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Dunn Brothers Coffee vs PJ's Coffee — which franchise is the better buy?
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| Dunn Brothers Coffee | PJ's Coffee | |
|---|---|---|
| Disclosure honesty | B | B |
| Investment from | $448,600 | $280,500 |
| Total fees | 9% | 7% |
| Outlets | 43 | 167 |
| Lawsuits | 0 | 0 |
Dunn Brothers Coffee: what their numbers say
2025 gross sales data for 26 drive-thru shops: average $571,901 (range $229,928–$1,104,217). Excluded 13 shops (1 new, 12 no drive-thru). 46% met/exceeded average.
PJ's Coffee: what their numbers say
2025 data for 122 franchised units showing average gross sales $603,785; median $557,620. Seven affiliate-owned units detailed with EBITDA average $140,935. Average gross sales by category provided.
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