U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt
U-Swirl Franchising LLC franchises self-service frozen yogurt and beverage shops operating under brands like U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt, CherryBerry, Yogurtini, Yogli-Mogli, Aspen Leaf Yogurt, Let’s Yo!, and Fuzzy Peach, with optional co-branding using Fosters Freeze trademarks for additional frozen confections. Franchisees follow a standardized system including design, recipes, operations, and quality controls to offer frozen desserts and related products. The target market includes consumers of all ages and economic levels, though sales may be seasonal in regions with distinct winters.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 1% ad fund + $100/mo technology + $15-35/mo gift card services
Financial Performance
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How U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt Compares
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt Current | $419K – $630K | $25K | 6.0% | 57 |
| RITA'S FRANCHISE COMPANY, LLC; RITA'S ICE-CUSTARD-HAPPINESS | $315K – $713K | $35K | 6.5% | 569 |
| MENCHIE'S | $165K – $425K | $40K | 6.0% | 296 |
| DIPPIN' DOTS | $139K – $399K | $35K | 6.0% | 260 |
| MARBLE SLAB CREAMERY | $355K – $477K | $25K | 6.0% | 249 |
| HAAGEN DAZS SHOP | $215K – $568K | $30K | 4.0% | 207 |
Desserts & Ice Cream Average 28 franchises | $327K – $657K | $36K | 7.0% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 28 Desserts & Ice Cream franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
+12 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt franchisees (2013 – 2018)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
29 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
One arbitration claim alleging franchise disclosure violations, fraudulent misrepresentation, and breach of contract arising from franchise and development agreements.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a U-Swirl Frozen Yogurt franchise ranges from $418,500 to $630,320. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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