Knockouts franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Knockouts franchise fee is $39,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $244,800 to $388,450, 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 Knockouts FDD.
What are the Knockouts franchise fees and investment?
The Knockouts franchise requires a franchise fee of $39,500 and a total initial investment of $244,800 to $388,450. 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) | $39,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $244,800 to $388,450 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 51 |
| Industry | Beauty & Personal Care |
| Headquarters | Fort Smith, Arkansas |
| Founded | 2002 |
| Franchising since | 2004 |
How does the Knockouts investment compare with other beauty & personal care franchises?
Knockouts's minimum investment of $244,800 is at or below the median minimum investment of $270,275 across the 175 beauty & personal care franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 99 of the other 174 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $39,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Knockouts belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Knockouts FDD?
Verify six parts of the Knockouts 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 Knockouts 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 Knockouts?
These beauty & personal care franchises have the closest minimum investment to Knockouts:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Camille-Albane | $20,000 to $40,000 | $245,900 to $424,800 |
| 3 Degrees | $49,000 | $240,500 to $359,500 |
| Flirty Girl Lash Studio | $50,000 | $249,500 to $322,500 |
| The Salt Suite | $42,000 | $238,650 to $483,100 |
| Waxxpot | $49,500 | $233,150 to $446,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Knockouts franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Knockouts franchise ranges from $244,800 to $388,450, including a franchise fee of $39,500, 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 Knockouts franchise?
Knockouts 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 Knockouts locations are there?
Knockouts reported 51 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 Knockouts been franchising?
Knockouts started offering franchises in 2004 after the company was founded in 2002.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Knockouts and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Knockouts. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.