The Hot Spot vs SailTime / PowerTime
Franchise Comparison 2026
Both The Hot Spot and SailTime / PowerTime are recreation & entertainment franchises. The Hot Spot requires an investment of $80K – $155K while SailTime / PowerTime requires $75K – $152K. FranchiseVerdict rates The Hot Spot B (Above average) and SailTime / PowerTime B (Above average).
| Metric | The Hot Spot | SailTime / PowerTime |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Grade | BAbove average | BAbove average |
| Investment Range | $80K – $155K | $75K – $152K |
| Franchise Fee | $40K | $25K |
| Royalty Rate | 5.0% | 7.0% |
| Average Revenue (Item 19) | N/ACompany-owned only | N/ANo Item 19 representation |
| SBA Charge-Off Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Total Units | 9 | 23 |
| Unit Growth (YoY) | +6 units | +1 units |
| Year Began Franchising | 2023 | 2009 |
| FDD Year | 2025 | 2025 |
Investment Range
$80K – $155K
$75K – $152K
Franchise Fee
$40K
$25K
Royalty Rate
5.0%
7.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
N/ACompany-owned only
N/ANo Item 19 representation
SBA Charge-Off Rate
N/A
N/A
Total Units
9
23
Unit Growth (YoY)
+6 units
+1 units
Year Began Franchising
2023
2009
FDD Year
2025
2025