About Supplement Superstores Franchise
Supplement Superstores is a retail franchise specializing in sports nutrition, vitamins, supplements, and wellness products.
Each location offers a wide selection of proteins, pre workout formulas, weight management products, and health supplements in a store environment staffed by knowledgeable team members who can guide customers toward the right products for their fitness and health goals.
The brand has been franchising since 2021.
Supplement Superstores Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$229K
Average Investment
$311K
Maximum Investment
$394K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of weekly Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Brand Fund Contribution), 8% of annual Gross Revenues (Local Advertising) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $229,000 – $393,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $229K–$394K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of weekly Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Brand Fund Contribution), 8% of annual Gross Revenues (Local Advertising)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $80,000 | $170,000 |
| Real Estate/Tenant Improvements | $24,000 | $40,000 |
| Furnishings/Equipment | $13,000 | $23,000 |
| Signage | $8,000 | $10,000 |
| Computer, Electronics, POS System | $9,000 | $11,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $8,000 | $24,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $13,000 | $25,500 |
| Additional Funds - Three Months | $35,500 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Between $5,000 and $12,000 |
| Renewal Fee | The greater of 25% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee for a single unit retail sports nutrition store or $8,750 |
| Technology Fee | As we determine from time to time (Upon demand) |
| Audit Fee | Will vary under circumstances (Payable only if you understate your Gross Revenues by 2% or more) |
| Review Fee | $1,000 per product or supplier |
| Marketing Materials | Scheduled prices |
| Additional Training | Currently $500 per person per day, plus reimbursement of our expenses |
| Convention Fee | Currently $700 |
| Late Charges | 1 1/2% per month on unpaid balances or the maximum amount permitted by law |
| Product Inventory | Scheduled prices |
| POS Software License Fee | $274 per month per Store for 2 point-of-sale systems |
| Store Relocation Fee | Greater of $5,000 or the cost to reimburse us for our costs associated with the relocation of your store |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 15 days |
| Classroom Training | 53 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 40 hours |
| Training Location | St. Louis, Missouri (corporate office) for classroom, designated location for in-field. |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may provide additional training upon request for a fee, or require remedial training if franchisee fails to follow standards. Costs and expenses for personnel are the franchisee's responsibility. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Usually a 5-mile area measured from the front entrance of your store |
| Description | Once the location for a retail sports nutrition store is approved, a 'Territory' is granted, typically a 5-mile radius from the store's front entrance. This area may vary based on population density and transportation routes. Within this territory, the franchisor will not grant other S2 franchises or operate competing S2 businesses selling nutritional and dietary supplements. However, the franchisor can operate or allow other similar businesses not under the S2 mark, sell products through other channels (Internet, catalog, telemarketing), and acquire similar businesses within or outside the territory. Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One additional term of five (5) years, with one additional 5-year renewal term. |
| Renewal Fee | The greater of 25% of our then-current Initial Franchise Fee for a single unit retail sports nutrition store or $8,750 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must have complied with all terms of the Franchise Agreement, operated the business conforming to the System of Operation, maintained licenses/permits, be current on obligations, remodeled/modernized the store to current standards, and completed required training/recertification. A new franchise agreement with potentially different terms must be signed, and a renewal fee paid. Notice must be given 180-270 days prior to expiration. |
| Transfer Fee | Between $5,000 and $12,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transferee must be of good moral character, have good credit, not be a competitor, and have sufficient financial and business qualifications. A new franchise agreement must be signed, and all fees paid to franchisor and affiliates. The transfer fee is $5,000 if to an existing franchisee (3+ years, in compliance) or immediate family member, otherwise $12,000. Franchisee must release claims against franchisor and indemnify franchisor for transferee claims for 3 years. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate immediately for voluntary abandonment, felony conviction, material misrepresentation, unauthorized assignment, bankruptcy, consistent failure to submit reports or pay fees (after cure period), consistent failure to pay suppliers, three breaches in 12 months, loss of store location, or other material breaches not cured within 30 days. Also, for repeated health/safety violations or failure to comply with development timelines. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise, and for 2 years following termination or assignment. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee cannot operate, own, manage, be employed by, or consult with any competitive business (other than the franchised one), divert customers, or interfere with franchisor/affiliate/franchisee business. For 2 years post-termination/assignment, franchisee cannot be involved with any competitive business within the 'prohibited area' (Territory + 5-mile radius from Territory/store/other S2 business) or grant franchises for competitive businesses in that area. Cannot solicit customers of the franchised store or interfere with franchisor/affiliate/franchisee business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | While personal, full-time participation is recommended, a designated manager who has successfully completed the Initial Training Program can operate the store. However, the franchisee remains responsible for day-to-day operations and management. All personnel must sign non-competition and confidentiality agreements and complete health and nutrition training. Managers for development businesses are not approved. |
| Required Suppliers | You must purchase all or nearly all of the inventory & supplies necessary to operate your business from Franchisor, its affiliates, or from suppliers that Franchisor designates. Franchisor and its affiliates may be approved or sole suppliers for certain items, including all products sold, proprietary products, point-of-sale system, and employee health and nutritional training. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor sets prices for items purchased from them or their affiliates. These prices may be higher than what could be obtained elsewhere. Franchisor may negotiate special pricing arrangements with suppliers and plans to pass discounts to franchisees. Franchisor reserves the right to approve or revoke approval of any unapproved product or supplier, charging a $1,000 fee per product/supplier for investigation. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In 2022, Franchisor received no revenue from required franchisee purchases or leases. One affiliate received $5,830,827 and another received $3,586,136 from the sale of goods and services to franchisees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing, nor do we guarantee any notes, leases, or obligations. The availability and terms of financing depend on factors like general financing availability, creditworthiness, and collateral offered to lenders. |
Supplement Superstores Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.4M
Median Revenue
$1.5M
Revenue Range
$520K – $1.7M
Sample Size
13 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Supplement Superstores Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSupplement Superstores has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Supplement Superstores System Growth
Total Units
28
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
14
Supplement Superstores currently operates 14 franchised locations and 14 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 0 | 25 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 27 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 28 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1.1M
Net Income
$-103,056
Total Assets
$712K
Audited by Thoresen Diaby Helle Condon & Dodge, Inc. for year ending December 31.
Supplement Superstores Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Supplement Superstores franchise ranges from $229,000 to $393,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Supplement Superstores charges a royalty fee of 5% of weekly Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Brand Fund Contribution), 8% of annual Gross Revenues (Local Advertising) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Supplement Superstores Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Supplement Superstores to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Supplement Superstores franchise owners report average revenue of $1.4M and median revenue of $1.5M. This is based on a sample of 13 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Supplement Superstores has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $229,000-$393,500, a 5% of weekly Gross Revenues royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $35,000 and the total investment ranges from $229,000 to $393,500 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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