Ranking Methodology: Rankings are computed from real franchise disclosure data in our database.
Composite score = franchisee satisfaction score (40%) + annual unit growth rate (40%) + low failure rate (20%).
Only franchises with disclosed investment ranges are included. Rankings are not endorsements — always review the current FDD before making investment decisions.
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Top 8 Retail & Services Franchises — 2026
#1
Pet Supplies Plus
Retail & Services
Neighborhood pet store with grooming and self-wash services.
$439K–$1.4M
Satisfaction: 83/100
Growth: 6.0%/yr
Units: 730
#2
Wild Birds Unlimited
Retail & Services
Backyard bird feeding and nature specialty retail.
$187K–$351K
Satisfaction: 87/100
Growth: 2.0%/yr
Units: 360
#3
Ace Hardware
Retail & Services
Cooperative hardware retailer with local neighborhood focus.
$302K–$2.2M
Satisfaction: 82/100
Growth: 1.5%/yr
Units: 5,700
#4
FASTSIGNS
Retail & Services
Custom signs, banners, and visual communications.
$234K–$307K
Satisfaction: 80/100
Growth: 2.0%/yr
Units: 770
#5
Batteries Plus
Retail & Services
Specialty retailer of batteries, lightbulbs, and device repair.
$285K–$520K
Satisfaction: 75/100
Growth: 3.0%/yr
Units: 720
#6
Great Clips
Retail & Services
Largest salon brand offering affordable, no-appointment haircuts.
$181K–$387K
Satisfaction: 78/100
Growth: 1.0%/yr
Units: 4,500
#7
Sport Clips
Retail & Services
Men's and boys' hair care with sports-themed experience.
$266K–$440K
Satisfaction: 76/100
Growth: 1.0%/yr
Units: 1,900
#8
The UPS Store
Retail & Services
Shipping, printing, and business services center.
$178K–$403K
Satisfaction: 70/100
Growth: 0.5%/yr
Units: 5,600
Rankings based on FranchiseStack composite score. Data as of April 2026 from disclosed FDD filings and franchise databases. Investment figures change — always request current FDD before investing. Not investment advice.
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Franchises Ranked: 8
Investment Range: $178K–$2.2M
Data as of: April 2026