SmartStyle vs Scissors & Scotch Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
SmartStyle Franchise
Scissors & Scotch Franchise
Investment $149,430 - $305,200$389,300 - $665,000
Franchise Fee $39,500$50,000
Royalty Fee 5%4%-6.5%
Advertising Fee 2%2%
Year Founded 19962015
Year Franchised 20162017
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
SmartStyle Franchise
Scissors & Scotch Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
SmartStyle Franchise
Scissors & Scotch Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Equipment -/--/-
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Training & Support

 
SmartStyle Franchise
Scissors & Scotch Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 5 hours Classroom Training: 25 hours-
Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection-
Marketing Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media -
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
SmartStyle Franchise
Scissors & Scotch Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About SmartStyle

With convenient locations in Walmart stores across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, SmartStyle is a full-service hair salon that provides the hairstyle you want at an affordable price, all in a welcoming and relaxing environment.  SmartStyle is proud to be part of Regis Corporation, the world's largest and leading hair salon company.


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About Scissors & Scotch

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Scissors & Scotch provides a badass grooming experience for men, and a kickass investment opportunity for you.
Scissors & Scotch is looking to expand nationwide, and are seeking business partners to join us.