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PatchMaster vs Creative Colors — which franchise is the better buy?
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| PatchMaster | Creative Colors | |
|---|---|---|
| Disclosure honesty | B | B |
| Investment from | $124,575 | $101,560 |
| Total fees | 10% | 8.5% |
| Outlets | 180 | 70 |
| Lawsuits | 1 | 0 |
PatchMaster: what their numbers say
Reports 51 franchisees (119 LSAs) for 2025. Median gross revenue $224,727; average $319,869. Excludes 59 newly-opened LSAs and 14 ceased operations. Gross profit excludes ongoing royalties, minimums, marketing, technology fees.
Creative Colors: what their numbers say
Gross revenue data for 49 franchisees (26 multi-unit, 23 single-unit) and 2 company stores for full-year 2025. Multi-van average $637,911; single-van average $127,327. Historical data back to 1991 provided. Excludes operating expenses.
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