Baskin-Robbins vs Burger King Franchise Cost 2026
Baskin-Robbins runs $97K–$394K. Burger King runs $1.9M–$3.3M. The gap at midpoint: $2.3M.
Baskin-Robbins
$97K–$394K
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.3M
Baskin-Robbins costs less
Burger King
$1.9M–$3.3M
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Baskin-Robbins | Burger King | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $97K–$394K | $1.9M–$3.3M | Baskin-Robbins |
| Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $50,000 | Baskin-Robbins |
| Royalty Rate | 5.9% | 4.5% | Burger King |
| Ad Fund Fee | 5.0% | 4.0% | Burger King |
| Net Worth Required | $250K | $1.5M | Baskin-Robbins |
| Liquid Capital | $100K | $500K | Baskin-Robbins |
| Est. Break-Even | 58.7 yr | 52.4 yr | Burger King |
Baskin-Robbins Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $97K–$394K
- Franchise Fee
- $25,000
- Royalty
- 5.9%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $380K
Burger King Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.9M–$3.3M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 4.5%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $1.4M
Bottom Line
Baskin-Robbins costs $2.3M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Burger King also wins on royalty rate.