What was the total number of Best Brains outlets at the end of 2024?
Best_Brains 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 114 | 116 | +2 |
| 2023 | 116 | 122 | +6 | |
| 2024 | 122 | 162 | +40 | |
| Company- | 2022 | 5 | 2 | -3 |
| Owned* | ||||
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| Total Outlets | 2022 | 119 | 118 | -1 |
| 2023 | 118 | 124 | +6 | |
| 2024 | 124 | 164 | +40 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 36–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of outlets at the end of 2024 was 164. This number includes both franchised and company-owned Best Brains centers.
Specifically, the FDD indicates that there were 162 franchised outlets and 2 company-owned outlets operating at the close of 2024. This represents a net increase of 40 outlets compared to the beginning of the year.
Prospective franchisees should note this growth trend as a positive indicator of the brand's expansion and market presence. However, it's also important to investigate where these new outlets are located and whether there is potential for market saturation in certain areas. Understanding the distribution of both franchised and company-owned centers can provide valuable insight into Best Brains' overall growth strategy.