Hi-Five franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Hi-Five franchise fee is $32,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $160,615 to $559,665, with about $50,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Hi-Five FDD.
What are the Hi-Five franchise fees and investment?
The Hi-Five franchise requires a franchise fee of $32,500 and a total initial investment of $160,615 to $559,665. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $32,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $160,615 to $559,665 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $50,000 |
| US locations | 12 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Boca Raton, Florida |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the Hi-Five investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Hi-Five's minimum investment of $160,615 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 97 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $32,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Hi-Five belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Hi-Five FDD?
Verify six parts of the Hi-Five Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Hi-Five discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Hi-Five?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Hi-Five:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington Learning Center | $36,000 | $159,367 to $298,357 |
| We Rock The Spectrum Kid's Gym for all Kids | $65,000 | $162,900 to $337,291 |
| Idea Lab | $35,500 | $163,000 to $465,000 |
| Funbox | $75,000 | $167,535 to $280,975 |
| One River School | $45,000 | $153,500 to $449,600 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Hi-Five franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Hi-Five franchise ranges from $160,615 to $559,665, including a franchise fee of $32,500, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Hi-Five franchise?
Hi-Five lists a minimum of about $50,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Hi-Five locations are there?
Hi-Five reported 12 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Hi-Five been franchising?
Hi-Five started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2014.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Hi-Five and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hi-Five. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.