Hardware Startups

Better & Better develops and sells oral care products including toothpaste and sonic toothbrushes formulated with natural, clean ingredients and designed to support whole-body health while minimizing environmental impact. The company targets consumers seeking alternative oral care options that avoid harsh chemicals and synthetic additives.

2 investors

Betterguards develops protective sports equipment designed to prevent athlete injuries, particularly focused on ankle stabilization through biomechanical engineering. The company serves athletes globally and has been collaborating with professional sports teams for over a decade.

2 investors

A non-lethal maritime security system that uses advanced polymeric hydrogel to immobilize vessel propulsion systems without causing structural damage. The technology is designed for maritime security applications where containment of vessels is needed.

2 investors

BigRep manufactures large-format industrial 3D printers for production environments, supporting multi-material printing and high-temperature engineering-grade materials. The company serves manufacturers looking to produce tooling, functional prototypes, and performance parts at scale.

2 investors

Bilihome develops a wearable phototherapy device for treating neonatal jaundice in hospitals and home settings, enabling parents to maintain physical contact with their newborns during treatment. The company provides the device alongside remote monitoring services and implementation support for hospitals to adopt zero-separation care pathways.

2 investors

BindiMaps develops web-based and mobile indoor navigation solutions that help visitors plan routes through buildings and spaces with accessibility features for people with disabilities. The platform serves airports, shopping centers, venues, and other facilities to improve wayfinding and accessibility.

2 investors

Bingo manufactures electric vehicles and develops swap and charging infrastructure to replace high-emission used vehicles in African ride-hailing fleets. The company targets major cities including Nairobi, Lagos, Accra, and Johannesburg with purpose-built EVs that reduce both emissions and operating costs.

2 investors

Biodata Bank develops Canaria+, a wearable wrist device that detects rising internal body temperature and warns workers of heat-related risks through sound, light, and vibration alarms without requiring charging, connectivity, or setup. It is aimed at companies protecting field and industrial workers from heatstroke, and the reusable devices are collected and refurbished to reduce waste.

2 investors

BioDit develops biometric security solutions offered in wireless and wired configurations. The company positions its products as security technology for access control and identity verification.

2 investors

BioDit offers biometric security solutions, including wireless and wired systems for access control and identity verification.

2 investors

Biome makes Taiga, a smart hydroponic living wall with onboard sensors, automated irrigation, and lighting that automates indoor plant care, along with the Halo grow light, plant supplements, and a companion app to monitor and control the system. It sells soil-free, fully grown living walls for home consumers, shipped from its indoor vertical greenhouse in Oakland, CA.

2 investors

Biomoneta develops air decontamination devices that use ZeBox technology to eliminate airborne pathogens and provide medical-grade sterility without ozone or harmful radiation. The company offers medical-grade and consumer-grade air purification systems for hospitals, healthcare facilities, and homes.

2 investors

Bionic Power develops wearable smart orthoses for lower-body mobility assistance in patients with knee pathologies and gait disorders, including conditions like cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and stroke-related hemiparesis. The company's Agilik smart orthosis is designed to enhance walking ability and quality of life in affected patients.

2 investors

Blakbear develops solutions to reduce food waste by addressing fixed printed expiry dates. The company, comprising scientists, engineers, and commercial specialists, operates across the UK and US.

2 investors

BlastOne supplies abrasives, equipment, and technical expertise for industrial blasting and surface preparation, serving contractors and manufacturers in protective coatings and corrosion control. The company operates globally with a focus on helping industrial blasters and painters complete projects faster, safer, and cleaner.

2 investors

Blip Energy makes small, plug-in smart batteries aimed at renters and households that cannot install large permanent home storage systems. The company positions its distributed energy storage as a tool for energy resilience, cost control, grid stability, and broader access to clean energy.

2 investors

Blitzpanel designs and builds custom electrical control panels for industrial equipment, covering automation, motor control, power distribution, safety, and test systems. It serves engineers, OEMs, and system integrators, working from existing drawings or developing the electrical design, and operates a UL508A-certified shop in Austin, Texas.

2 investors

BL!XT develops intelligent electrical distribution hardware and software that digitizes power infrastructure through solid-state switchgear and voltage conversion systems. The platform enables real-time monitoring, automation, and optimization for factories, data centers, maritime vessels, and critical infrastructure.

2 investors

Blloc built the Z18 phone and the Ratio app, tools designed to reduce digital distraction and phone addiction. The company operated from 2016 to 2024, with its team joining Nothing.tech in 2023 and Ratio becoming part of Prometheus LLC in December 2024.

2 investors

Blocksynop develops the Neural Blockade Monitor, a noninvasive, real-time device for measuring the effectiveness of local anesthetics (neural blocks) in patients. The tool is intended for anesthesiologists and clinical pain management, combining biomedical and systems engineering.

2 investors

Bloom Surgical develops surgical instruments and technology solutions for surgical teams in healthcare settings.

2 investors

Blue Current develops high-performance, safety-focused battery technology using a silicon-first design approach for both mobility and stationary energy storage applications. The company operates manufacturing and testing facilities in the Bay Area and serves automotive, consumer electronics, and energy storage markets.

2 investors

Blue Line Battery designs and manufactures lithium-ion power systems for forklifts and industrial material-handling equipment, offering an alternative to traditional lead-acid batteries. The U.S.-based company also builds custom lithium-ion solutions for unique industrial power needs.

2 investors

Blue World Technologies develops high-temperature PEM methanol fuel cells that serve as clean energy solutions for industrial applications worldwide. The company aims to support decarbonization efforts across various sectors through fuel cell technology.

2 investors