Smart Home Report Highlights Startup Growth

Smart Homes Report, September 2016
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Contents
Topic Page No.
Scope of Report 05
Entrepreneur Activity 07
Investment Trend 11
Who is Investing 19
Exit Outlook - IPO, Acquisitions 23
Sub Sector Analysis 26
Interesting Companies 38
Useful Links 42
Company List 45
Team & About Tracxn 181

Illustrative Sectors We Track
ENTERPRISE
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENTERPRISE
APPLICATIONS
MOBILETECHNOLOGY
TECH FINTECH EDUCATION HEALTHCARE
SECURITY
STORAGE
NETWORKING
MOBILITY
IT OPS
CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE
API MANAGEMENT
BIGDATA INFRASTRUCTURE
SAAS
MOBILE-FIRST ENT. APPS
INTELLIGENT ENT. APPS
OPEN SOURCE
RETAIL TECH
MARKETING TECH
STEALTH MODE
VERTICAL SAAS
MOBILE COMMERCE
MOBILE PAYMENTS
MOBILE MARKETING
MOBILE DEV TOOLS
MOBILE HEALTH
MOBILE GAMING
MOBILE LEARNING
MOBILE COMMUNICATION
WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY
INDUSTRIAL IOT
SMART CARS
SMART CITIES
SMART HOMES
IOT INFRASTRUCTURE
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGNECE
AR/VR
INTERNET OF THINGS
3D PRINTING
BITCOIN
PAYMENTS
EDUCATION IT
SELF LEARNING
LIFE SCIENCES
DIGITAL HEALTH

Sector overview
Scope of report
As the IoT wave is hitting every device whether personal or commercial, it is impacting everyday home devices as well. Smart
Homes sector is coming up as there is need to automate everyday repetitive home functions and make them more efficient.
Dumb home devices are giving way to smart solutions.
This report covers connected solutions which enable monitoring and control of home devices and operations. Report covers
companies which are developing solutions for automating home functions, these solutions are connected to users smartphones
through cloud giving user higher level of insight and control. Report also includes smartphone apps which are able to connect to
most of home automation devices thus making them interoperable and acts as a common platform for monitoring and control.
All the companies developing home devices that are not connected to cloud and are dumb are left out of this report, devices
which are remote controlled using IR or Bluetooth are also excluded from this report.
The scope of this report includes equity as well as debt funding received by the companies.

Scope of Report
Entrepreneur Activity
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Exit Outlook - IPO, Acquisitions
Sub Sector Analysis
Interesting Companies
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
6

22
36
82
135
167
91
0
36
72
108
144
180
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
NumberofCompanies
7
YoY – Number of companies founded
Nest
Bidgely
Misfit Wearables
Tado
Ring Labs
Canary
Juicero
August
Blink
EVA Automation
Deako
Linkbee

Large Upcoming Sectors
No. of Companies
Founded
Average
Age
No. of Companies
Funded
Business Model
Total
Funding
Example
37 2013.4 18 Home Automation > Smart Kitchen 179M
32 2013.3 17 Home Automation > Locks 66M
15 2013.2 9 Home Automation > Monitoring > Air 56M
90 2012.6 32 Home Automation > Devices Management 323M
64 2012.5 17 Home Automation > Switches & Plugs 50M
46 2012.1 21 Home Automation > Gardening 133M

Niche Upcoming Sectors
No. of Companies
Founded
Average
Age
No. of Companies
Funded
Business Model
Total
Funding
Tracxn Picks
22 2011.5 11 Home Automation > Thermostats 102M
35 2011 15 Home Automation > Home Lighting 100M
26 2010.3 20 Home Automation > Monitoring > Energy Usage 121M
49 2009.4 25 Home Security > Video Monitoring & Alerts 366M

Scope of Report
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Sub Sector Analysis
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
10

YoY – Number of Rounds and Total Funding
Note: The funding includes debt rounds also.
$272M
$524M
$192M
$96M
$256M
$273M
$464M
$417M
$450M
10
19
17
14
37
71
99 98
59
0
24
48
72
96
120
0
120
240
360
480
600
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
NumberofRounds
FundingAmount(inMillions)
Funding Amount Number of Rounds

YoY – Number of Rounds by Stage
4
22
38
50 48
26
5
11
19
33 35
24
2
1
4
4 3
5
0
20
40
60
80
100
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
NumberofRounds
Seed Early Late

YoY – Funding by Stage
$1M $9M $21M $28M $39M $31M$29M
$174M
$116M
$189M
$322M
$209M
$51M
$1M
$132M
$237M
$50M
$200M
0
100
200
300
400
500
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
TotalFundingAmount(inMillions)
Seed Early Late

Average Ticket Size – Early Stage
$0.4M $0.6M $0.7M $0.7M $1.2M
$1.9M
$3.3M
$3.6M
$8.9M $9.2M
$6.4M
$7.7M
$11.0M
$51.6M
$7.7M $7.2M
$20.7M
$26.0M
0.0
12.0
24.0
36.0
48.0
60.0
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Seed Series A Series B

Top investments in last one year
Company
Funding
Amount
Round
Name
Date Investors
vivint.com
Vivint
(Provo, 1999)
$100M PE Apr-2016 Solamere Capital
juicero.com
Juicero
(San Francisco, 2013)
$70M Series B Mar-2016
ARTIS Ventures, DBL Partners, KPCB, Campbell Soup Co, First Beverage
Group, GV, Thrive Capital, Two Sigma Ventures
ring.com
Ring Labs
(Santa Monica, 2012)
$61M Series C Mar-2016 KPCB
parrot.com
Parrot Group
(Paris, 1994)
$35M PE Nov-2015 Bpifrance
netatmo.com
Netatmo
(Paris, 2011)
$32M Series B Nov-2015 Legrand, Iris Capital, Bpifrance
ring.com
Ring Labs
(Santa Monica, 2012)
$28M Series B Aug-2015
J F Shea Company, True Ventures, Upfront Ventures, Sky Dayton,
American Family Ventures
innit.com
Innit
$25M Series A Nov-2015
tado.com
Tado
(Munich, 2011)
$23M Series C Apr-2016 Inven Capital

Top investments in last one year
Company
Funding
Amount
Round
Name
Date Investors
juneoven.com
June
$23M Series A Mar-2016
Eclipse VC, Lumia Capital, Sound Ventures, Vaizra Investments, Lerer
Hippeau Ventures, First Round Capital, Foundry Group, Promus Ventures
dessmann.com.cn
Dessmann
(Hangzhou, 2009)
$19M Series A Apr-2016
innit.com
Innit
$18M Series A Jul-2016
tado.com
Tado
(Munich, 2011)
$17M Series B Oct-2015
Target Partners, Shortcut, BayBG, Siemens, homeserveplc.com, Statkraft
Ventures
bidgely.com
Bidgely
(Sunnyvale, 2010)
$17M Series B Nov-2015 Constellation Technology Ventures, E.on, RWE Global, Khosla Ventures
sevenhugs.com
Seven Hugs
(Paris, 2013)
$15M Series A Jun-2016 Xerys
orvibo.com
Orvibo
(Shenzhen, 2011)
$13M Series A Aug-2015 Legend Star, MediaTek
getluma.com
Luma
(Atlanta, 2014)
$13M Series A Apr-2016
Accel Partners, Amazon, Felicis Ventures, Base Ventures, BIP Capital,
Relay Ventures, Webb Investment Network, 500 Startups

Funnel view of Sector
Percent of
Previous
36%
49%
35%
22
19
40
113
229
628
0 140 280 420 560 700
M&A & IPO
Late
Series B
Series A
Funded
Founded
Number of Companies

Scope of Report
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Sub Sector Analysis
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
18

Most Active Investors in Sector
9
8 8
7
6 6 6
5 5 5
0
2
4
6
8
10
Techstars KPCB Khosla Ventures Y Combinator First Round
Capital
Foundry
Group
Kima
Ventures
500 Startups Bpifrance Charles River
Ventures
TotalNumberofRounds
Latch Ring Labs Misfit Wearables Deako Ring Labs June Seven Hugs Luma Netatmo Ring Labs
Revolv iControl Canary Eight June Rachio Petnet Silk Labs Parrot Group iControl

Where are Top Investors investing
Techstars KPCB
Khosla
Ventures
Y
Combinator
First Round
Capital
Foundry
Group
Kima
Ventures
500
Startups
Bpifrance
Charles
River
Ventures
Home
Automation
Latch,
Revolv,
Notion
Juicero, Nest,
Misfit
Wearables
Bidgely
Deako
Eight
Petcube
June
SmartThings
Ambient
Devices
June
Rachio
Revolv
Seven Hugs
Petnet
Orange Chef
Luma
Ninja Blocks
Parrot Group
Qivivo
Home
Security
Ring Labs,
iControl,
Dropcam
Canary Ring Labs Keecker
Silk Labs
Alfred
Withings
Ring Labs
iControl
Smart Home
Suite
Netatmo

Top Investor by Stage of Entry
Techstars 7
Kima Ventures 6
HAX 5
Plug and Play Tech Center 5
Y Combinator 5
R/GA 4
Felicis Ventures 3
Foundry Group 3
Galvanize 3
Lerer Hippeau Ventures 3
KPCB 3
Khosla Ventures 3
J F Shea Company 2
Qualcomm Ventures 2
Two Sigma Ventures 2
KPCB 3
Seed Series A Series B Later Stage
Bpifrance 3
Khosla Ventures 3
500 Startups 2
Accel Partners 2
Cheetah Mobile 2
First Round Capital 2
Formation 8 2
Founders Fund 2
Foundry Group 2
Jingdong 2

Scope of Report
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Sub Sector Analysis
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
22

Top IPOs in last three years
IPO Date Company Overview
Funding
Amount
Jun-2015 alarm.com
Alarm
(Washington D.C., 2000)
Wireless security and energy management systems
TCV, Egis Captial Partners, ABS Capital Partners $165M
Jul-2013 control4.com
Control4
(Salt Lake City, 2003)
Wireless home automation infrastructure
GSV Capital, Foundation Capital, Sapphire Ventures, Vispring, Mercato Partners, Frazier
Technology Ventures, Thomas Weisel Venture Partners, University Venture Fund, Venture
Capital, Cisco Investments, Sapphire Ventures, Signal Peak
$93M

