9Round vs Medifast Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of 9Round vs Medifast including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	9Round Franchise	Medifast Franchise
Investment	$106,175 - $150,275	$148,000 - $269,000
Franchise Fee	$30,000	$0 - $35,000
Royalty Fee	$600/mo.	-
Advertising Fee	2%	-
Year Founded	2007	1980
Year Franchised	2009	2007
Term Of Agreement	5 years	-
Term Of Agreement	5 years	-
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	9Round Franchise	Medifast Franchise
Experience	-	-
Financing Options
	9Round Franchise	Medifast Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees	-/Yes	-/-
Start-up Costs	-/Yes	-/-
Equipment	-/Yes	-/-
Inventory	-/Yes	-/-
Receivables	-/Yes	-/-
Payroll	-/Yes	-/-
Training & Support
	9Round Franchise	Medifast Franchise
Training	You will visit the 9Round training facility in Greenville SC. You will go through a 5 day intensive training program that will teach you not only how to kick and punch, but how to operate the business. On-The-Job Training: 16 hours Classroom Training: 16 hours Additional Training: Online & regional training	Comprehensive Training Programs: Program and product training Operational training Weight-loss consultation and member management training Sales training Continuing education programs
Support	Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Site Selection Proprietary Software	Real Estate, Construction and Business Development: Comprehensive Real Estate & Construction Manual Comprehensive Business Start-Up Manual Demographics research and site selection assistance Dedicated center start-up specialists General Operations Support: Program and product support teams Grand opening support Product ordering support Member management
Marketing	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing	Corporate branding � corporate website, national TV, and national print Public relations support Best practices support in advertising and marketing, including print, radio, television, and local campaigns Lead management system Interactive content managed website for your local business Local search engine optimization and search engine management Social media resources and applications
Operations	Number of Employees Required to Run: 3 - 4	-
Expansion Plans
	9Round Franchise	Medifast Franchise
US Expansion	Yes	-
Canada Expansion	-	-
International Expansion	Yes	-

Company Overviews

About 9Round

9Round is a specialized fitness center dedicated to serving clients who want a unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. 9Round offers traditional "old school" boxing and kickboxing fitness programs that incorporates functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs are developed around a proprietary system of 9 challenging workout stations developed by a professional fighter. 9Round delivers total body results in a quick and convenient 30 minute workout with no class times. If you enjoy staying fit and helping people, this is the Franchise for you. Successful 9Round owners come from all walks of life. Some have extensive business backgrounds, some have served in the military, some are personal trainers, and some have never operated a business. 9Round has 9 different ways you can make money. 

Veteran Incentives  15% off franchise fee

#169 in Franchise 500 for 2021.

About Medifast

The need for quality healthcare continues to expand even during tough economies. This is a Ground floor business opportunity with a NYSE listed public company (MED:NYSE). With more than 30 years of experience we offer a proven and profitable business system to help people significantly improve their health. Clinically proven weight loss, guaranteed results, clinically proven safe and effective. We are seeking experienced business operators who are passionate about helping others. Inquire about territorial development opportunities. Seeking Area Developer Opportunities. Seeking Master Licensees.