Fuelify franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Fuelify franchise fee is $30,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $726,230 to $1,183,656, with about $170,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Fuelify FDD.
What are the Fuelify franchise fees and investment?
The Fuelify franchise requires a franchise fee of $30,000 and a total initial investment of $726,230 to $1,183,656. 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) | $30,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $726,230 to $1,183,656 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $170,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Coffee, Tea, & Drinks) |
| Headquarters | Watertown, Wisconsin |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Franchising since | 2025 |
How does the Fuelify investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Fuelify's minimum investment of $726,230 is above the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 199 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $30,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Fuelify belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Fuelify FDD?
Verify six parts of the Fuelify 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 Fuelify 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 Fuelify?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Fuelify:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Daddy's Chicken Shack | $22,500 to $45,000 | $725,750 to $1,156,750 |
| Perkins Restaurant & Bakery | $15,000 to $40,000 | $726,715 to $3,454,465 |
| Paris Baguette | $50,000 | $727,440 to $1,825,100 |
| Swig | $39,500 | $725,000 to $1,310,000 |
| Federal Donuts | $50,000 | $724,000 to $914,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Fuelify franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Fuelify franchise ranges from $726,230 to $1,183,656, including a franchise fee of $30,000, 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 Fuelify franchise?
Fuelify lists a minimum of about $170,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Fuelify locations are there?
A current US unit count for Fuelify is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Fuelify been franchising?
Fuelify started offering franchises in 2025 after the company was founded in 2024.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Fuelify and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fuelify. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.