How much does a BOT franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $156,755–$470,765.

How much do BOT franchise owners make?

BOT discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.

Is a BOT franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. BOT scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Educational Robotics Franchise (RobotLAB) · FDD 2024 · from public state filings

FDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses little to no earnings data (Item 19).

Investment

$156,755–$470,765

Total fees

8% of sales

Outlets

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Closure signals

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Lawsuits

What their own earnings claim actually says

Item 19 not provided in FDD excerpts. No financial performance representations disclosed.

Honesty grade F: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

Virginia addendum discloses franchisor stockholders equity is negative ($539,629) as of December 31, 2023.

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BOT franchise — frequently asked

How much does a BOT franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $156,755–$470,765.
How much do BOT franchise owners make?: BOT discloses little or no earnings data (Item 19) — meaning the franchisor won't put real owner profit in writing. That's a red flag worth questioning.
What is the BOT franchise failure rate?: Virginia addendum discloses franchisor stockholders equity is negative ($539,629) as of December 31, 2023.
Is a BOT franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. BOT scores F on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 31415-202404-12 (Clean FDD 2024). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with BOT or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.