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FranchiseVerdict

Sonic vs Arby’s

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Sonic and Arby’s are quick-service restaurants franchises. Sonic requires an investment of $670K – $2.5M while Arby’s requires $652K – $2.5M. In terms of revenue, Sonic reports higher average unit revenue at $1.6M. On SBA loan performance, Sonic has a lower charge-off rate (8.3%) compared to Arby’s (18.2%). FranchiseVerdict rates Sonic A (Top Quintile) and Arby’s B (Above Average).

Investment Range
$670K – $2.5M
$652K – $2.5M
Franchise Fee
$15K
$38K
Royalty Rate
5.0%
4.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.6M
$1.3M
SBA Charge-Off Rate
8.3% (144 loans)
18.2% (198 loans)
Total Units
3,412
3,265
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1974
2015
FDD Year
2026
2026