Major Acquisitions
Date Company Acquirer
Deal
Size
Overview
Total
Funding
Apr-2016 withings.com
Withings
(Moulineaux, 2008)
nokia.com $191M USD
Developer of an array of connected products
Bpifrance, 360 Capital Partners, Idinvest Partners, Ventech
$33.83M
Oct-2014 revolv.com
Revolv
(Boulder, 2012)
nest.com Undisclosed
Connect and unify wireless home electronics
Foundry Group, Techstars, Social Leverage, SK Ventures, American
Family Ventures, Social Leverage
$6.88M
Jun-2014 dropcam.com
Dropcam
nest.com $550M USD
Developers of video monitoring hardware and software technology
Accel Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, KPCB, Felicis Ventures,
Institutional Venture Partners, Menlo Ventures, Kapor Capital, Bay
Partners, Pinnacle Ventures
$47.8M
Apr-2014 blacksumac.com
Blacksumac
(Ottawa, 2012)
icontrol.com Undisclosed
Video monitoring for home security
Capital Angels
$310K
Oct-2012
Home Comfort Zones
(Beaverton, 2002)
getemme.com Undisclosed Energy efficiency systems for home $7.5M
July-2012 avaak.com
Avaak
(San Diego, 2004)
netgear.com $31M USD
Developed home monitoring system
Qualcomm Ventures, Trinity Ventures, InterWest Partners, Leapfrog
Ventures
$17M
Nov-2010 ucontrol.com
uControl
(Austin, 2006)
icontrol.com Undisclosed
Home Security, Automation Platform
$9.53M
Sep-2009 getgreenbox.com
Greenbox
(San Bruno, 2006)
silverspringnet.
com
Undisclosed
Energy management platform
Harmony Partners
$2M

Scope of Report
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Sub Sector Analysis
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
2525

September 2016Tracxn Bluebox : Smart Homes
620+ companies in the sector, 202 funded in last 5 years, $867M invested in 2015/16
Most Active Investors: KPCB, Khosla Ventures Kima Ventures, Felicis Ventures, First Round Capital
HOME AUTOMATION
Devices Management
Smartphone Apps
Tekoia (2012, $1M)
$327M
HOME SECURITY $482M
Monitoring
Leeo (2013, $37M)
Air
Hello (2013, $35M)
Water
Connected yard (2014, $2.2M)
Energy Usage
Bidgely (2010, $25M)
$288M
Thermostat
Nest Labs (2010, Acq $3.2B)
Remote AC Management
Tado (2011, Acq $34M)
Smart Kitchen
Orangechef (2011, $3M)
Home Lighting
Matterport (2011, $56M)
Radiators
Ecovent (2012, $9M)
Gardening
Rachio (2012, $10M)
Switches & Plugs
ThinkEco (2008, $7M)
$102M
$176M
$57M
$97M
$129M
$48M
$13M
$1.3B
Video Monitoring & Alerts
Canary (2012, $41M)
$366M
Cumulative funding in the sectorPractice Area – Technology | Analyst: @Vivek
Locks
Latch (2014, $17M)
$66M
Occupancy Detection
Cocoon (2014, $4M)
$7M
SMART HOME SUITE $345M

Top Business Models by Funding
$1.3B
$482M
$345M
0
320
640
960
1280
1600
Home Automation Home Security Smart Home Suite
TotalFundingAmount(inMillions)
# Cos. 506 70 41
Control4
Savant Systems
Ring Labs
iControl
Alarm
Vivint

Home Automation – Business Model Description
Devices that automate and give the user control over some home device.
Monitoring Devices Management Switches & Plugs Gardening Smart Kitchen
Hubs that enable
control of different
smart home devices
while making them
interoperable
Connected switches &
plugs to control
plugged in devices and
most of times
monitoring energy
usage
Devices that enable
indoor/outdoor
gardening with higher
insights, smart
sprinklers are also
included.
Devices connecting and
automating kitchen
function.
Devices that enable
monitoring of home
parameters like air
quality, water and gas
leakage, energy usage
etc.

Home Automation – Entrepreneur Activity and
Investment Trend
$34M $33M
$53M $39M $34M
$161M
$348M
$248M
6
1 14 10
30
57
81
79
0
18
36
54
72
90
0
80
160
240
320
400
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
NumberofRounds
YoY – Total Funding and No. of Rounds
$328M
$288M
$177M
$129M
$102M
$98M
0
70
140
210
280
350
Devices
Management
Monitoring Smart Kitchen Gardening Thermostats Home Lighting
BM wise Investment
7
15 15
29
72
106
139
76
0
32
64
96
128
160
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
NumberofCompaniesFounded
YoY – No. of Companies Founded
222
46
30 25 24 17 15 15
0
50
100
150
200
250
United
States
India China United
Kingdom
Canada France Germany Israel
NumberofCompanies
Distribution of Companies across Countries

Home Automation – Most Funded Companies
Company Overview Business Model
Funding
Amount
control4.com
Control4
(2003, Salt Lake City)
Wireless home automation infrastructure
GSV Capital, Foundation Capital, Sapphire Ventures, Vispring, Mercato Partners, Frazier
Technology Ventures, Thomas Weisel Venture Partners, University Venture Fund, Venture
Capital, Cisco Investments, Sapphire Ventures, Signal Peak
Home Automation >
Devices Management
$93M
savant.com
Savant Systems
(2005, Barnstable)
App and hub for connected device management
KKR
Home Automation >
Devices Management
$90M
juicero.com
Juicero
(2013, San Francisco)
Internet connected kitchen appliance (juicer) manufacturer
KPCB, Thrive Capital, GV, Interplay Ventures, Vast Ventures, Two Sigma Ventures, Double
Bottom Line Investors, Mindfull Investors, ARTIS Ventures, Campbell Soup Co, First
Beverage Group, DBL Partners, ICH Group
Home Automation >
Smart Kitchen
$89.8M
peel.com
Peel
(2009, Mountain View)
Universal remote with user engagement feature
Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Kapor Capital, Harrison Metal, Baseline
Ventures, TransLink Capital, Alibaba Group
Home Automation >
Devices Management >
Smartphone App
$86.7M
nest.com
Nest
(2010, Palo Alto)
Hardware and software for monitoring home energy consumption.
Lightspeed Venture Partners, KPCB, Shasta Ventures, Venrock, Point Judith Capital, Google
Ventures, Intertrust, Generation Investment Management, Darwin Ventures,
CoyoteRidgeVC, Red Sea Ventures, C4 Ventures
Home Automation >
Thermostats
$80M
hydropoint.com
HydroPoint
(2002, Petaluma)
Smart water management solutions provider
Monitor Ventures, J F Shea Company, RockPort Capital, Chrysalix EVC, Firelake Capital,
Scenic Ventures, Toro, Seven Mile Capital Partners
Home Automation >
Gardening
$67.8M
tado.com
Tado
(2011, Munich)
Smart AC management devices for homes
Siemens, Target Partners, Shortcut, BayBG, homeserveplc.com, Inven Capital, Statkraft
Ventures
Home Automation >
Remote AC Management
$57M

Home Security – Business Model Description
Connected security solutions to enable 24/7 home security monitoring and detect intruders.
Video Monitoring & Alerts Occupancy Detection
Sensors for detecting home
occupants
Video monitoring solutions that use
the cloud to host the feed and
possess some form of recognition

Home Security – Entrepreneur Activity and
Investment Trend
$23M $23M
$14M
$56M
$13M
$86M
$76M
$113M
2 2 2
2
4
10 10
15
0
3
6
10
13
16
0
24
48
72
96
120
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
NumberofRounds
$367M
$7M
0
80
160
240
320
400
Video Monitoring & Alerts Occupancy Detection
BM wise Investment
1
3 3
4
8
15
19
10
0
4
8
12
16
20
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
38
4 4 4 3 3 2 1
0
8
16
24
32
40
United
States
China France India Canada United
Kingdom
Germany Australia
NumberofCompanies

Home Security – Most Funded Companies
Funding
Amount
ring.com
Ring Labs
(2012, Santa Monica)
Video doorbell
First Round Capital, Upfront Ventures, Charles River Ventures, KPCB, True Ventures, J F
Shea Company, American Family Ventures, QueensBridge Venture Partners, Sky Dayton,
VTF Capital
Home Security > Video
Monitoring & Alerts
$94.7M
icontrol.com
iControl
(2003, Redwood City)
Connected home mgmt. software & video monitoring device
ADT Security Services, Cisco, Charles River Ventures, KPCB, GE, Intel Capital, Comcast
Ventures, Dawn Capital, Rogers Communications, Tyco, Silicom Ventures, Cisco
Investments
Monitoring & Alerts
$93.5M
simplisafe.com
SimpliSafe
(2006, Boston)
Home security alarm system
Sequoia Capital
Home Security $57M
august.com
August
Smart lock and access system
Bessemer Venture Partners, Qualcomm Ventures, Maveron, SoftTech VC, SanDisk,
Rothenberg Ventures, Cowboy Ventures, Comcast Ventures, Quotidian Ventures, Morado
Ventures, and others
Home Security $48M
dropcam.com
Dropcam
Developers of video monitoring hardware and software technology
Accel Partners, Bessemer Venture Partners, KPCB, Felicis Ventures, Institutional Venture
Partners, Menlo Ventures, Kapor Capital, Bay Partners, Pinnacle Ventures
Monitoring & Alerts
$47.8M
canary.is
Canary
(2012, New York City)
Safety sensor device for home monitoring
Khosla Ventures, Western Technology Investment, Two Sigma Ventures, Flextronics,
Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, Cota Capital, MetaProp NYC, Walden Riverwood Ventures
Monitoring & Alerts
$41.2M

Smart Home Suite – Business Model Description
Companies providing multiple home automation and security solutions or both.

