Best Home-Based Franchises in Australia
15 franchises you can run from home or a vehicle — no shopfront, lower overheads. Ranked by entry cost, cheapest first.
| # | Franchise | Category | Units | Investment (all-in) | Royalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fantastic Services | Cleaning | 60 | $4K–$15K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 2 | V.I.P. Home Services | Cleaning | 750 | $12K–$30K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 3 | Jim's Mowing | Lawn & Garden | 2,600 | $20K–$50K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 4 | Jim's Cleaning | Cleaning | 800 | $25K–$35K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 5 | Jim's Test & Tag | B2B Services | 350 | $25K–$55K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 6 | Mortgage Choice | Mortgage & Finance | 400 | $25K–$150K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 7 | Aussie Pooch Mobile | Pet Services | 150 | $27K–$60K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 8 | Chem-Dry Australia | Cleaning | 200 | $40K–$120K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 9 | Hire A Hubby | Home & Trade Services | 300 | $45K–$150K | 9.0% | Cost |
| 10 | Jim's Dog Wash | Pet Services | 200 | $70K–$100K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 11 | Jim's Pool Care | Pool & Spa Services | 120 | $75K–$300K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 12 | PACK & SEND | Courier & Logistics | 100 | $90K–$120K | 8.0% | Cost |
| 13 | The Alternative Board Australia | B2B Services | 30 | $90K–$130K | 0.0% | Cost |
| 14 | Poolwerx | Pool & Spa Services | 240 | $99K–$485K | 7.0% | Cost |
| 15 | Snap Print & Design | B2B Services | 125 | $225K–$295K | 8.0% | Cost |
Lowest entry on this list: Fantastic Services from $3,750 all-in. Investment figures are all-in establishment costs (Q2 2026 Fee Index). Rankings are directory listings, not endorsements — always verify fees against the disclosure document.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best home-based franchise in Australia?
Home-based franchises are concentrated in services: cleaning, lawn and garden, pool care, pet services and courier work. The best fit depends on your budget and local demand — check our location reports for demand by area.
Are home-based franchises profitable?
Home-based systems have low overheads (no rent or fit-out), so break-even can come sooner, but income depends on how many jobs you can service. Demand varies by area — see the local opportunity scores in our location reports.