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Circle K vs Snap-on

Franchise Comparison 2026

Circle K is a retail franchise, while Snap-on operates in automotive. Circle K requires an investment of $1.5M – $2.7M while Snap-on requires $223K – $509K. In terms of revenue, Circle K reports higher average unit revenue at $1.4M. On SBA loan performance, Circle K has a lower charge-off rate (8.3%) compared to Snap-on (11.8%). FranchiseVerdict rates Circle K B (Above Average) and Snap-on A (Top Quintile).

Investment Range
$1.5M – $2.7M
$223K – $509K
Franchise Fee
$25K
$16K
Royalty Rate
3.0%
$156.00 per month
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.4M
$1.3M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
8.3% (45 loans)
11.8% (286 loans)
Total Units
6,063
3,328
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1995
1990
FDD Year
2024
2026