Smart Home Suite – Entrepreneur Activity and
Investment Trend
$215M
$469M
$125M
$1M
$209M
$10M $6M
$56M
1
3
1
2 3
3
6
4
0
1
3
4
6
7
0
100
200
300
400
500
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
NumberofRounds
1 1
4
2 2
11
6
2
0
2
5
7
10
12
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
14
8
4
3
2
1 1 1
0
3
6
10
13
16
United
States
India China United
Kingdom
Norway Australia Chile Finland
NumberofCompanies

Smart Home Suite – Most Funded Companies
Funding
Amount
alarm.com
Alarm
(2000, Washington D.C.)
Wireless security and energy management systems
TCV, Egis Captial Partners, ABS Capital Partners
Smart Home Suite $165M
vivint.com
Vivint
(1999, Provo)
Developers of home automation systems
Summit Partners, Bank of America, Barclays, Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo, Zions Bank,
Peterson Partners, Regiment Capital Advisors, Madison Capital, Peterson Partners,
Solamere Capital, Bregal Sagemount
Smart Home Suite $100M
netatmo.com
Netatmo
(2011, Paris)
Thermostat, video monitoring and personal weather station and air quality sensor
devices for use with Android and iOS apps.
Iris Capital, Bpifrance, Legrand, C4 Ventures
Smart Home Suite $37.8M
idevicesinc.com
iDevices
(2010, Avon)
Smart devices which wirelessly connect to mobile devices and PCs
Connecticut Innovations, Stonehenge Capital, Allegion, Stonehenge Growth Capital
ilifesmart.com
LifeSmart
(2014, Hangzhou)
Smart home solution provider
SAIF Partners China, Haier, Foxconn Electronics, Tisiwi Ventures
wigwag.com
WigWag
(2012, Austin)
Cloud intelligent device platform to enable home and commercial automation
cscventurecapital.com
ipdatatel.com
ipDatatel
(2007, Sugar Land)
Developer of wireless devices for home
Genesis Park

Scope of Report
Investment Trend
Who is Investing
Sub Sector Analysis
Useful Links
Company List
Team & About Tracxn
37

Interesting Series B Companies
Total
Funding
juicero.com
Juicero
Internet connected kitchen appliance (juicer) manufacturer
KPCB, Thrive Capital, GV, Interplay Ventures, Vast Ventures, Two Sigma Ventures,
Double Bottom Line Investors, Mindfull Investors, ARTIS Ventures, Campbell Soup
Co, First Beverage Group, DBL Partners, ICH Group
Home Automation > Smart
Kitchen
$89.8M
August
Smart lock and access system
Bessemer Venture Partners, Qualcomm Ventures, Maveron, SoftTech VC,
SanDisk, Rothenberg Ventures, Cowboy Ventures, Comcast Ventures, Quotidian
Ventures, Morado Ventures, Industry Ventures, Second Century Ventures, Rho
Ventures, Winklevoss Capital, KDDI, CAA Ventures, Singtel Innov8, Global Brain,
Dolby Family Ventures, Center Electric, QueensBridge Venture Partners
Home Security $48M
canary.is
Canary
(2012, New York City)
Safety sensor device for home monitoring
Khosla Ventures, Western Technology Investment, Two Sigma Ventures,
Flextronics, Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, Cota Capital, MetaProp NYC, Walden
Riverwood Ventures
Monitoring & Alerts
$41.2M
bidgely.com
Bidgely
(2010, Sunnyvale)
Enables consumers to monitor and manage their household energy use
Khosla Ventures, Plug and Play Tech Center, E.on, RWE Global, Constellation
Technology Ventures
Home Automation >
Monitoring > Energy Usage
$24.6M
Curated list of companies by the sector analyst are defined as Interesting

Interesting Late Stage Companies
Total
Funding
ring.com
Ring Labs
(2012, Santa Monica)
Video doorbell
First Round Capital, Upfront Ventures, Charles River Ventures, KPCB, True
Ventures, J F Shea Company, American Family Ventures, QueensBridge Venture
Partners, Sky Dayton, VTF Capital
Monitoring & Alerts
$94.7M
icontrol.com
iControl
(2003, Redwood City)
Connected home management software and video monitoring device
ADT Security Services, Cisco, Charles River Ventures, KPCB, GE, Intel Capital,
Comcast Ventures, Dawn Capital, Rogers Communications, Tyco, Silicom
Ventures, Cisco Investments
Monitoring & Alerts
$93.5M
peel.com
Peel
(2009, Mountain View)
Universal remote with user engagement feature
Lightspeed Venture Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Kapor Capital, Harrison Metal,
Baseline Ventures, TransLink Capital, Alibaba Group
Home Automation > Devices
Management > Smartphone
App
$86.7M
tado.com
Tado
(2011, Munich)
Smart AC management devices for homes
Siemens, Target Partners, Shortcut, BayBG, homeserveplc.com, Inven Capital,
Statkraft Ventures
Home Automation > Remote
AC Management
$57M

Top Funded Deadpooled Companies
Total
Funding
lagotek.com
Lagotek
(2005, Bellevue)
Wireless Home Automation
Ecosystem Ventures
Home Automation $5.06M
ninjablocks.com
Ninja Blocks
(2011, Eveleigh)
Ninja Blocks platform helps to build web & mobile apps that offer solutions
connect physical devices to web.
500 Startups, Blackbird Ventures, Artesian, Startmate, Singtel Innov8
Management
$1.73M
qitio.com
Qitio
(2009, Warsaw)
Alarm systems based on the M2M Technology
Home Security $500k
litehouse.io
Litehouse
(2014, San Jose)
Voice control platform for Internet of Things
Plug and Play Tech Center
Management > Voice
Interface
$25k
centersonic.com
Centersonic
(2013, Wetzlar)
Solutions for smart home device management
Wayra
Management

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DETAILS CLOSE TO 620 COMPANIES
(276 FUNDED COMPANIES)
COVERS THE FOLLOWING SECTORS
Home Automation Home Security Smart Home Suite Stealth

Home Automation (1/107)
Company Details Funding Investors
Home Automation
Lagotek [Bellevue, 2005]: Lagotek was a privately held company specializing in home automation that
developed home intelligence platform (HIP) technology. It was founded in 2005 by four former Microsoft
employees. Lagotek developed patent pending product, a mixture of wireless hardware and software for home
automation.
$5.06M Ecosystem Ventures
Home Automation
Bean [Istanbul, 2015]: Bean is a Turkish company that has developed smart connected products for home
automation. Company's product include a smart bulb that can be controlled by user through his smartphone.
Company also provide a smart socket to track consumption, schedule device run time and remotely turn them
on and off. Both bulb and socket are communicated to via smart center which is a hub to connect to the cloud.
Home Automation
Smarttress [Madrid, 2015]: Smarttress is a smart mattress developed by Spanish mattress company Durmet
that alert users on their smartphone when it is being used in their absence. Targeted to catch infidelity the
mattress is fitted with vibration spring sensors, contact detectors and speedometers that relay information
about intensity, impact per minute on the mattress to user.
Home Automation
Stachs [Chennai, 2013]: Stachs provides a suite of technology products - HomeCircle- for automating switches,
lighting, managing electricity consumption and security services inside a house. The company provides a mobile
app as well as a universal remote to automate, control and track household electrical appliances as well as
doors, windows, lights, media centers, set voice reminders etc.
Home Automation
Node0 Labs [Delhi, 2015]: Node0 is an IoT platform which is an intelligent mesh for a home. It optimizes the
power usage of appliances and gives an easy method to customize the space such as lighting, climate etc. It is a
cloud based automation system which has a tool free installation process with simple instructions.

Home Automation
PhotoElectricChefs [Bangalore, 2015]: PhotoElectricChefs aims to develop home automation product which
provide energy efficiency. They claim to offer both customizable and standalone products for auto-lighting and
home automation systems. The home automation system offers users to control the switches using smartphone
or over the internet. It also offers hardware design services.
Home Automation
TailWind [Niagara Falls, 2015]: Tailwind has designed modules with home automation functionality. Their
modules can be used to monitor and control environment and appliances respectively. Each Tailwind module
has 3 channels for simultaneous inputs (monitoring things) and outputs (controlling things), as well as an
accessory channel for use with future accessories and the LED puck light accessory. As of mid December 2015,
company is raising funds on kickstar and has managed to raise $3K of $125k goal with 22 days to go.
Home Automation
Colt Advance International [Hong Kong, 2013]: Coltadvance is a IoT Intelligent Control products and solutions
company, company offers connected lighting, temperature and humidity logger, surveillance. Company is
member of MEMS Industry group.
Home Automation
Swocket [Berlin, 2015]: Swocket, a Hardware.co 2015 alumni is a German smart home startup trying to
innovate around home automation and energy efficiency. As of October 2015 Swocket claims to be working
around a solution that will connect all the home appliances and monitor their energy usage as well as control
them remotely.
Home Automation
Bruno [Birmingham, 2015]: Bruno is a smart trash can which allows user to sweep directly to the base of can
from where its vaccum sucks in the debris and dust. Bruno reminds user when the can is full and trash bags are
running low. Bruno's lid is motion sensitive which opens with a wave of hand. Bruno raised just under $120K
through its Kickstarter campaign.

