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Code Ninjas vs Gymboree Play & Music

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Code Ninjas and Gymboree Play & Music are education franchises. Code Ninjas requires an investment of $174K – $266K while Gymboree Play & Music requires $57K – $393K. In terms of revenue, Gymboree Play & Music reports higher average unit revenue at $255K. On SBA loan performance, Gymboree Play & Music has a lower charge-off rate (13.3%) compared to Code Ninjas (15.6%). FranchiseVerdict rates Code Ninjas B (Above Average) and Gymboree Play & Music F (Bottom Quintile).

Investment Range
$174K – $266K
$57K – $393K
Franchise Fee
$45K
$45K
Royalty Rate
8.3%
6.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$237K
$255K
SBA Charge-Off Rate
15.6% (147 loans)
13.3% (18 loans)
Total Units
245
41
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2016
1995
FDD Year
2026
2025