Matco Tools
$MTTLF500 #66CategoryRetail
SubcategoryTools Distribution
Locations1,741
Franchisee Count72
Franchise Fee$10,000
Item 7 Low$104,374
Item 7 Midpoint$240,308
Item 7 High$376,241
Royalty FeesYou are not required to pay any monthly or periodic royalty, franchise, license, advertising or other fee (except the annual software maintenance fee described below) during the term of the Distributorship Agreement.
Ad / Brand Fund5%
Sold Not Open260
Founded1993
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business47
Began Franchising1993
HQStow, OH
Executives5
Main Phone(330) 929-4949
FDD IssuedApril 6, 2026
Last UpdatedOct 19, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees must use the MDBS Software for managing operations, which includes sales tracking and inventory management. They are required to purchase a new personal computer that meets Matco's specifications and maintain compliance with Matco's standards for hardware and software.
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