The real numbers on owning a HOTWORX Franchising, LLC franchise
Fitness - Infrared Sauna Studios · FDD 2026 · from public state filings
DDisclosure honesty
This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.
★★☆☆☆FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 2/5
Investment
$288,890–$830,380
Total fees
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Outlets
—
Closure signals
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Lawsuits
2
Is HOTWORX Franchising, LLC worth it? How it compares to 57 similar franchises
Startup cost
from $288,890
about average (median $288,890)
Disclosure honesty
Grade D
less honest than most of the category
Disclosed lawsuits
2
more litigious than 76% of peers
Benchmarked against every fitness & gyms franchise we've graded from public FDDs — the context the franchisor's pitch never gives you.
What their own earnings claim actually says
FDD discloses franchisees must investigate costs and expenses deducted from gross revenue. No financial performance representations provided; directs to current/former franchisees for information.
Honesty grade D: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.
Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)
Two litigations disclosed; one settled with $39,950 refund and franchise termination; one wrongful death settled for $380,000.
Legal history (Item 3)
2 matters disclosed.
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How much does a HOTWORX Franchising, LLC franchise cost?
The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $288,890–$830,380, including a $19,950 initial franchise fee.
How much do HOTWORX Franchising, LLC franchise owners make?
FDD discloses franchisees must investigate costs and expenses deducted from gross revenue. No financial performance representations provided; directs to current/former franchisees for information. We grade this disclosure D for honesty.
What is the HOTWORX Franchising, LLC franchise failure rate?
Two litigations disclosed; one settled with $39,950 refund and franchise termination; one wrongful death settled for $380,000.
Is a HOTWORX Franchising, LLC franchise worth it?
It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. HOTWORX Franchising, LLC scores D on disclosure honesty, and discloses 2 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.
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Source: WI DFI Franchise Registration (2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with HOTWORX Franchising, LLC or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.