How much does a FunBox franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $647,000–$1,630,000, including a $75,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a FunBox franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. FunBox scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 10% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a FunBox franchise

Entertainment/Amusement - Inflatable Parks · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$647,000–$1,630,000

Total fees

10% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

0 ceased, 3 terminated

Lawsuits

Is FunBox worth it? How it compares to 312 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	10% of sales	steeper than 74% of other franchises franchises
Startup cost	from $647,000	pricier than 86% of peers
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	0.0% of outlets	better than most (median 1.5%)
Disclosed lawsuits	0	fewer than most

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What their own earnings claim actually says

Four operating parks (one affiliate, three franchised) showing 2025 partial-year results. Weekly avg revenue $51,053, 31% EBITDA margin. Three parks above average. Limited operating history; seasonal variation likely.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

3 terminations 2025; 4 terminations 2024. Net -2 outlets. Three parks ramp from startup.

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FunBox franchise — frequently asked

How much does a FunBox franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $647,000–$1,630,000, including a $75,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do FunBox franchise owners make?: Four operating parks (one affiliate, three franchised) showing 2025 partial-year results. Weekly avg revenue $51,053, 31% EBITDA margin. Three parks above average. Limited operating history; seasonal variation likely. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the FunBox franchise failure rate?: 3 terminations 2025; 4 terminations 2024. Net -2 outlets. Three parks ramp from startup.
Is a FunBox franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. FunBox scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 10% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: WI DFI Franchise Registration (2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with FunBox or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.