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V.I.P. Home Services vs Fantastic Services

A V.I.P. Home Services franchise costs $24,999–$110,419 all-in, versus $8,000–$60,000 for Fantastic Services. Fantastic Services has the lower entry cost. V.I.P. Home Services is the larger network (492 vs 75 Australian outlets). On ongoing fees, V.I.P. Home Services charges an undisclosed royalty and Fantastic Services charges an undisclosed royalty.

Figures as at August 2026 (V.I.P. Home Services) and August 2026 (Fantastic Services). Confirm both against the disclosure document.

Side by side

FeeV.I.P. Home ServicesFantastic Services
Total investment (all-in)$24,999–$110,419$8,000–$60,000
Initial franchise fee$12,000$3,000
Fit-out & equipment——
Working capital$5,000$3,000
Royalty——
Marketing levy——
Term5 years5 years
Australian outlets49275
CategoryCleaningCleaning

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?

Fantastic Services is the cheaper way in, its establishment range starts at $8,000 against $24,999 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

V.I.P. Home Services and Fantastic Services are both cleaning systems. Across the category, the Fee Index shows a median all-in cost of $27,000–$80,000 (56 systems) and a $12,000 median initial fee (5 systems). See where each sits against the field in the Cleaning Fee Index.

Common questions

Is V.I.P. Home Services or Fantastic Services cheaper to buy?

Fantastic Services has the lower entry cost. V.I.P. Home Services costs $24,999–$110,419 all-in versus $8,000–$60,000 for Fantastic Services. These are establishment ranges including working capital, always verify against the disclosure document.

Which has more locations, V.I.P. Home Services or Fantastic Services?

V.I.P. Home Services is the larger network, with 492 Australian outlets versus 75 for Fantastic Services.

What royalty do V.I.P. Home Services and Fantastic Services charge?

V.I.P. Home Services charges an undisclosed royalty. Fantastic Services charges an undisclosed royalty. Both are ongoing percentages of gross sales, confirm the current rates with each franchisor.

Should I choose V.I.P. Home Services or Fantastic Services?

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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