Clothes Bin^®

Retail • Year: 2025

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What Is Clothes Bin?

Clothes Bin is a franchise that operates in the textile recycling/collection sector, providing recycling collection bins for clothes, shoes and textiles. The operational model centers on placing and managing franchisor‑specified collection bins at leased third‑party locations within a designated territory and using the franchisor’s Bin Location Information Program (BLIP) and proprietary systems to map, track, and monitor bins while collecting, transporting, distributing and reselling collected items. It engages the general public as no‑cost donors (B2C) and derives revenue by reselling collected goods to businesses in the textile recycling, thrift and retail sectors (B2B). Franchisees are required to purchase an initial package of 20 Bins and use franchisor services for unloading and initial placement as part of training.

Clothes Bin Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchisor reports zero outlet terminations and no disclosed lawsuits or penalties, suggesting strong operational and legal stability, but it also lists 27 signed-but-not-open outlets (well above typical for Retail), which may indicate buildout delays or selling faster than it can support openings.

Pros

Zero outlet terminations (well below typical for Retail) — operators have not been forced out, which points to operational stability for current franchisees.

No disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, franchisor-initiated enforcement actions, franchisee judgments, or settlements (all 0; well below typical for Retail) — the franchisor presents a clean legal and regulatory record, reducing legal distraction and potential compliance costs.

Item 7 financial requirements are very low (assets reported $1,400–$4,600 and training listed $0; well below typical for Retail) — the upfront cash needed appears unusually small, leaving you with more cash on hand for build-out and early operating expenses.

Cons

27 signed-but-not-open outlets (well above typical for Retail) — a large pipeline of sold but unopened units may indicate the franchisor is selling faster than it can support openings or is facing site/buildout delays.

Two outlet non-renewals (above typical for Retail) — a higher-than-normal number of franchisees chose not to renew their agreements, which could reflect satisfaction or profitability issues for some operators.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

52/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce, operate in retail and alternative venues, use alternate trademarks, and reduce site-specific protection contingent on meeting performance quotas, enabling market-density management and development of additional units in the surrounding market; franchisee may relocate.

Training & Support

54/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a streamlined 8-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch. The program includes on-site launch support to assist operational readiness, with travel and lodging expenses and any additional on-site support fees the responsibility of the franchisee.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise is on an accelerating growth trajectory: unit counts moved 37 (2022) → 36 (2023) → 43 (2024) → 74 (2025), with YOY rates of -2.7%, +19.4% and a sharp +72.1% most recently. For investors, the rebound from a slight contraction in 2023 to rapid expansion through 2025 signals improving franchise health and strong demand, but the jump from 43 to 74 units in one year raises execution and sustainability risks (operations, training, unit economics) that should be monitored.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Clothes Bin Franchise?

Opening a Clothes Bin franchise requires a total initial investment of $161,940 to $216,980, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$161,940

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$216,980

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$49,500

Real Estate$1,700

Equipment & Assets$1,400

Reserves$20,000

Training$0

Other$89,340

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$49,500

Real Estate$8,000

Equipment & Assets$4,600

Reserves$40,000

Training$500

Other$114,380

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Clothes Bin Franchise Owners Make?

Clothes Bin franchise locations reported average gross sales of $358,953 and median gross sales of $241,537 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$358,953

Median Gross Sales:

$241,537

High Gross Sales:

$1,139,889

Low Gross Sales:

$69,887

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

30.77%

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Only franchised-unit data are reported (13 franchisees); no company-owned or corporate-operated outlet financials are provided, so direct comparison to corporate performance is not possible.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variation among franchisees in 2024 — the median gross revenue (241,537) is well below the mean (358,953) and the range spans from 69,887 to 1,139,889, indicating a skewed distribution with several high outliers.

Data Scope and Limitations: The representation covers only 13 of the franchisees that met the reporting criteria in 2024 (limited sample) and while income is reported, detailed numeric COGS figures are not provided, which limits full P&L analysis.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Clothes Bin franchise?

The total initial investment for a Clothes Bin franchise ranges from $161,940 to $216,980, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Clothes Bin initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Clothes Bin is $49,500, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Clothes Bin franchise owners make?

Clothes Bin franchise locations reported average gross sales of $358,953 and median gross sales of $241,537 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Clothes Bin have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Clothes Bin received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Clothes Bin offer exclusive franchise territories?

Clothes Bin received a territory protection score of 52 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Clothes Bin provide to new franchisees?

Clothes Bin received a training and support score of 54 out of 100. The brand provides a streamlined 8-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch.

How many Clothes Bin franchise locations are there?

Clothes Bin had 74 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Clothes Bin?

Clothes Bin is a franchise that operates in the textile recycling/collection sector, providing recycling collection bins for clothes, shoes and textiles.

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