Snap-on ToolsFranchise Cost & FDD Overview

Automotive — Mobile Professional Tool Distribution franchise. Founded in 1920. Headquartered in Kenosha, WI.

Investment

$45.1K - $67.9K

Franchise Fee

$16K

Royalty

none (Snap-on does not charge a percentage royalty on sales)

+ none (no advertising fund fee) marketing

Total Units

3,378

Kenosha, WI Founded 1920Automotive · Mobile Professional Tool Distribution

23 notable changes in the 2024 FDD

Fees, unit trends, and item-by-item text changes from 2023 to 2024 are available in the full comparison.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Snap-on Tools franchise cost?+
The estimated initial investment for a Snap-on Tools franchise ranges from $45.1K - $67.9K. This includes the franchise fee, build-out, equipment, and initial working capital as disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
What is the Snap-on Tools franchise fee?+
The initial franchise fee for Snap-on Tools is $16K. This is a one-time payment to the franchisor for the right to operate under the brand.
What are Snap-on Tools's ongoing fees?+
Snap-on Tools franchisees pay a none (Snap-on does not charge a percentage royalty on sales) royalty fee on gross sales and a none (no advertising fund fee) marketing/advertising fee. These are ongoing fees paid regularly to the franchisor.
How many Snap-on Tools franchise locations are there?+
As of the latest FDD filing, Snap-on Tools has 3,378 total locations across the United States. This figure includes both franchised and company-owned units.
Where can I find Snap-on 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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