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TOP FRANCHISES MORE THAN $250,000WEEK OF APRIL 12, 2026

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Top 10 Franchises More Than $250,000

Some franchises require a capital investment of more than $250,000. When investing in a franchise that requires this much capital, you should have your finances in order. There is more involved in a business with a higher investment, so you may have to budget for merchandise, staff, equipment, construction, and more. While this large investment can deter franchise ownership, you should consider looking into the best business to start with $250k if you have the financial resources.

Here are the top franchises more than $250,000 for week ending April 12, 2026. The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our portal to identify which franchises more than $250,000 had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. We use our ranking system to help identify new and upcoming franchise systems. This ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy, it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

WaveMAX Laundry Logo

#1 RANKED FRANCHISE

WaveMAX Laundry

Simply Put: WaveMAX is THE Laundromat of the 21st Century
  • Semi-Absentee with only 4-8 hours work each week
  • Low employee count... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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LaundroLab Logo

#2 RANKED FRANCHISE

LaundroLab

LaundroLab is on a mission to establish the nation's best, most reliable laundromat brand through a 5-star customer and franchisee experience.... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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Tee Box Logo

#3 RANKED FRANCHISE

Tee Box

Tee Box is a state-of-the-art golf training facility for all ages and skill levels, featuring TrackMan simulators, a putting green, and a... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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Amada Senior Care Logo

#4 RANKED FRANCHISE

Amada Senior Care

Amada is one of the only senior care companies in North America that provides in-home, non-medical care and assisted living placement consulting... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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Monster Mini Golf Logo

#5 RANKED FRANCHISE

Monster Mini Golf

Monster Mini Golf offers a unique indoor, glow-in-the-dark mini golf and arcade experience that blends affordable family fun with interactive... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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City Wide Logo

#6 RANKED FRANCHISE

City Wide

City Wide is a management company in the building maintenance industry, giving franchisees more than 20 different ways to open a door and create... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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iFlex Stretch Studios Logo

#7 RANKED FRANCHISE

iFlex Stretch Studios

iFlex Stretch Studios provides personalized assisted stretch therapy that enhances mobility, prevents injuries, reduces pain, and supports... learn more

Number of Units LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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Zoom Drain Logo

#8 RANKED FRANCHISE

Zoom Drain

At Zoom Drain, we are drain and sewer experts, specializing in drain repairs, cleanings, inspections, septic tank services, pump replacements... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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IV Nutrition Logo

#9 RANKED FRANCHISE

IV Nutrition

IV Nutrition offers a premier destination for experiencing the immediate and powerful benefits of IV nutrient therapy, providing a uniquely safe... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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SWEAT440 Logo

#10 RANKED FRANCHISE

SWEAT440

SWEAT440 revolutionizes fitness with its "show up anytime" model, offering 40-minute HIIT and weight training classes starting every 10 minutes.... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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The Complete List

Below is the full list of top franchises more than $250,000 for week ending April 12, 2026.

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Rank Franchise Name Cash Required Number of Units  
1 WaveMAX Laundry More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
2 LaundroLab More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
3 Tee Box More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
4 Amada Senior Care More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
5 Monster Mini Golf More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
6 City Wide More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
7 iFlex Stretch Studios More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
8 Zoom Drain More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
9 IV Nutrition More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
10 SWEAT440 More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
11 Ultimate Longevity Center More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
12 Pilates Addiction More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
13 UNITS Moving and Portable Storage More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
14 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
15 Redbox+ Dumpsters More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
16 Hear Again America More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
17 Beauty Bungalows More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
18 Paul Davis Restoration More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
19 Toastique More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
20 Cascadia Pizza Co. More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
21 Perspire Sauna Studio More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
22 Anago Cleaning Systems Master Franchise More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
23 VaVia More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
24 Foot Solutions More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
25 dermani MEDSPA More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
26 SubContain More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
27 Phenix Salon Suites More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
28 Vibe House Hot Pilates More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
29 Hounds Town USA More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
30 Body20 More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
31 Pet Supplies Plus More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
32 Strickland Brothers 10 Minute Oil Change More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
33 K-9 Resorts More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
34 Dogtopia More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
35 Plumbing Paramedics More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
36 COOL-BINZ More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
37 Haven Childcare | Workspace | Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
38 Image Studios More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
39 The Dog Stop More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
40 Pause Studio More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
41 Closet Factory More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
42 Action Exteriors More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
43 Meineke More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
44 Temperature Pro More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
45 Prism Specialty Restoration More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
46 Celebree School More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
47 Grease Monkey More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
48 The Plunge House More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
49 Naz's Halal Foods More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
50 Roof Scientist More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
51 Orthotic & Prosthetic Clinics of America More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
52 American Family Care More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
53 Floyd's 99 Barbershop More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
54 Marigold Academy More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
55 Alexis Lauren More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
56 Ivybrook Academy More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
57 PlumbingPro More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
58 PlayPalz Indoor Playground More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
59 1-800 Radiator & AC More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
60 All American Pet Resorts More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
61 HomeField Onsite Environmental More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
62 Midwest Shooting Center More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
63 Raining Berries More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
64 Ducklings Early Learning Centers Franchise More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
65 River Street Sweets More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
66 RNR Tire Express More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
67 MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
68 Town Square More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
69 Sky Zone Trampoline Park More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
70 Smithfield's Chicken 'n Bar-B-Q More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
71 Saladworks More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
72 Doner Haus More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
73 Garbanzo Mediterranean Fresh More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
74 Hydrogen Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
75 The Great Greek Grill More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
76 Cruisin' Tikis More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
77 VP Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
78 Storage Authority More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
79 Harlem Shake More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
80 Venture X More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
81 Silver Bear Swim School More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
82 US Prosthetix More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
83 Bellacures More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
84 Taco Rico More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
85 Blushington More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
86 Thermo S Insulation More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
87 Central Bark Doggy Day Care More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
88 Waffletto More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
89 SpaSocial More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
90 McFadden's Restaurant and Saloon More than $250,000 View Franchise
91 Woodhouse Spa More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
92 Locali / Localita & The Badasserie More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
93 Coyote Ugly Saloon More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
94 Ninja Nation More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
95 Discovery Point More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
96 Tossed More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
97 Tom+Chee More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
98 Zaniac More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
99 18|8 Fine Men's Salons More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
100 Dynamo Surfaces More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

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