Big Frog franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Big Frog franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $163,987 to $323,110, with about $40,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Big Frog FDD.
What are the Big Frog franchise fees and investment?
The Big Frog franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $163,987 to $323,110. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $163,987 to $323,110 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $40,000 |
| US locations | 73 |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | Dunedin, Florida |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2008 |
How does the Big Frog investment compare with other retail franchises?
Big Frog's minimum investment of $163,987 is above the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 108 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $60,000 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, Big Frog belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Big Frog FDD?
Verify six parts of the Big Frog Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Big Frog discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Big Frog?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to Big Frog:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Game Truck | $49,500 | $164,450 to $312,199 |
| Clothes Bin | $49,500 | $161,940 to $216,980 |
| Farm Stores | $15,000 to $25,000 | $160,400 to $825,700 |
| Crown Trophy | $35,000 | $168,150 to $199,200 |
| Led Source | $5,000 to $60,000 | $159,700 to $818,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Big Frog franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Big Frog franchise ranges from $163,987 to $323,110, including a franchise fee of $60,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Big Frog franchise?
Big Frog lists a minimum of about $40,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Big Frog locations are there?
Big Frog reported 73 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Big Frog been franchising?
Big Frog started offering franchises in 2008 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Big Frog and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Big Frog. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.