15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a Brooklyn Robot Foundry franchise ranges from $91K to $146K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Brooklyn Robot Foundry is $39K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Brooklyn Robot Foundry 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a Brooklyn Robot Foundry franchise requires a physical location (2025 FDD). Franchisees will need to lease or purchase commercial real estate, which is a significant component of the total investment.
View full investment analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry charges a royalty fee of 7.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Brooklyn Robot Foundry franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 3.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $750/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Brooklyn Robot Foundry franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry currently operates 10 locations (2025 FDD) (9 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 150.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 115.4%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Brooklyn Robot Foundry is 0.0% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Brooklyn Robot Foundry is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 10 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Brooklyn Robot Foundry's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry provides 127 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisBrooklyn Robot Foundry does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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