What was the total number of Bens Soft Pretzels outlets at the start of 2023?
Bens_Soft_Pretzels Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Outlet Type | Year | Outlets at the Start of the Year | Outlets at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 69 | 77 | +8 | |
| Franchised | 2023 | 77 | 75 | -2 |
| 2024 | 75 | 78 | +3 | |
| 2022 | 6 | 5 | -1 | |
| Company | 2023 | 5 | 6 | +1 |
| Owned | ||||
| 2024 | 6 | 7 | +1 | |
| 2022 | 75 | 82 | +7 | |
| Total Outlets | 2023 | 82 | 81 | -1 |
| 2024 | 81 | 85 | +4 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 42–46)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bens Soft Pretzels's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 82 outlets. This number includes both franchised and company-owned stores.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that there were 77 franchised outlets and 5 company-owned outlets at the beginning of 2023. This information is crucial for potential franchisees as it provides a snapshot of the brand's footprint and the mix of ownership models within the system.
Understanding the number of existing outlets can help a prospective franchisee gauge the brand's market penetration and growth trajectory. It also offers insights into the balance between franchised and company-owned locations, which can reflect the franchisor's strategic priorities and investment in the brand. Reviewing these figures over multiple years, as presented in the FDD, can further reveal trends in outlet growth and stability within the Bens Soft Pretzels system.