European Wax Center vs Sport Clips Franchise Cost 2026
European Wax Center runs $370K–$574K. Sport Clips runs $266K–$439K. The gap at midpoint: $119K.
European Wax Center
$370K–$574K
total investment
Investment Difference
$119K
Sport Clips costs less
Sport Clips
$266K–$439K
total investment
Cost Breakdown
| Category | European Wax Center | Sport Clips | Lower Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Investment | $370K–$574K | $266K–$439K | Sport Clips |
| Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $25,000 | Sport Clips |
| Royalty Rate | 6.0% | 6.0% | European Wax Center |
| Ad Fund Fee | 4.0% | 5.0% | European Wax Center |
| Net Worth Required | $500K | $400K | Sport Clips |
| Liquid Capital | $350K | $200K | Sport Clips |
| Est. Break-Even | 11.8 yr | 22.1 yr | European Wax Center |
European Wax Center Profile
- Category
- beauty
- Total Investment
- $370K–$574K
- Franchise Fee
- $45,000
- Royalty
- 6.0%
- Est. Annual Revenue
- $800K
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 $119K less to open at the midpoint. That difference goes toward working capital or a second location. European Wax Center also wins on royalty rate.