Buffalo Wild Wings vs Sport Clips Franchise Cost 2026
Buffalo Wild Wings runs $1.6M–$3.9M. Sport Clips runs $266K–$439K. The gap at midpoint: $2.4M.
Buffalo Wild Wings
$1.6M–$3.9M
total investment
Investment Difference
$2.4M
Sport Clips costs less
Sport Clips
$266K–$439K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | Buffalo Wild Wings | Sport Clips | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $1.6M–$3.9M | $266K–$439K | Sport Clips |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $25,000 | Sport Clips |
| Royalty Rate | 5.0% | 6.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Ad Fund Fee | 3.5% | 5.0% | Buffalo Wild Wings |
| Net Worth Required | $1.5M | $400K | Sport Clips |
| Liquid Capital | $750K | $200K | Sport Clips |
| Est. Break-Even | 22.7 yr | 22.1 yr | Sport Clips |
Buffalo Wild Wings Profile
- Category
- food
- Total Investment
- $1.6M–$3.9M
- Franchise Fee
- $50,000
- Royalty
- 5.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $3.5M
Sport Clips Profile
- Category
- beauty
- Total Investment
- $266K–$439K
- Franchise Fee
- $25,000
- Royalty
- 6.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $400K
Bottom Line
Sport Clips costs $2.4M less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. Buffalo Wild Wings also wins on royalty rate.