Doc Popcorn vs Cinnabon
Two franchise systems, side by side. For a software vendor, they are not the same opportunity.
More open target
Cinnabon
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Cinnabon is the obvious choice right now—it’s a TAM and timing play that Doc Popcorn can’t touch. With 1,338 total units (1,310 franchised) and 30.7% year-over-year unit growth, you’re looking at a large, rapidly expanding install base where each new opening is a fresh software deal. A current 2026 FDD signals active development and franchisee recruitment, so the pipeline of greenfield locations is real and immediate. In contrast, Doc Popcorn’s 79 units and anemic 3.9% growth with a
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Cinnabon
Total units
79
1,338
Franchised units
79
1,310
Unit growth YoY
3.947%
30.739%
Average unit revenue (AUV)
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$665K
Royalty
6%
6%
Ad fund
1%
2.5%
Initial franchise fee
$15K
$36K
Investment range (low)
$175K
$257K
Investment range (high)
$376K
$704K
Procurement model
Approved supplier
Approved supplier
FDD fiscal year
2025
2026
Filing freshness
DUE
CURRENT
Common questions
Doc Popcorn vs Cinnabon, answered
Doc Popcorn has 79 total units and Cinnabon has 1,338, so Cinnabon is the larger system.
Doc Popcorn grew units +3.947% year over year vs +30.739% for Cinnabon, so Cinnabon is growing faster.
Both charge a 6% royalty.
Doc Popcorn's initial franchise fee is $15K and Cinnabon's is $36K, so Doc Popcorn has the lower fee.
Doc Popcorn's initial investment runs $175K–$376K and Cinnabon's runs $257K–$704K, so Cinnabon requires the larger investment.
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