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Planet Smoothie vs Açai Republic

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Planet Smoothie and Açai Republic are quick-service restaurants franchises. Planet Smoothie requires an investment of $206K – $479K while Açai Republic requires $178K – $505K. Planet Smoothie discloses average revenue of $280K; Açai Republic does not report Item 19 data. Planet Smoothie has SBA lending data on file with a 27.2% charge-off rate. FranchiseVerdict rates Planet Smoothie C (Average) and Açai Republic A (Strongest tier).

Investment Range
$206K – $479K
$178K – $505K
Franchise Fee
$25K
$35K
Royalty Rate
5.0%
5.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$280K
N/A
SBA Charge-Off Rate
27.2% (120 loans)
N/A
Total Units
154
29
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2012
2019
FDD Year
2025
2025