Baskin-Robbins vs Buffalo Wild Wings Franchise Cost 2026
Baskin-Robbins runs $97K–$394K. Buffalo Wild Wings runs $1.6M–$3.9M. The gap at midpoint: $2.5M.
Baskin-Robbins
$97K–$394K
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.5M
Baskin-Robbins costs less
Buffalo Wild Wings
$1.6M–$3.9M
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Baskin-Robbins | Buffalo Wild Wings | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $97K–$394K | $1.6M–$3.9M | Baskin-Robbins |
| Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $50,000 | Baskin-Robbins |
| Royalty Rate | 5.9% | 5.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Ad Fund Fee | 5.0% | 3.5% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Net Worth Required | $250K | $1.5M | Baskin-Robbins |
| Liquid Capital | $100K | $750K | Baskin-Robbins |
| Est. Break-Even | 58.7 yr | 22.7 yr | Buffalo Wild Wings |
Baskin-Robbins Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $97K–$394K
- Franchise Fee
- $25,000
- Royalty
- 5.9%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $380K
Buffalo Wild Wings Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$3.9M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $3.5M
Bottom Line
Baskin-Robbins costs $2.5M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Buffalo Wild Wings also wins on royalty rate.