[ FROM THE FDD ]

Matco Tools' Item 7 initial investment range runs from $104K to $376K, a high end 3.6 times the low end. Item 7 lists the cost lines behind each end of the range.

Source: FDD Item 7

[ VERIFIED // FDD 2026 ]

Matco Tools

Report based on the 2026 FDD, issued April 6, 2026.

For Matco Tools, the 2026 FDD estimates a total initial investment of $104,374 to $376,241 (Item 7).

Verified: Oct 17, 2026

9 RED FLAGS DETECTED
0/100
MURK SCORE
FRANCHISE SONAR MURK SCORE: OPAQUE(our band for scores 65 to 100)

Does Matco Tools Have Franchise Litigation?

Litigation detected: 9 pending cases, 20 concluded, class action, government order, affiliate class action.

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How Much Does a Matco Tools Franchise Cost?

Royalty RateInitial InvestmentTotal UnitsNet Growth (1Y)

No % royalty

$104K to $376K

1,741

-88

Source: FDD Items 6, 7, 20

VERIFIED // CHECKED AGAINST THE FDD

What Does Matco Tools' Item 19 Disclose About Earnings?

[ EARNINGS DATA LOCKED ]

Item 19 figures, each with the group it covers and its FDD page

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Franchise Sonar provides independent analysis of franchise disclosure documents (FDDs) filed with state regulators. This is for informational purposes only and is NOT investment advice. Data extracted using automated technology; verify all financial information directly in the official FDD before making decisions. Murk Score measures disclosure completeness, not franchise quality. Matco Tools is a trademark of its respective owner. Franchise Sonar is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Matco Tools.

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0/100
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Royalty
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Royalty
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Franchise Fee
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