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Always Ice Cream vs Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Always Ice Cream and Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice are quick-service restaurants franchises. Always Ice Cream requires an investment of $249K – $600K while Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice requires $286K – $566K. In terms of revenue, Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice reports higher average unit revenue at $907K. FranchiseVerdict rates Always Ice Cream A (Top Quintile) and Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice A (Top Quintile).

Investment Range
$249K – $600K
$286K – $566K
Franchise Fee
$30K
$48K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
5.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$678K
$907K
SBA Charge-Off Rate
N/A
N/A
Total Units
5
10
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2024
2016
FDD Year
2025
2025