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Anytime Fitness vs Snap Fitness

An Anytime Fitness franchise costs $649,000–$2,341,219 all-in, versus $671,600–$1,434,250 for Snap Fitness. Anytime Fitness has the lower entry cost. Anytime Fitness is the larger network (599 vs 463 Australian outlets). On ongoing fees, Anytime Fitness charges an undisclosed royalty and Snap Fitness charges an undisclosed royalty.

Figures as at August 2026 (Anytime Fitness) and August 2026 (Snap Fitness). Confirm both against the disclosure document.

Side by side

FeeAnytime FitnessSnap Fitness
Total investment (all-in)$649,000–$2,341,219$671,600–$1,434,250
Initial franchise fee$42,500$27,500
Fit-out & equipment$150,000–$250,000$150,000–$250,000
Working capital$60,000$50,000
Royalty——
Marketing levy——
Term5 years5 years
Australian outlets599463
CategoryFitness & WellbeingFitness & Wellbeing

Establishment ranges include working capital. Every figure is dated to its source, see each brand’s profile for the full breakdown and provenance.

Which is cheaper to get into?

Anytime Fitness is the cheaper way in, its establishment range starts at $649,000 against $671,600 for the other. Remember the all-in figure includes working capital; the gap can narrow or widen once you cost fit-out for a specific site.

Both in context

Anytime Fitness and Snap Fitness are both fitness & wellbeing systems. Across the category, the Fee Index shows a median all-in cost of $250,000–$500,000 (103 systems) and a $49,000 median initial fee (7 systems). See where each sits against the field in the Fitness & Wellbeing Fee Index.

Common questions

Is Anytime Fitness or Snap Fitness cheaper to buy?

Anytime Fitness has the lower entry cost. Anytime Fitness costs $649,000–$2,341,219 all-in versus $671,600–$1,434,250 for Snap Fitness. These are establishment ranges including working capital, always verify against the disclosure document.

Which has more locations, Anytime Fitness or Snap Fitness?

Anytime Fitness is the larger network, with 599 Australian outlets versus 463 for Snap Fitness.

What royalty do Anytime Fitness and Snap Fitness charge?

Anytime Fitness charges an undisclosed royalty. Snap Fitness charges an undisclosed royalty. Both are ongoing percentages of gross sales, confirm the current rates with each franchisor.

Should I choose Anytime Fitness or Snap Fitness?

It depends on your budget, which territories each has available near you, and the format you want to run. This comparison uses each franchisor's published figures; before deciding, request both disclosure documents, check territory availability, and have an accountant review the numbers.

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