Home Automation
Beam Labs [Los Angeles, 2014]: Beam is a projector equipped with a computer that can fit into light sockets or
can be connected via cable to perform an array of IFTTT functions in addition all projector functions. Beam runs
on android thus user has access to play store apps too. In March 2015 Beam raised $750K through its Kickstarter
campaign.
Home Automation
Eyeotee [Kirkland, 2014]: Eyeotee is developing a hardware platform that allow user's to order a variety of
home products and groceries with just the push of a button. It allows reorders, payments and fulfillment.
Subscribers simply press a button for instant replenishment, allowing vendors to conclude transactions in a
smart click. EyeOTee’s backend Cloud systems provide merchants and shoppers with a friendly secure interface
to configure complex parameters and multilayered gatekeepers. Currently under development.
Home Automation
ELFblocks [Birmingham, ]: ELF blocks has developed blocks each one of which have specific purposes and when
used in different combinations can be used to perform different home automation functions. The blocks
developed are sensor block, power block, bluetooth block, wall socket module, home kit block which is
compatible with Apple home kit. All the blocks can be used in different configurations thus performing a range
of functions.
Home Automation
Prizm [Paris, 2013]: Prizm offers a smart hi-fi music player. It connects directly to music services via Wi-Fi and
plays music for the user without the need for a smartphone. It can detect the number of people in the room and
automatically play music based on the occasion and their common tastes. It can also naturally wake or help the
user sleep by changing the tracks and volume as necessary. It's context sensitive music engine operates from the
cloud allowing a single transferable profile. Has raised $161k on a goal of $70k on Kickstarter.
Home Automation
Domocracy [ , 2013]: Domocracy offers easy opensource home automation based on Power Line
Communication (PLC). Using a single internet connected gateway that communicates to all slave devices via PLC,
the devices can be switched on and off, using the companion smartphone application. The device's are user
programmable as well. Arduino and Raspberry Pi shields are also in development. Domocracy is a competing
candidate at the Bolt accelerator program in Malaga, Spain.

Home Automation
KlugKraft [Gurgaon, 2012]: Klugkraft Technologies is a growing brand engaged in innovating Zigbee based
automation products and solutions for smart homes. Offers two smart internet connected products, one of
them being a Gas leak Sensor ,which monitors for any gas leaks and alerts on the smartphone if there is any
alarming condition. Their second offering is Wireless wall switch which can be used to control lighting condition
at home wirelessly from anywhere.
Home Automation
RocketHome [Cologne, 2010]: RocketHome develops simple, intuitive home-energy-management systems. Its
technology cover the areas of home energy management, intelligent home automation, and security in a single
solution platform. Product lines and business models are offered as complete “white-label” solutions to firms.
The service portfolio ranges from a standard Smart Home Plug & Play solution including an integrated webshop
to individual solutions for renewable energy sources and powerful commercial user systems. Service providers
from the energy industry, telecommunications, and other fields rely on RocketHome's expertise in developing
their product offerings for private and corporate customers. The company, founded in 2010 and head quartered
in Cologne, has satisfied over 30 well-known companies and partners in six European countries.
Diehl
Home Automation
Q SmartHomes Ltd [Chelmsford, 2008]: Q Smarthomes specialises in bespoke home technology integration.
The company provides its products and services in home cinema, multi-room audio, home security and lighting.
Customers can avail dedicated cinema rooms in basements, multi-room audio throughout the home or security
through CCTV and door entry systems.
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BroadLink [Hangzhou, 2013]: Broad link is a high-tech corporation specializing in research & development,
manufacture, sales and service of hardware and software for smart home solutions. The Wi-Fi Internet of
things transmission module, cloud computing platform and intelligent terminal application (APP) researched and
developed by the company have provided solutions for many different household appliance manufacturers. It
also provides DIY Intelligent Sockets, Intelligent Remote Controls, Family Air Quality Analyzer and other
intelligent household products for customers.
$20.8M
Qualcomm, Sequoia Capital, Jingdong,
Innovation Works, Qihoo 360, China
Merchants Group

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Deako [Seattle, 2015]: Deako has developed smart switches for connected homes. Deako switches install like
other standard switches with similar wiring. Once installed all the Deako switches installed in the house can talk
to each other thus enabling user to create different rules for home automation.
$8.69M Y Combinator
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ThinkEco [New York City, 2008]: ThinkEco, based in New York City, is a green technology company founded in
2008 creating cost effective energy efficiency solution. As a result, they developed the modlet, a self installable
solution that makes it simple to bring energy awareness and device-level energy management to home and
office environments. The modlet was launched as a residential product in 2010 and has been available to
businesses since then. The modlet platform is now being used by utilities across the nation to manage their peak
system loads from room ACs and other loads.
$7.3M
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Konke [Hangzhou, 2010]: Konke is a smart socket. The intelligent socket products acts as a switch, are energy
efficient, mobile phone controlled, act as a WiFi signal enhancer and acts as a monitoring tool. Some other
features include infrared remote control, radio control, environmental testing, guard theft etc.
$6.1M Holch Group
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Plum Life [Austin, 2012]: Plum Life (formerly Ube) allows the user to easily control all the lighting fixture in their
house. By installing the module into the light switch, the user can use the smartphone companion app to control
their home lighting modules. The user can control a single light, a room's entire lighting system or their entire
home's lighting system simultaneously. Unique lighting scenes can be saved. Incubated at Techstars. Raised
$307.6k on a goal of $280k on Kickstarter.
$4.12M
DEMO, Big Basin Partners,
StartupRunner Capital
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Zuli [San Francisco, 2012]: Zuli is a Bluetooth 4.0 smart plug that enables users to control appliances, dim lights,
set schedules, and monitor power consumption. Zuli’s patent pending Bluetooth mesh network works like an
indoor GPS that can locate what room you are in at any given time and adjust lights and appliances to each
person’s customized settings.
$1.65M
Logitech, Menlo Ventures, XG
Ventures, Plug and Play Tech Center,
Winklevoss Capital, DeNA

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KoolTechs [Houston, 2013]: Kooltechs offers home protection and device tracking system. The KoolWand acts
as a Bluetooth tracker for the user's items, pets or children and warns them when they move out of range. It can
act as a fitness tracker as well. Their KoolBridge device acts as a door alarm, warning the user of intruders. It
supports voice control of smart devices such as Nest thermostat as well as acting as a remote for the user's
camera, music player or smartphone camera. These products can combine to act as a home entertainment
control hub. Raised more than $56k on a goal of $50k.
$125k
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YzOak [Oakland, 2014]: YzOak is developer of Yzplug and Yzlight for enabling home automation at plug level.
Yzplug is a connected plug which enables user to remotely control their plugged in devices, Yzlight act as a
socket for the light bulb to fit in and then control it remotely. Both the device can be controlled through app,
touch or voice. Devices learn user behavior and automate on and off time for home appliances. Devices are also
equipped with motion, sound, vibration and touch sensors.
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Everspring [Taipei, 1980]: Everspring is a manufacturer of a range of home products which includes home
alarm system, occupancy detectors, motion sensing flood lights etc. The company also develops Z-wave enabled
smart switches and plugs to be controlled remotely. Additionally, the company has also developed the
underlying architecture for full home integration systems. The company is based in Taiwan with a manufacturing
plant in China.
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Knittlabs [Toronto, 2015]: Knitt Labs has developed hardware and software solution to achieve connected
control and monitoring of electricity usage at the switch level. Solution consists of the wifi connected main hub
to which different modules can be attached as per requirement. Modules provided by the company are a surge
protector, an outlet, a usb charger, an environmental sensor and a wifi repeater. The main hub can be
customized as per requirement by attaching these modules to it and then be controlled by a companion app.
User can turn/schedule things on and off, create rules and get insights into their consumption patterns using the
app.
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Permundo [Dusseldorf, 2009]: Permundo has developed intelligent connected plugs for homes. Plugs can
recognize the type of load connected to home whether dimmable like light bulbs or non-dimmable like coffee
brewing and act accordingly to control it. Plugs can also measure the amount of energy consumption at the
device level. Permundo's plugs are En ocean based thus can be integrated as modules in smart home systems or
can be controlled individually through wireless switches.
High-Tech Grunderfonds, Enjoy
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eSmart [Ecublens, 2011]: eSmart has developed a solution to monitor and control different home operations.
The solution consists of devices that go behind the switch board to control them, a hub called e-Smart Box to
control all the connected appliances and a wall mounted touch screen to act as a dashboard. The user can
access the gate, security cameras, regulate the temperature and monitor consumption. Additionally, a
companion smartphone app allows the user to remotely monitor and control home features.
Swisscom
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zBliss Technologies [Chennai, 2015]: zBliss Technologies brings hitech products and solutions to consumers and
businesses. Various segments include consumer electronics, home automation, Automobile – IoT, Medical – IoT.
Takes projects to provide customized and turnkey solutions in industrial automation, sensor based data
collection and monitoring, IoT based devices. Also provides IT solutions in these segments. Sells hitech products
through partner ecommerce stores online.
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Friuno [Chennai, 2015]: Friuno offers smart switchboards which is a home automation control system that
allows users to control all home appliances and devices through smartphones, smart watches etc.
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Alive Home [Kharagpur, 2015]: Alive Home started by IIT Kharagpur students is a home automation startup
developing smart switch boards. Product LIFE is a combination of a smart switch module that replaces the
traditional switches in the home and can be controlled using the app interface. Claims that app functions
seamlessly in absence of internet also and provides user access, control and real-time energy analysis of all
appliances. Also claims to notify user in case of any unusual activity, for eg. sends alert if AC / TV is on while user
is not at home as well as give suggestions based on user pattern.

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Oakter [Noida, 2014]: Plug and play smart home automation solution. Oakter lets users schedule routine tasks,
remotely control home appliances, manage energy consumption. Claims home wifi not required and integration
into electrical system without need for extensive rewiring. Products in kit include Hub (IoT based home
controller), Comfort Leaf Combo (AC controller) and Power leaves (Smart plugs, wire-in connectors and wireless
programmable switch boards). Can be used in electrical devices like air conditioners, lamps, water heaters,
room Heaters, rice cookers, any other device that does not require a soft start every time when powered on.
Upto 5 users can control devices in home. No questions asked return policy for a fully functional product within
15 days of purchase. Raised funding from India Quotient.
India Quotient
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myStrom [Bern, 2011]: MyStrom has developed connected plugs to gain control and remotely monitor
household appliances. Company's plugs monitor electricity consumption, enables the user to preset device
operating time, receive alerts in case a device is on for a long time and functionality to switch it off/on from
anywhere. Insights regarding device level energy usage and control are accessed via the companion app. Plugs
also support IFTTT thus allowing the user to create rules based automation.
Swisscom
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CarbonSalt [San Francisco, 2015]: Carbonsalt is working toward giving user more insight into their energy
consumption. Company's first product is Orb which is a smart power socket, Orb analyses power consumption
and consumer usage patterns to suggest best practice to conserve energy. User can also turn on/off their
devices remotely using Orb. Company is also focusing on building solution for supermarkets.
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Smarteefi [Ghaziabad, 2015]: Product of CoreEmbedded Technologies, Smarteefi is a smart power strip. Smart
power strip is a Wi-Fi enabled replacement to conventional power Strip to control your appliances anytime from
anywhere via cloud irrespective if mobile is in same Wi-Fi network, different Wi-Fi network or on 3G/4G data
network. Smarteefi android app allows to schedule on/off event on individual outlets for automation and energy
saving. Claims to have features such as overload circuit breaker, surge protection, delay timer.

