Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers 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.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers franchise is approximately 15.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 8.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $400/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers has been involved in 12 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 10 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers offers protected 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 are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.

Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers currently operates 500 locations (2025 FDD) (441 franchised, 59 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.2% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -0.9%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers is 2.8% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.2M (average: $1.4M).

The initial franchise agreement term for Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.

Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 3 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

No, Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation.

Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers provides 137 hours of initial training over approximately 3 weeks (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.

Yes, Pearle Vision EyeCare Centers provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.