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Draftbit

YC W18

Chicago, US · Founded 2018 · 10 employees · 14 known investors

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Draftbit is a low-code platform that enables users to build web and mobile applications for iOS and Android using visual editing, AI agents, and integrated development tools. The platform serves app developers and builders seeking to reduce development time through drag-and-drop interfaces and direct code access.

Also known as Orchard

Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareDesign ToolsUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W18)

Draftbit was founded in 2018 by Brian Luerssen.

BLBrian Luerssen
Brian LuerssenFounderPreviously, he served as General Manager of OkCupid Labs at Match.com and was co-founder of Quantitative Insights, a machine learning company focused on medical imaging and healthcare that was later acquired.

Investors · 14

Floodgatelisted by FloodgateMenlo Park · $500K – $5M

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New Stack Ventureslisted by New Stack VenturesChicago · $500K – $1.5M

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Newlin Ventureslisted by Newlin VenturesChicago · $15K – $100K

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Soma Capitallisted by Soma CapitalSacramento · $100K – $300K

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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BCo VenturereportedPetaluma

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Bragiel BrothersreportedSan Francisco

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Dipalo VenturesreportedChicago

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Fuel CapitalreportedCovina · $500K – $1M

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Liquid VenturesreportedSan Francisco · $250K – $5M

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MAGIC FundreportedLos Angeles · $50K – $5M

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MTT Venturesreported

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Network VenturesreportedChicago · $500K – $2M

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Frequently asked questions

What does Draftbit do?
Draftbit is a low-code platform that enables users to build web and mobile applications for iOS and Android using visual editing, AI agents, and integrated development tools. The platform serves app developers and builders seeking to reduce development time through drag-and-drop interfaces and direct code access.
Who founded Draftbit?
Draftbit was founded by Brian Luerssen in 2018.
Who are Draftbit's investors?
Draftbit's investors include Corazon Capital, Floodgate, New Stack Ventures, Newlin Ventures, Soma Capital, Y Combinator, BCo Venture, Bragiel Brothers and 6 more.
Where is Draftbit headquartered?
Draftbit is headquartered in Chicago, US.