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iSocket [Helsinki, 2014]: iSocket is a developer of a range of GSM connected sockets for various applications.
Company's socket alerts user when the electricity goes off, it also gives functionality of remotely switching on or
off devices. Different sockets are equipped with different sensors to monitor environment, sound and
temperature. All these are communicated to via SMS or calls which socket interpret accordingly. Sockets are
also claimed to be capable of rebooting router
Western Technology Investment
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Moodnode [Poznan, 2015]: Moodnode is developing a smart light switch that can be used to control the lights
remotely using smartphone app. Switch enables the user to dim lights and set moods as wanted. Devices also
comes equipped with sensors that alerts user when a intruder is passing infront of it. User can set time cycles to
switch lights on and off to deter burglars while they are away. Device is also claimed to be able to work with
other smart devices like Philips HUE and Lifx.
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LV Tech [Jakarta, 2015]: LV Tech is providing home automation solution where its users can access home
appliances from their smartphones. The company has developed smart switches and plugs which can work with
a range up to 40 meters. For operation in a home or surroundings (max. 100m) the company claims to require
no access to the Internet, as smartphone will be automatically connected to the controller using the network
wifi local router.
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entilo [Bangalore, 2009]: Entilo, by iRam Technologies, provides smart home and smart lighting solutions. The
cloud enabled smart home solutions come with wifi enabled smart switches, proximity detection, capacitative
touch. The connected devices can be monitored through a mobile/tablet based application. Users can also
create schedules as well as group lights using the application. Smart lighting solutions are designed for public
spaces with a smart mesh framework, integrated with google maps for easy location and internet enabled to be
controlled through an app. Claims to have raised an undisclosed amount in seed funding from strategic investors
in 2010.
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Linptech [Wuhan, 2009]: Linptech is a smart home service provider and aims to provide energy harvesting
technology based smart home/smart building products and solutions such as passive LinBell G1 wireless
doorbell, lights, switch, sensor, controllers etc.

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inPlug [Beijing, 2013]: inPlug offer a smart home based hardware product and solutions. Its products is a WiFi
based smart outlet and plug which gets connected to mobile applications to control different appliances in the
house.
Qualcomm Ventures
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NuBryte [San Francisco, 2013]: Nubryte is product of Lucius Tech. Nubryte goes in place of existing switches,
where it also acts as a assistant for house. Nubryte automates home lighting by switching it on and off
depending on users behavior and presesnce. Product also has motion detectors and camera installed to relay
security update to user.
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modegi [Bandung, 2013]: Modegi provides smart home products such as smart switches and smart lights. A
mobile app is integrated and these switches and lights can be operated using the app. Scheduling feature is also
available to schedule switching on/off.
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Alba Smart [Gurgaon, 2013]: Alba Smart developers and provider of home automation solutions in India. It aims
at connecting all devices around users home and office so that they can easily manage remotely through one
dedicated control panel. The home automation solutions aims to allow users to control lighting, audio/video
media integration, telephone systems, internet, digital display, climate, energy management, air-conditioning
and security systems.
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TagPlug [Gurgaon, 2013]: Smart plug and play device connected to an electric socket which enables users to
control various appliances at home remotely through the smartphone app such as TV, AC, lights, set alarm,
monitor energy consumption.

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Hombot [Hyderabad, 2015]: Developing an IoT based home automation solution. Enables users to schedule for
tasks of various devices such as alarms, geyser control, helps with power saving through efficient use of
electricity, home monitoring through live camera feeds, smart sensors to track doors, device activity and even
customization of device behavior based on a single touch of a button. Offers a pay-per-use package, its devices
Queenbot & Workerbot syncs with the smartphone app for control. Currently has Ashwik Battu (Co-Founder -
Bookpad (acq by Yahoo!)) in an advisory role. Claims to have raised seed funding of $53K in Sep 2015 as per
Angel.
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Surreal Industries [Rocklin, 2015]: Surreal Industries has developed smart switches and plugs which uses all
solid state technology to for switching, dimming, current and temperature sensing. Controller is plugged into
router from where it can control all switches and plugs. Interface allows user to control lights and appliances
and monitor usage.
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iHome Audio [Rahway, ]: iHome is developing a portfolio of audio devices, additionally it also develops a
connected socket to remotely switch on and off a device. Users can use the smartphone app to know status of
their devices.
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SwitchBee [Netanya, 2013]: Switchbee has designed an array of retrofittable universal, power, shutter and
socket switches for end to end device control. The switches are paired with device central hub using its android
app and can then be controlled using smartphone app. Switches also make sure that device are switched on at
most efficient voltage to protect the electrical load. Company also provides cloud server to store data and
provide remote control.

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Umbrela Smart [Winnipeg, 2014]: Umbrela Smart has developed a complete smart home device which replaces
existing switches thus supporting different home automation functionalities. Device is a touchscreen panel
packing day and night cameras, noise cancelling microphones, stereos, motion and environmental sensors and
multiple communication technologies. It also act as a home security device sensing breakins through its motion
sensors and activates light and alarms. Also capable of adjusting temperature.All Umbrela units talk to each over
the existing power lines using Qualcomm HomePlug technology. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth is reserved for
communication with external devices and wearables thus reducing dependency on smart phone.
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Domus Livings [Hong Kong, 2014]: Domus livings is developing smart plugs and IR remote unit to control these
plugs. IR unit has to be placed within the sight of plugs to be controlled and smart phone is used as the remote
control. User can monitor energy consumption, receive alert for over usage and remotely switch on/off devices,
preschedule appliances etc. Product raised over $100K on kicstarter.
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Imirtech [Rishon LeZion, 2013]: According to company's Angellist page Imirtech has developed touch sensitive
connected switches. Switch connects to mobile apps via Bluetooth smart or wifi.
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Wityliti [Asansol, 2015]: Technology company offering hardware and software solutions for smart home
devices. Product offerings include devices to control lighting, fans and energy consumption monitoring. The
company claims their devices are compatible with already installed switches, fans and lights. First product -
Roommate- was launched in Nov 2015.
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Team Concepts [Hong Kong, ]: Team Concept has developed a smart strip where various appliances and then
can be controlled and monitored remotely. Users can look into energy consumption and strip protects devices
from surge. Apple homekit compatible.

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ioplug [Lisbon, 2014]: IOplug's device are used to plug electrical home appliances, once connected user can
switch on/off devices remotely, dim lights, schedule on time for devices and monitor energy usage by different
appliances. Plugs are available for pre order on companies website.
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rainforest electronics [Chula Vista, ]: Rainforest electronics is developing plug in devices for wall sockets to
control appliances remotely. These devices are claimed to reduce electricity consumption by eliminating idle
time energy losses.
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Flic [Stockholm, 2014]: The wireless button that creates a shortcut to users favorite actions on their
phone.Raised $800K on Indiegogo.
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Liricco Technologies Valta [Toronto, ]: Valta remote energy management system automatically detects unused
devices by identifying energy wastage. Valta works by combining special socket attachments with a hub, app
and web based application to provide energy wastage monitoring, as well as allows users to remotely switch off
their devices. Valta was awarded Good Design award in Japan, 2013.
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Den [London, 2013]: Den offers a lighting switch automation system for users. It blends the design of standard
switches with minimal wireless control. Switches syncs with the network and can also be controlled by an RF
remote as well. The app allows scheduling and monitoring in real time as well. Parental controls to limit use of
certain devices is also possible. They also offer Occupancy (turns the lights on/off based on presence) and
Ambient light sensors (monitors the levels of light and adjusts the lights accordingly). All of these devices are
easy to install without the need for an electrician. Has raised $767K through equity crowdfunding on seedrs
against 30% equity.

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Lumos [Ahmedabad, 2014]: Lumos Automation develops technology solutions in the space of home automation
& IoT. Its product Lumos Switches offers features such as remote control of home electric appliances over
internet, embedded sensors that measure ambient conditions along with electrical conditions to ensure rapid
decision making for switches by learning user behavior, detailed power analytics for every appliance in home
and suggestions for power saving. Also provides a mobile app for users. The company is yet to launch their
product.
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Brio [San Diego, 2006]: Brio features two outlet points and fits like in place of a standard power outlet. Brio's
default state is off, until its embedded sensor detects a valid plug. Brio then enters a 24 V sensing mode and
checks for the correct level of resistance and if found, Brio allows 120 V flow to the appliance. The firm also
hopes to release a second product, called Brio Smart, that communicates wirelessly with sensors placed in the
sockets that detect hazards like flood, fire, and carbon monoxide and will alert the user via smartphone or tablet
(Expected in August of 2015). Raised it's goal of goal of $50k on Kickstarter.
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Linkio [Seyssins, 2014]: Linkio allows people to control their electronics using a mobile app. The system consists
of four components:- control center (connects different components to the smartphone), outlet plug (allows
power control of electronics through the mobile app), wall insert switch (allows control of lights and ceiling fans
traditionally or with the app), infrared remote (replaces traditional remotes and allows consumers to control
existing entertainment systems and other electronics using the mobile app). Since the control center has both
USB and WiFi capability, consumers can connect virtually any device, including security cameras and existing
smart home devices such as the Belkin WeMo, to the mobile app. The entire Linkio system is available for
around $100. Has raised $63k on a goal of $62k on Kickstarter. Devkit for app development are also available.
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Suitch [San Luis Potosi, 2014]: Suitch allows the user control their devices via call. Using a smart plug that is
connected to the users devices, Suitch is able to control the devices using its cloud connectivity. The user can
place a call and suitch will intelligently switch their devices on and off. It can also be configured to take action
during disaster alert. Optional cloud services are offered that allow control using Arduino or Raspberry Pi as well
as an API for Ruby and Python integration. Awards include NASA Space Apps 2013 Mexico edition and Angel
Hack 2013 Mexico Edition.

