Matco ToolsFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Automotive — Mobile Professional Tool Distribution franchise. Founded in 1946. Headquartered in Stow, OH.

Investment

$108.1K - $382.8K

Franchise Fee

$10K

Royalty

None (no monthly or periodic royalty)

+ None marketing

Total Units

1,829

Stow, OH Founded 1946Automotive · Mobile Professional Tool Distribution

23 notable changes in the 2025 FDD

Fees, unit trends, and item-by-item text changes from 2024 to 2025 are available in the full comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Matco Tools franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Matco Tools franchise ranges from $108.1K - $382.8K. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Matco Tools franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Matco Tools is $10K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Matco Tools's ongoing fees?+
Matco Tools franchisees pay a None (no monthly or periodic royalty) royalty fee on gross sales and a None marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Matco Tools franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Matco Tools has 1,829 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Matco Tools's full FDD?+
FDDs are available directly from the franchisor or through FDD filing services. FranchiseDiff shows extracted comparison data from publicly available FDDs — we do not distribute the documents themselves.

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