Zounds franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Zounds franchise fee is $40,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $144,200 to $214,450, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Zounds FDD.
What are the Zounds franchise fees and investment?
The Zounds franchise requires a franchise fee of $40,000 and a total initial investment of $144,200 to $214,450. 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) | $40,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $144,200 to $214,450 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Other Franchise Businesses |
| Headquarters | Tempe, Arizona |
| Founded | 2009 |
| Franchising since | 2011 |
How does the Zounds investment compare with other other franchise businesses franchises?
Zounds's minimum investment of $144,200 is above the median minimum investment of $119,000 across the 198 other franchise businesses franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 86 of the other 197 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $40,000 compares with an industry median of $39,500.
By minimum investment, Zounds belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Zounds FDD?
Verify six parts of the Zounds 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 Zounds 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 Zounds?
These other franchise businesses franchises have the closest minimum investment to Zounds:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| CTRL V | $25,000 | $142,850 to $233,300 |
| Two Men and a Truck | $50,000 to $165,000 | $146,950 to $506,450 |
| Federal Injury Centers | $49,000 | $141,300 to $614,000 |
| Bin Masters | $75,000 to $105,000 | $149,475 to $553,125 |
| Supreme Kourts | $100,000 | $150,400 to $244,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Zounds franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Zounds franchise ranges from $144,200 to $214,450, including a franchise fee of $40,000, 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 Zounds franchise?
Zounds lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Zounds locations are there?
A current US unit count for Zounds is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has Zounds been franchising?
Zounds started offering franchises in 2011 after the company was founded in 2009.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Zounds and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Zounds. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.