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Wifiplug [Leeds, 2012]: Wifiplug is a smart plug system that allows the user to control devices over their Wi-Fi
connection. The smart plug is inserted between the socket and the plug of the device to be controlled. The
smart plug connects to the user's Wi-Fi and can be controlled via the companion smartphone app. It can also
monitor power usage and track power costs to the user. Device scheduling is available as well.
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Brightup [Hamburg, 2012]: Brightup has developed a control hub and smart plugs based on the Z-wave
technology. The control hub connects with the companion smartphone app and relays commands to the
individual smart plugs. The smart plugs provide light dimming and control. Other features include Geofencing so
that lights are switched on and off as the user enters or leaves their home, ambient light detection which
automatically optimizes the lights for maximum efficiency and light scheduling. Part of Microsoft ventures
accelerator in Berlin.
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Plugaway [Beijing, 2013]: Plugaway builds simple, affordable, smart, open leds and plugs. This allows energy
monitoring, control, scheduling dimming and notifications via the paired ios or android application. In addition
the application is open and allows the user to build and bundle their own control application allowing custom
actions for the user's leds and plugs. The user can also choose to share them with other users as well as
including ifttt integration and connection to other home devices. Raised $142k on a goal of $43k with more than
1400 backers on crowd funding site kickstarter.
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Switchmate [Palo Alto, 2014]: Switchmate is a simple, easily attachable home lighting solution. Using magnets
or adhesive, the device can be attached to any switch that is a standard toggle switch, a rocker/decora switch or
a multi-gang switch. Using a smartphone that is paired via Bluetooth 4.0, the switches can now be controlled by
the user. Using an optional hub, the devices can be controlled by any internet capable device. Raised over
$185K on Kickstarter.
Pejman Mar Ventures
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Pert [Hyderabad, 2012]: Pert, a product of Switch Technologies, is a Wifi enabled device technology device that
allows users to to control home lights and other electronic devices through a smartphone. Users can view the
real-time status of the connected home appliances through the smartphone app. The app also allows for
scheduling a timer for the lights and electronic devices. The company is yet to release the device and the
website offers a pre-order option for users.

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Switches & Plugs
SensePlug.io [Campbell, 2014]: SAM is a smart outlet that comes in both single-plug and power strip varieties.
Using environmental sensors to monitor time of day, temperature, electrical usage, motion, and light, SAM can
be programmed to control any kind of product plugged into its outlets. Additionally, SAM can be controlled
using an app to know if a device has been left on or not, or to start it while away from the home. The power
strip comes with a built in “SmartRules” functionalities. Through these sensors, the SAM will use the
“SmartRules” to turn a plugged-in object on or off depending on the conditions.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Zcho [Delhi, 2013]: Zcho makes devices that turn existing home appliances smart through smartphones
operated via Bluetooth. Zcho provides an app for the customer's smartphone or tablet that can be used to
remotely access the lights, fans and other devices that have loads upto 10 Amperes. Apart from remote
operation of the devices, the app also enables people to schedule on and off of the devices at a required time.
Zcho provides two devices- Zcho One and Zcho Touch, either or both of which can be installed without altering
the existing fittings. Zcho aims at both Indian and International markets for its products.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Pluggx Labs [Bangalore, 2012]: Pluggx provides a smart switch that allows users to control their room and home
lighting /appliances from a smartphone. An easy to use smartphone UI communicates with smart switch via
Bluetooth with range upto 30-300 ft.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
HomiSmart [Petah Tikva, 2015]: Homismart has developed solutions to enable users to remotely control
appliances and track energy usage. Solution consists of a main control unit or hub, a smart socket, an inwall
switch and an inwall smart socket. Company claims that main unit can control upto 60 devices simultaneously.
Products are available to buy on company's website.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Switcher [Tel Aviv, 2013]: Switcher has developed a connected solution to turn on and off the heater remotley
and set schedules. Solution consists of a unit that goes into the wall socket where the geyser is attached. A hub
to connect the socket unit to the companion app. User can check the status of the geyser remotely and turn it
on/off and keep track of their historical usage.

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Switches & Plugs
HomeRobotics [Mumbai, 2016]: Home automation startup. HoRo has 3 parts - Node, Hub & App. Node can sit
behind existing switch board and can control upto 5 devices at a time e.g. fan, light. Hub gets connected with
wifi router and helps control nodes. Home appliances can be controlled with app.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
KlickH [Hyderabad, 2008]: Zhome, product of Aizyc Technology, is a home automation technology that provides
automation solutions based on wireless technology. Various appliances like lights, AC, music & security can be
controlled by the owners from mobile or iPad, wall switch & touch panels. Also offers door locks and sensors
that can be deployed and linked to the central security room. Klickh was earlier known as Zhome Automation.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
cloudblocks [Delhi, 2015]: CloudBlocks is a home automation system primarily aims to help users control home
appliances from anywhere in the world. It claims that every electrical appliance can be automated and with
CloudBlocks’ system and then these devices are available on a single platform and can also communicate with
each other.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Cubical [Delhi, 2013]: Developing a wireless product, Cubical Master, which connects to the Wifi and interacts
with the Cubical mobile app. Its CubicalSwitch product is included in the home switchboards which enables
users to control all the home appliances through the mobile app. Incubated at Technology Incubation Center, IIT
Guwahati.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Home in Hand [Delhi, 2014]: Technology platform to automate home devices over Internet using SIP. Comrpises
of a smartboard which can enable home appliances to be monitored and controlled through a smartphone.
Currently working on a prototype of a 2 socket box which can be controlled over either wifi or 3G via android
phone. The company is running a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo.

Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Leaf Technologies [Mumbai, 2014]: Air is a product of Leaf which is built to make a clients home more
responsive. It is aimed at revolutionizing the way users interact with their appliances.Using Air, a user can
control all of their household appliances using any internet enabled device from anywhere. It allows you to lock
the devices from being switched on as a security measure against small children. It also learns the usage habits
and can tune the house they way users want, like turning the geyser on before they go for shower and turning it
off later or cooling the room before they reach home from office. It learns which appliances consume how
much power and tunes the house to save energy and money.
Home Automation -
Switches & Plugs
Inoho [Bangalore, 2014]: Inoho provides a home automation system containing switch board control module,
central hub and a smartphone application. The switch board module sits behind the existing switch to make it
connected and be controlled. Users can control all such switches using their smartphone app relayed through
the Inoho central hub. Currently they are selling their home systems online on their
website.http://linkedin.com/in/deepankargarg
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LaMetric [London, 2013]: Smart atoms Lametric is a smart configurable clock for home and office use. It works
by pairing with the user's smartphone via Wi-Fi and is controlled by the companion app and show notifications
such as temperature, important emails, market stats etc It has API's for both cloud and networks. User can pair
it with IFTTT to use it in combinations with different other apps and devices including smart home devices. User
can also stream and listen to music through the clock. Clock is also equipped with ambient light sensors.
Company managed to raise over $370K on Kickstarter.
Glance Clock [Singapore, 2015]: Glance clock is a clock which can display connected user data. Glance can
display data from connected wearables like Jawbone, fitbit etc. Can track user sleep data and display
information about upcoming events from calendar and uber rides.
Ruvento Ventures
Witti Design [Los Angeles, ]: Witti design is a developer of smart home automation products. Currently it offers
3 products Notti, Dotti and Beddi. Notti is a bed side smart light, Dotti is a smart pixel light. Beddi is a smart
alarm with ability to push notifications and sync up with spotify. Notti is available on Amazon for $50 and Beddi
has $72K of $25K goal on kickstarter with 38 days to go as of Oct15.

- Alarms
GoAlly [Boulder, 2015]: Goally has developed a smart alarm table top clock to remind kids to do their routine
task in a fun and interactive way. Parents and kids can collaborate to update tasks in clock using the app. Alarm
clock gives out music tunes with the task on screen whenever it is time to perform them. Device uses home wifi
network to connect to cloud thus allowing parents to update clock from anywhere.
- Alarms
Sunup [Hong Kong, 2015]: Sunup has developed a smart alarm which learns user sleep routine and programs
accordingly. User can set up their own alarm tune and alarm clock doubles up as wifi/bluetooth speakers, Kello
can also co work with other smart homes devices using IFTTT. User can also train their daily routine to wake up
early or take power naps etc.
- Alarms
Cenify [Rochester, 2013]: Cenify is a UK based company that has developed a wireless alarm clock which users
can control using their smart phone to set alarms upto one week in advance. Users can also create a list of
contacts from which if they get a call alarm clock wakes them up. Clock goes under the mattress and shakes to
wake user up making it particularly useful for deaf people. Cenify also provides it services to smart product
makers by integrating their product into their smart ecosystem.
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Connected AC
Noria [Philadelphia, 2016]: Noria has developed a window AC to be installed in home. Noria AC are smaller in
size than traditional window ACs and fits at the base of the window via accompanying window frame. Air vents
in Noria are fitted at the top of the AC, this design allows the cold air to be mixed with warm air thus allowing
uniform cooling. User can either control the temperature using the knob on AC or using companion app which
can also be used to preset temperature. Company has raised over $1.3M in funding on kickstarter.

