Planet Smoothie franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Planet Smoothie franchise fee is $12,000 to $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $205,650 to $478,500, 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 Planet Smoothie FDD.
What are the Planet Smoothie franchise fees and investment?
The Planet Smoothie franchise requires a franchise fee of $12,000 to $25,000 and a total initial investment of $205,650 to $478,500. 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) | $12,000 to $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $205,650 to $478,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 154 |
| Industry | Food & Restaurant (Smoothie) |
| Headquarters | Scottsdale, Arizona |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Franchising since | 2012 |
How does the Planet Smoothie investment compare with other food & restaurant franchises?
Planet Smoothie's minimum investment of $205,650 is at or below the median minimum investment of $297,082 across the 1213 food & restaurant franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 821 of the other 1211 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $12,000 compares with an industry median of $35,000.
By minimum investment, Planet Smoothie belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Planet Smoothie FDD?
Verify six parts of the Planet Smoothie 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 Planet Smoothie 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 Planet Smoothie?
These food & restaurant franchises have the closest minimum investment to Planet Smoothie:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| HCK Hot Chicken Restaurant | $40,000 | $205,500 to $688,000 |
| Bubbleology | $20,000 to $32,500 | $205,850 to $458,950 |
| Cookies by Design | $30,000 | $205,000 to $405,000 |
| Blue Margaritas | $29,900 | $206,600 to $371,900 |
| 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 Planet Smoothie franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Planet Smoothie franchise ranges from $205,650 to $478,500, including a franchise fee of $12,000 to $25,000, 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 Planet Smoothie franchise?
Planet Smoothie 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 Planet Smoothie locations are there?
Planet Smoothie reported 154 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 Planet Smoothie been franchising?
Planet Smoothie started offering franchises in 2012 after the company was founded in 1995.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Planet Smoothie and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Planet Smoothie. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.