Great American Bagel vs Duck Donuts Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Great American Bagel vs Duck Donuts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Great American Bagel Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Investment $230,000 - $300,000$348,350 - $568,000
Franchise Fee $20,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 4%5%
Advertising Fee 2%2%
Year Founded 19872006
Year Franchised 02013
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Business Experience Requirements
 
Great American Bagel Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Experience -We require a minimum of $150,000 in liquid funds (cash, savings, mutual funds, stocks, etc.) and a minimum of $500,000 in total net worth to financially support opening a new Duck Donuts franchise.

Financing Options
 
Great American Bagel Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
Great American Bagel Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Training -On-The-Job Training: 24 hours Classroom Training: 16 hours
Support -Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
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Expansion Plans
 
Great American Bagel Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Great American Bagel

The Great American Bagel opened its first bagel bakery in 1987 in Westmont, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago.  This store was so well received that within a few short years, The Great American Bagel began opening bagel bakeries throughout Chicago and offering The Great American Bagel franchises to those seeking exciting new business opportunities.  Today, The Great American Bagel proudly operates many restaurants across the United States, Ireland, Canada as well as in the Middle East.

About Duck Donuts

Duck Donuts prides itself on providing its customers warm, delicious and made-to-order donuts in a unique in-store experience. We are seeking experienced franchisees who share our vision and commitment of offering a welcoming, family-friendly and delicious experience as we continue our growth throughout the United States.

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