Twirlees vs Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Twirlees Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Investment $75,000 - $85,000$200,000 - $250,000
Franchise Fee N/AN/A
Royalty Fee 5%3%
Advertising Fee 1.5%-
Year Founded -2007
Year Franchised -2008
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Twirlees Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Twirlees Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Twirlees Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
Training --
Support --
Marketing --
Operations -Bringing Hawaii's aloha spirit to the N.J. Shore surfing community, Shaka Shaved Ice dispenses good eats and good vibes on the north end of Long Branch's beach front. Along with offering the signature snack of island surfers --shaved ice flavored with a variety of syrups -- Shaka is an eco-friendly business, serving signature flavors such as SHAKA ROCK, SURF WAX, KONA COFFEE and combos like the WAIKIKI WANNABE with totally biodegradable cups, spoons and straws.(MADE FROM CORN) And, unlike ice cream trucks of old, the business is also gas-free: The ice is served out of both a push cart and an electric golf cart that can be found at the beachfront daily through out the summer. Perfect for Festivals, Fairs, Beaches, Boardwalks, Restaurant, Store fronts, Skate parks and Surf shops! SHAKA store fronts and SHAKA "TIKI HUTS" also available! Call for more info. "REPRESENT THE POSITIVE"- Not only is SHAKA delicious- BUT-People feel good knowing we are not polluting the planet! And that we care about our beaches and the environment! SAVE THE EARTH- EAT SHAKA!

Expansion Plans
 
Twirlees Franchise
Shaka Shaved Ice Franchise
US Expansion --
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Twirlees

Twirlees is a soft-serve ice cream franchise that serves it's customers from from a unique, patented cone shaped kiosk. The Twirlees Ice Cream Kiosk stands out and has a continuous self marketing presence.

About Shaka Shaved Ice

NO LONGER FRANCHISING

 THE COOLEST BUSINESS YOU'LL EVER OWN. Great CASH business! HUGE PROFIT MARGINS! Be your own boss! People LOVE it! Kids think it is THE greatest! Our next President's favorite treat!!!! WOW! Totally original franchise- w/ positive surfer vibe & eco friendly responsibility! The reaction has been INCREDIBLE! BE ON THE "FIRST WAVE" of SHAKA!!!