What is the approximate cost of an additional soft-serve freezer for a Carvel franchise?
Carvel Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
t (like kitchen equipment) and machinery that complies with our Standards (and for a Co-Branded Shoppe, the standards of the Co-Branded Franchisor too). Your actual costs will vary depending on a number of factors including, without limitation, building codes and health requirements of the state where your Shoppe is located.
The amounts for Full Shoppes and Co-Branded Shoppes include two soft-serve machines and one freezer. The amounts for Express Shoppes and Hosted Express Sh
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 42–52)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Carvel's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the cost for an additional soft-serve freezer is approximately $24,000. This figure is relevant for prospective franchisees who anticipate needing more freezer capacity than the standard equipment package provides.
The standard equipment package for Full Shoppes and Co-Branded Shoppes includes two soft-serve machines and one freezer. Express Shoppes and Hosted Express Shoppes include only one soft-serve machine and one freezer. If a franchisee determines that their business requires additional soft-serve freezers beyond what is included in the standard equipment package, they should budget for this additional expense.
It's important to note that this is just an estimated cost. The actual cost may vary depending on the supplier, the specific model of freezer, and any installation costs. A prospective Carvel franchisee should confirm the current pricing and availability with approved suppliers during their due diligence process.