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Devices Management
Control4 [Salt Lake City, 2003]: Control4 Corporation manufactures wired and wireless home automation
products in the United States. It offers software and hardware products, which enable home theater and
television, multi-room music, lighting, temperature, and security control through a range of in-home and over-
the-Web remote control technology. The company’s products include wireless dimmers and switches, speakers,
multi tuners, multi channel amplifiers, audio matrix switches, video switchers, and home entertainment and
control systems. It also offers wireless thermostats, touch screens, keypads, controllers, contact/relay
extenders, and system remote controls. The company sells its products through dealers in the United States,
Canada, and internationally, as well as through custom integrators, distributors, and retail outlets. It serves
consumer electronics companies, hotels, businesses, and utilities sector. Control4 Corporation has a strategic
relationship with APOGEE Interactive. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Salt Lake
City, Utah.
$93M
GSV Capital, Foundation Capital,
Sapphire Ventures, Vispring, Mercato
Partners, Frazier Technology
Ventures, Thomas Weisel Venture
Partners, University Venture Fund,
Venture Capital, Cisco Investments,
Sapphire Ventures, Signal Peak
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Devices Management
Savant Systems [Barnstable, 2005]: Savant has developed a device and smart phone app using which user can
coordinate with different connected products and control them. Device controls smart plugs thus bringing
automation to appliances. App can be used schedule device on/off time and for the climate control. App also
integrates with streaming service like Netflix. Partners include Sonos, Honeywell, Sony, Lutron.
$90M KKR
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Devices Management
SmartThings [Washington D.C., 2012]: SmartThings has created a variety of easy-to-use sensors that can be
placed in homes, office, and car. Has opened up its developer tool kit to third-parties and built an online shop
where customers could find devices that leverage its technology. The startup is building a platform for
developers to connect everyday objects. Raised $1.2M on Kickstarter in Sept 2012. Won the Spark of Genius
award at the 2012 Dublin Web Summit.
$15.5M
Greylock Partners, First Round Capital,
Highland Capital Partners, SV Angel,
CrunchFund, Western Technology
Investment, A-Grade Investments,
Lerer Hippeau Ventures
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Devices Management
uControl [Austin, 2006]: uControl was a provider home security and automation solutions. The uControl Home
Security, Monitoring and Automation (SMA) solution enabled broadband service provider to deliver service to
digital platform.
$9.53M

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Devices Management
Revolv [Boulder, 2012]: Revolv delivers an all-in-one home monitoring and control system to smartphone users;
connecting hundreds of wirelessly-enabled household items. Revolv is a TechStars Boulder 2012 graduate
(formerly Mobiplug) and is funded by The Foundry Group, a top-10 national investor, as well as American Family
Insurance, and Liberty Global. In 2016, Nest stopped support for Revolv.
$6.88M
Foundry Group, Techstars, Social
Leverage, SK Ventures, American
Family Ventures, Social Leverage
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Devices Management
Wink [New York City, 2013]: Wink is the manufacturer of a smart home hub that is used to control smart
devices installed in home. Wink hub supports a large number of connectivity protocols working with bluetooth
LE, lutron clearconnect, Wi-Fi, z-wave, and zigbee. In April 2015 Wink smart hubs were disconnected form the
internet due to a faulty software update.
$6.2M Western Technology Investment
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Devices Management
Avi [San Francisco, 2014]: Avi-on Labs has built a smartphone application that can be used to pair with
connected devices at home to manage and control them. Uses Bluetooth smart timers for connectivity. Avi-on
makes it easy for manufacturers and retailers to rapidly convert existing and new lines into connected products.
Havent released the product for public usage.
$2.52M
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Devices Management
Dwelo [San Jose, 2014]: Dwelo has developed asolution to let apartment managers better manage apartments
and for residents to be control of home automation devices. The company has developed a hub which sits in the
home and communicates with home automation devices like lighting, locks and thermostats. The property
manager can manage their vacant apartments and give access to new tenants using the platform. Tenants can
use the platform to control home devices. Dwelo works on a subscription-based model with a upfront cost for
each smart device.
$1.81M Peterson Partners
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Devices Management
Ninja Blocks [Eveleigh, 2011]: Ninja Blocks are tiny cloud enabled computers that can sense their environment
by receiving input from a variety of sensors & can affect their surroundings by controlling lights, power sockets,
and other actuators. Also provides a platform to build and run apps. In May 2015 news came out that company
has ran out of funding and has decided to go black and open source its technology. Company blog claimed it will
refund money of pre order from its site but as of August 2015 ninjablocks website is still taking orders.
$1.73M
500 Startups, Blackbird Ventures,
Artesian, Startmate, Singtel Innov8

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Devices Management
Ube [Austin, 2012]: Platform to connect and control Ube lights, plugs and outlets to your smartphone. Techstars
Alum. Raised $1.07M through two rounds of crowdfunding. Founding team - CEO, 25 yrs experience in
connected home. CTO - Co-creator, Polycom. Patent in energy management. CMO - 25 yrs experience in
semiconductors for consumer electronics.
$1.07M Techstars
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Devices Management
The Ubi [Toronto, 2012]: Ubi provides a voice enabled interface to communicate to a series of sensors and
devices, and returns the status either through voice or light signals. The Ubi is a computer that was launched for
pre-order as a Kickstarter project in the summer of 2012. It raised over $229,000 in Kickstarter contributions.
The Ubi is also the first product to be offered by the Unified Computer Intelligence Corporation, a company
based in Toronto, Ontario, with operations in Richmond Hill and Port Hope, Ontario. UCIC was founded by three
engineers with a passion for human computer interaction: Amin Abdossalami, Mahyar Fotoohi, and Leor
Grebler. It's also been pulled forward by co-founder Blake Witkin, an experienced entrepreneur in technology
companies.
$635k
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Devices Management
Flyover Innovations [Olathe, 2013]: Flyover Innovations has developed Blumoo which is a IR blaster utilized to
control appliances which come with a remote. Blumoo connects with users phone through bluetooth and user
can then control all IR devices using the companion app. Companion app also doubles up as a TV guide. Blumoo
can also be used to stream music over a range of 150ft in stereos.
$500k
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Devices Management
WebCurfew [Chicago, 2013]: WebCurfew software available in free and paid versions, layers a user-friendly
menu over the options provided by supported routers. The users use the menu to pick and choose devices that
can continue to receive a Wi-Fi signal. It replaces the antiquated device-centric model of managing parental
controls on individual devices, and provides a simple solution by managing the central point of all WiFi internet
access in the home – the router. The free version of WebCurfew requires users to manually control each
device’s ability to connect, while the $5-a-month paid version allows them to set a timer for turning that access
on and off. 30% of the users pay for the service.
$445k Techstars

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Devices Management
TapHome [Bratislava, 2012]: Provides smart home solutions in Heating and air conditioning, Lighting and
shades, Access and gates, and Security. Has a mobile app that instantly provides the user with overview and
control of his heating and air conditioning. Users can set temperature of the house as a whole, or separately for
each zone. Has built-in thermostat with wireless valve that enables exact temperature regulation in each room.
Temperature can be adjusted locally, via central tablet, smartphone app, or via automatic programs. Founding
team worked at T-Mobile, Dell, Deloitte, Siemens etc.
$270k
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Devices Management
Senic [Berlin, 2013]: Flow is a programmable, wireless controller for your computer and connected devices. The
ring can be used to automate repetitive tasks such as a series of device inputs or computer/app controls to
provide real world automation. The ring is BLE based, and has capacitive touch and gesture recognition. Has
raised more than $223k on a goal of $100k on Indiegogo.
$240K Y Combinator, Birchmere Ventures
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Devices Management
Dymotics [Madrid, 2012]: Dymotics provides a smartphone application which can be used to manage devices at
home which are connected to the internet. With a single smartphone application user can manage devices using
3G/WiFi or schedule, switch on and off. Using the application, it can automatically trigger some actions based
on he state of other smart connected devices. Dymotics provides a smart hub, which acts like a bridge between
the smart devices at home and the Dymotics platform in the cloud. The device and cloud is available at one time
sale without a subscription fees. The company raised $10k on crowdfunding website Indiegogo, for pre orders of
its hub and smartphone application.
$70k Mola
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Devices Management
Reemo [Minneapolis, 2012]: Reemo (previously playtabase)wristband provides simple to use, gesture control of
home automation devices. The band is easy to setup and by using the wireless receiver and smart-plug, it can
work with standard devices. Compatibility with automation protocols such as OpenHome is currently under
development. Pat of the Microsoft Accelerator in Seattle.
$25k
Microsoft Ventures, Innova Memphis,
Jumpstart Foundry
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Devices Management
Vitrea Smart Home Technologies [Tel Aviv, 2011]: Vitrea has designed and developed a range of home
automation device management hubs for different use cases. Company's VTouch wifi is a connected switch that
can be used to control home lighting, blind controllers using a smartphone app. Company automation hubs can
be integrated with third party solutions like Control 4 to control home devices. VMax is a wired solution to
introduce home automation at the construction stage.

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Devices Management
Centersonic [Wetzlar, 2013]: Centersonic developed a solution using which all smart home applications at home
can be controlled and monitored. User can create scenes and automation at multiple layers. Company was part
of incubated in Wayra accelerator and graduated in 2014.
Wayra
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Devices Management
WeHaus [Buenos Aires, ]: Wehaus, a product by Patagonic labs is a Zigbee-based smart home hub. Hub
connects to the home wifi and creates a ZigBee network in the home. All ZigBee devices can connect to the hub
and be controlled by the users smartphone from a single platform. User can create rule-based automation for
different smart home devices.
NXTP Labs
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Devices Management
Ingenious [Istanbul, 2013]: Ingenious has developed a device using which user can control any appliance in their
home. Ingenious communicates to all these appliances through IR and user can control them via Ingenious using
their smartphone. Company has also developed socket and plugs with IR capabilities to control other appliances
as well. Company is winner of Intel Challenge Turkey 2013.
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Devices Management
Fuse Automation [Orlando, 2014]: Fuse Automation has developed Fuse Connect which is a home automation
hub that connects to connected home devices it is compatible with and allows user to control all of them
through a single platform using a companion app. Fuse Connect is claimed to be coming with voice recognition
feature thus giving user option to voice control different home automation features like light, temperature,
music, security system etc.
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Devices Management
Klug Home [Singapore, ]: Klug Home is a device developed by Intraix which started by developing building
management solutions. Klug Home is a USB shaped smart home hub that connects with other home devices
thus providing one interface for all home devices via Klug's companion app. This will also enable devices to work
with each other. Company has also developed smart thermostats and is also providing connected plugs as part
of its starter kit through its crowdfunding campaign on Indigogo. Where it has raised $8K of a $30K goal with 8
days to go as of mid May 2016.

