Buffalo Wild Wings vs Comfort Keepers Franchise Cost 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings runs $1.6M–$3.9M. Comfort Keepers runs $86K–$148K. The gap at midpoint: $2.7M.
Buffalo Wild Wings
$1.6M–$3.9M
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.7M
Comfort Keepers costs less
Comfort Keepers
$86K–$148K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Buffalo Wild Wings | Comfort Keepers | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $1.6M–$3.9M | $86K–$148K | Comfort Keepers |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $42,500 | Comfort Keepers |
| Royalty Rate | 5.0% | 5.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Ad Fund Fee | 3.5% | 2.0% | Comfort Keepers |
| Net Worth Required | $1.5M | $250K | Comfort Keepers |
| Liquid Capital | $750K | $75K | Comfort Keepers |
| Est. Break-Even | 22.7 yr | 1.1 yr | Comfort Keepers |
Buffalo Wild Wings Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$3.9M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $3.5M
Comfort Keepers Profile
- Category
- senior care
- Total Investment
- $86K–$148K
- Franchise Fee
- $42,500
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $1.2M
Bottom Line
Comfort Keepers costs $2.7M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Buffalo Wild Wings also wins on royalty rate.