Auntie Anne's vs Puccino's Franchise

Auntie Anne's and Puccino's are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. Auntie Anne's has the lower minimum investment at £50,000, compared with £100,000 for Puccino's. Auntie Anne's is the older brand, established in 1988. Auntie Anne's operates the larger UK network with 2,000 outlets versus 40.

FactAuntie Anne'sPuccino's
Minimum investment£50,000£100,000
Founded19881995
UK outlets200040
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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Auntie Anne's vs Puccino's FAQ

Which is cheaper, Auntie Anne's or Puccino's?

Auntie Anne's is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £50,000 compared with £100,000 for Puccino's. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, Auntie Anne's or Puccino's?

Auntie Anne's is the older brand, established in 1988, while Puccino's was founded in 1995.

Which has more UK outlets, Auntie Anne's or Puccino's?

Auntie Anne's runs the larger UK network with 2,000 outlets compared with 40 for Puccino's.

Do Auntie Anne's and Puccino's both include training?

Auntie Anne's and Puccino's both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for Auntie Anne's and Puccino's?

Auntie Anne's financing: Third Party. Puccino's financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 15 May 2026.