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Devices Management
Puckily [England, 2015]: Puckily has developed a Puck shaped device that can be used to interconnect all smart
home device and thus giving a common platform to access them all. User can have an overview of all the data
generated by home devices and manage them accordingly.
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Devices Management
P3 Life Automation [Surat, 2013]: Home automation systems. Solutions include home automation, surveillance,
home theater, multi room audio, etc. Their product Venus - Artificial Home Intelligence helps one operate all
electronics devices like ac, lights, etc. in house through 12 interfaces (Voice, Whatsapp, Invisible Switches,
wearable smart watches, Mobile App, Call, True iMAGE, remote, etc.). Based in Surat, Gujarat with dealers in
Ahmedabad and Rajkot as of Jan 2016.
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Devices Management
Lucis [Sunnyvale, 2013]: Lucis Tech is a home automation company, its first product being a connected switch.
Nubryte goes in place of existing switches, where it also acts as a assistant for house. Nubryte automates home
lighting by switching it on and off depending on users behavior and presesnce. Product also has a installed
camera which relays video to users phone. Additionally company also develops LED bulbs.
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Devices Management
Centralink [Taipei, 2014]: Centralink is developing smart home control touch panel for linking camera, wearable
IP device etc and creating rules to automate function. Panel runs on android and is compatible with multiple
standards. Also offers API to develop apps.
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Devices Management
Blaze Automation [North Brunswick, 2006]: Its product B.One is a smart home system that allows users to
remotely control security, ambience and entertainment from a single hub and a mobile app. Offers varioud
products such as audio system, video system and controls for various home appliances. Users can install these
products and control them using a mobile app. Additionally it provides access to a wide range of smart home
recipes. Raised over $100K on kickstarter.

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Devices Management
robomicrobotix [Jaipur, 2008]: RoboMicroBotix offers a hardware product (Plug and Play) which is capable of
changing ambiance (temperature and light) in the user's house according to their desire. Learns with the time.
Recognizes whether user is inside the house or not accordingly saves energy. Sends weekly reports of power
consumption via email. Currently in beta.
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Devices Management
Phynart [Pune, 2014]: Home automation solution. Product U.F.O. can remotely control appliances like air
conditioners, lights, fans, curtains, leds along with presence sensor devices via smartphone app. Claims that
presence sensors can help detect presence and switch on appliances and switch off when there is no presence.
Led light strips dimming and colors can be controlled thus creating ambience. Yet to be launched as of Mar
2016.
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Devices Management
Electrify [Mumbai, 2014]: Electrify is a IoT based smart home technology solution for home automation. It is a
smart device that enable users to monitor the home & provide control over electric appliances through
smartphone or web installed mobile application via WiFi. It aims to create a device to monitor, control & secure
the home from anywhere. They plan to launch the product on Indiegogo for crowdfunding.
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Devices Management
Mino [Laredo, 2015]: Mino is developing technology to connect all smart home devices to a single network and
learn from users behavior. Company is still in prototype phase and is Texas, United States.
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Devices Management
Bigsens [Moscow, 2014]: Bigsens is a smart home hub that is able to connect to a range of home automation
devices like Lifx, Wemo, August to control and connect them.It supports devices on varied protocols like wifi,
zigbee, thread , runs application in docker containers, works on an open architecture and works without a open
cloud. Company is taking preorders as of mid December 2015 for $149 a device.

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Devices Management
Homee [Stuttgart, 2015]: Homee is a module based home device management product. Base unit controls
devices working on wifi. Company provide subsequent units for devices working Enocean, Zwave and Zigbee
thus enabling it to control a large range of home automation products. Device is controlled via smartphone app.
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Devices Management
Symbode [Sydney, 2015]: Symbode is a home automation system that claims to enables everyday tasks more
efficiently through controlling electronic devices in the home with automated triggers and streamlined
interfaces. The Symbode system will consist of a range of products that are able to control home appliances.
Symbode's web app will monitor the power consumption of all connected devices. On its website company
claims to be raising seed funding.
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Devices Management
MyOctopus [Dublin, 2015]: Myoctopus is developing a device management system that has onboard sensors
and automated learning capabilities. Device once installed learns from its environments and manages homes
devices. Device is also offered as DIY to makers for adding or removing sensors.
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Devices Management
Webee LLC [Miami, 2013]: Webee Smart Home Hub recognizes the smart objects around and automatically
connect them allowing control from any mobile device through Webee's app. Smartee hub integrates third
party devices into one control platform. Weebee is retailing its devices on its website.
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Devices Management
Jucebox [Auckland, 2014]: Jucebox is a multi-protocol engine capable of connecting and controlling IoT and
smart devices, building control systems and machines in home, business or social network. Jucebox when
connected to router or network device can connect to smart devices and take control. Jucebox runs on its own
OS. Jucebox claims to be developing its own cloud service,

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Devices Management
Rumy Technologies [Arlington, 2015]: Rumy connects to the smart thermostat letting it know the room
temperature of the room where user is present thus maintaining temperature of only that room instead of the
entire house. Rumy also connects to house lighting and provides control.
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Devices Management
SingleCue [Herzliya, 2014]: SingleCue has been developed by eyeSight Technologies, a leading provider of
gesture recognition technologies to control smart home devices via gestures. It is compatible with a plethora of
products - Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, Comcast, Apple TV etc. Currently it can be used to control TVs, media
streamers, cable & satellite box, with the company planning to expand its capability to all smart home products.
It allows international shipping and comes with a price tag of $199.
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Devices Management
Loxone [Kollerschlag, 2009]: Loxone has developed two device management products Miniserver and
Miniserver Go. Miniserver is ideal in case home automation systems are installed at the time of building house
and Miniserver Go for retrospective fitting. In Miniserver all the home automation modules are integrated and
thus can be intelligently controlled. Miniserver Go works with Loxone extensions placed at different locations.
Symnatec Focus, technical community for Symnatec Customers claims to have found out various design and
implementation flaw in product.
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Devices Management
VCU.TV [Bangalore, 2015]: Smart device to simplify discovery and viewing of videos. Using software built on top
of Android and using hardware to ensure speed and efficiency, the device is designed to support next
generation codecs. Supports 4K UHD, HD Resolution and 3D graphics. The device allows the user to browse
through trending topics delivered to the customers viewing preferences using audio-visual analytics. Also acts as
a single point of reference for smart home connectivity and security cam videos. The team behind the product
has been invited to Alpha at Web Summit 2015, Dublin. Yet to launch.
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Devices Management
Neohome [Aubagne, ]: Neohome is an innovative smart home ecosystem based on gateway solution with home
automation capability and a wide range of home automation devices. Company offers 4 device management
devices for varied customer needs.

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Devices Management
Geeklink [Guangzhou, 2014]: Geeklink is a smart home based product. It has three products, Feedback-switch,
Thinker, Remote Box 3S. Feedback switch is similar to a regular switch. The engineering system has a unified
standard and can be changed at any time. It pairs up with mobile phones to network intelligently. The Remote
Box 3S acts like a smart home network tool. Thinker is a intelligent control host of smart home with routing
function.
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Devices Management
nCube Home [London, 2012]: nCube home is a London based company that has come up with a smart home
hub and an app, to control all smart home devices from a single platform. App allows users to create rule based
automation for different devices. These rules can be shared with friends and family. Hub does not use cloud
servers to store the data instead all the data is stored in device only. As of December 2015, nCube raised 26K
pounds of 25K goal.
Wayra
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Devices Management
Nestdeck [Krakow, 2015]: Nestdeck is a smart home hub that lets user to remotely control and manage
connected products. Nestdeck as of December 2015 is compatible only with Z wave. It also provides user a rule
engine to create their own rule based automation. Also provides a dashboard for real time and historical data
visualization and trend analysis.
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Devices Management
Droplit, Inc. [Melbourne, 2014]: Droplit is a smart home solution that integrates connected devices to create an
expandable secure platform. Device support BLE and Zwave. Hub provides remote control over lighting,
thermostat, speakers, switches and other wireless sensors. Connected product brands compatible are Sonos,
Philips hue, Nest etc.
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Devices Management
Cozify [Espoo, 2013]: Cozify is a wireless smart home hub that connects smart home devices from different
manufacturers. Providing control through the intuitive application. Devices supported are lights. motion
detection, power sockets, timers, notifications etc. Cozify also provides a rule engine to make intuitive drag and
drop rule creation for different devices.

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Devices Management
Mate [Wilmington, 2014]: Mate smart home has developed smart home device management box. It integrates
seamlessly into users home and automatically talks to all the connected devices in the house. Company sells kits
with sensors and Mate smart box.
Home Automation -
Devices Management
Cubilog [Budapest, 2013]: Cubilog, spinoff of Intellisense is a smart home management device connecting to a
variety of home automation device providing greater control over them. Main feature being user can customize
their device i.e. user can select the module with the connectivity protocol they desire. Startup Bootcamp
alumini.
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Home Automation -
Devices Management
Securifi [Taipei, 2011]: Securifi has developed a range of routers which can also act as smart home hub
controlling different connected smart home devices. Securifi offers three routers with two of them aligning with
Zigbee and Zwave protocols for home automation thus able to control compatible devices. As of September
2015 Securifi is taking preorder for these 2.
Home Automation -
Devices Management
Neeo [Solothurn, 2014]: Neeo has developed a central hub, Brain and a remote to control connected devices.
Brain connects over wifi, bluetooth and Z wave to other smart home devices. Connected devices can be
controlled through a remote with touch panel or through users smartphone. Users can also create if this than
that recipes using Neeo. In Feb 2015 Neeo successfully raised $1.5M through crowdfunding on kickstarter.
Home Automation -
Devices Management
Guh [Vienna, 2013]: Guh has developed Tune, a smart home hub compatible with a range of OEMs to network
all the products together. Tune allows user to build their own recipes and share them with other users as well.

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