Smoothie franchise cost
Put 3 smoothie franchises side by side: opening costs run $276K to $1.06M.
| Brand | total, lowest to highest | one-time fee | ongoing, usually a % of sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Smoothie Cafe | $276K to $771K | $35,000 | 6% |
| Playa Bowls | $282K to $1.06M | $35,000 | 6% |
| Jamba | $481K to $941K | $35,500 | 6% |
Before you buy, a brand has to hand over its Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD); the brand's latest one is where every figure comes from. After you open, you keep paying the brand a royalty, either a share of sales or a set amount. A K stands for thousand, an M for million. Each of the 3 brands publishes sales or earnings figures in its FDD (pick a brand to view them). The Minnesota Department of Commerce received every FDD shown here in 2026.
What do smoothie franchises cost to start?
For this group, $281,960 is the middle cost to get in. You'd pay the least with Tropical Smoothie Cafe at $275,500; Playa Bowls can climb to $1,055,594 on the high end. You'll pay initial franchise fees ranging from $35,000 to $35,500.
Weighing up smoothie franchises?
A franchise consultant can shortlist smoothie franchises that fit your cash and your area.