Bubbleology franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Bubbleology franchise fee is $20,000 to $32,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $205,850 to $458,950, with about $55,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Bubbleology FDD.
What are the Bubbleology franchise fees and investment?
The Bubbleology franchise requires a franchise fee of $20,000 to $32,500 and a total initial investment of $205,850 to $458,950. 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) | $20,000 to $32,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $205,850 to $458,950 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 3 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | London |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2014 |
How does the Bubbleology investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Bubbleology's minimum investment of $205,850 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 820 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $20,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Bubbleology belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Bubbleology FDD?
Verify six parts of the Bubbleology 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 Bubbleology 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 Bubbleology?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Bubbleology:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Planet Smoothie | $12,000 to $25,000 | $205,650 to $478,500 |
| HCK Hot Chicken Restaurant | $40,000 | $205,500 to $688,000 |
| Blue Margaritas | $29,900 | $206,600 to $371,900 |
| Cookies by Design | $30,000 | $205,000 to $405,000 |
| Pepe's Mexican Restaurant | $10,000 to $15,000 | $207,000 to $652,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Bubbleology franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Bubbleology franchise ranges from $205,850 to $458,950, including a franchise fee of $20,000 to $32,500, 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 Bubbleology franchise?
Bubbleology lists a minimum of about $55,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Bubbleology locations are there?
Bubbleology reported 3 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 Bubbleology been franchising?
Bubbleology started offering franchises in 2014 after the company was founded in 2014.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Bubbleology and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Bubbleology. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.