VaporFi franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The VaporFi franchise fee is $29,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $137,200 to $292,700, with about $35,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the VaporFi FDD.
What are the VaporFi franchise fees and investment?
The VaporFi franchise requires a franchise fee of $29,900 and a total initial investment of $137,200 to $292,700. 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) | $29,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $137,200 to $292,700 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | 30 |
| Industry | Retail |
| Headquarters | Miami Lakes, Florida |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2014 |
How does the VaporFi investment compare with other retail franchises?
VaporFi's minimum investment of $137,200 is at or below the median minimum investment of $159,700 across the 223 retail franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 126 of the other 222 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $29,900 compares with an industry median of $30,000.
By minimum investment, VaporFi belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the VaporFi FDD?
Verify six parts of the VaporFi 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 VaporFi 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 VaporFi?
These retail franchises have the closest minimum investment to VaporFi:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Iron Bull | $54,900 | $137,100 to $231,000 |
| The Closet Trading Co. | $40,000 | $137,400 to $350,300 |
| Casalinea | $30,000 | $137,750 to $635,500 |
| Play N Trade | $15,000 to $30,000 | $134,500 to $255,000 |
| Postal Connections | $28,720 to $35,900 | $134,320 to $239,150 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a VaporFi franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a VaporFi franchise ranges from $137,200 to $292,700, including a franchise fee of $29,900, 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 VaporFi franchise?
VaporFi lists a minimum of about $35,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many VaporFi locations are there?
VaporFi reported 30 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 VaporFi been franchising?
VaporFi 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. VaporFi and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by VaporFi. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.