iSmash vs The Back Nine
Franchise Comparison 2026
Both iSmash and The Back Nine are recreation & entertainment franchises. iSmash requires an investment of $278K – $754K while The Back Nine requires $307K – $689K. FranchiseVerdict rates iSmash C (Average) and The Back Nine B (Above average).
| Metric | iSmash | The Back Nine |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Grade | CAverage | BAbove average |
| Investment Range | $278K – $754K | $307K – $689K |
| Franchise Fee | $55K | $50K |
| Royalty Rate | 6.0% | 8.0% |
| Average Revenue (Item 19) | N/AIncl. company outlets | N/A |
| SBA Charge-Off Rate | Limited data | Limited data |
| Total Units | 7 | 124 |
| Unit Growth (YoY) | +3 units | +95 units |
| Year Began Franchising | 2021 | 2023 |
| FDD Year | 2025 | 2026 |
Investment Range
$278K – $754K
$307K – $689K
Franchise Fee
$55K
$50K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
8.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
N/AIncl. company outlets
N/A
SBA Charge-Off Rate
Limited data
Limited data
Total Units
7
124
Unit Growth (YoY)
+3 units
+95 units
Year Began Franchising
2021
2023
FDD Year
2025
2026