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Snap-on vs Wendy's

Franchise Comparison 2026

Snap-on is a automotive franchise, while Wendy's operates in quick-service restaurants. Snap-on requires an investment of $223K – $509K while Wendy's requires $410K – $3.1M. In terms of revenue, Wendy's reports higher average unit revenue at $2.1M. On SBA loan performance, Wendy's has a lower charge-off rate (0.8%) compared to Snap-on (11.8%). FranchiseVerdict rates Snap-on A (Top Quintile) and Wendy's A (Top Quintile).

Investment Range
$223K – $509K
$410K – $3.1M
Franchise Fee
$16K
$50K
Royalty Rate
$156.00 per month
4-6% of Gross Sales depending on restaurant type and development program (4% traditional/Groundbreaker, 5% Pacesetter, 6% military/Build-to-Suit)
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.3M
$2.1M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
11.8% (286 loans)
0.8% (200 loans)
Total Units
3,328
5,969
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1990
1971
FDD Year
2026
2026