PingPod franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The PingPod franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $215,850 to $408,750, with about $55,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the PingPod FDD.
What are the PingPod franchise fees and investment?
The PingPod franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $215,850 to $408,750. 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) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $215,850 to $408,750 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $55,000 |
| US locations | 17 |
| Industry | Fitness (Sports) |
| Headquarters | Fort Lee, New Jersey |
| Founded | 2023 |
| Franchising since | 2024 |
How does the PingPod investment compare with other fitness franchises?
PingPod's minimum investment of $215,850 is above the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 124 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, PingPod belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the PingPod FDD?
Verify six parts of the PingPod 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 PingPod 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 PingPod?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to PingPod:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Jabz Boxing | $35,000 | $217,050 to $368,350 |
| Impact-X Performance | $50,000 | $213,200 to $445,500 |
| Fit Body Boot Camp | $54,600 | $211,850 to $388,800 |
| Fitness Together | $40,000 | $221,458 to $524,484 |
| Nexgen Fitness | $34,900 | $208,500 to $689,900 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a PingPod franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a PingPod franchise ranges from $215,850 to $408,750, including a franchise fee of $49,500, 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 PingPod franchise?
PingPod lists a minimum of about $55,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many PingPod locations are there?
PingPod reported 17 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 PingPod been franchising?
PingPod started offering franchises in 2024 after the company was founded in 2023.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. PingPod and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by PingPod. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.