BeaverTails vs Duck Donuts Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
BeaverTails Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Investment $15,000 - $500,000$348,350 - $568,000
Franchise Fee $30,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 5%5%
Advertising Fee 3%2%
Year Founded 19782006
Year Franchised 19892013
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Business Experience Requirements
 
BeaverTails 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
 
BeaverTails Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
BeaverTails Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
Training 1-week hands on and marketingOn-The-Job Training: 24 hours Classroom Training: 16 hours
Support On going.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
 
BeaverTails Franchise
Duck Donuts Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About BeaverTails

Canada's favourite snack food pastry is actively seeking franchisees. Our 100+ points of sale have served our pastries to presidents & celebrities at some of Canada's favourite leisure sites. Thousands of customers enjoy this treat at amusement parks, resort villages, tourist towns, boardwalks & waterfront areas. Simple operations, reasonable investment and a diverse menu, including our signature pastry & bites, smoothies, gelato, frozen yogurt & poutine make this a delicious opportunity!

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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