Donut King vs Cupcakes Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Donut King vs Cupcakes including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Donut King Franchise
Cupcakes Franchise
Investment $295,000 - $340,000$267,500 - $381,000
Franchise Fee $55,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 7%-
Advertising Fee 3%-
Year Founded -2002
Year Franchised -2008
Term Of Agreement --
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Business Experience Requirements

 
Donut King Franchise
Cupcakes Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Donut King Franchise
Cupcakes Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support

 
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Training --
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Marketing --
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Expansion Plans

 
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Cupcakes Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion -Yes
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Donut King

During the past three decades, Donut King has evolved into Australia’s largest specialty donut and coffee destination, with more than 330 outlets across Australia, New Zealand, China, Papua New Guinea and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Apart from its world-famous DK Cinnamon Donuts, Donut King also treats customers of all ages to 'original' and 'classic' donut ranges, milkshakes; Quake Shakes®, frozen beverages, hot dogs, ice creams, toasts, and its very own blend of espresso coffee, Royal Bean. We offer a large range of store types ranging from a drive thru operation to a full format inline cafe or kiosk with seating.

About Cupcakes

Cupcakes is the original cupcakes bakery. Cupcakes has been baking fresh daily, cupcakes, cakes and other baked goods, since 2002. In only 6 years, Cupcakes by Heather & Lori has become a leader in the cupcakes retail bakery industry. Cupcakes is now seeking strong potential candidates for franchise and area development for national and USA expansion. The objective is to establish Cupcakes Bakeries in strategically chosen urban markets throughout North America and beyond.