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Retail startups in the United States

181 retail startups in the United States have raised money in rounds we track. These are the 50 that have raised the most, $6.4B between them, with New York the most common home.

$6.4Braised by these 50
181on our record in all
New Yorkmost common home
Synergy Equipmentraised the most
  1. 1Synergy EquipmentAt Synergy Equipment, our customers are our equipment partners.

    At Synergy Equipment, our customers are our equipment partners.

    Founded 2012Tampa, United States$1.1Blast round Dec 2025
  2. 2The WharfThe Wharf is a waterfront neighborhood in DC with restaurants, shops, hotels, residential spaces, and a marina.

    The Wharf is a waterfront neighborhood in DC with restaurants, shops, hotels, residential spaces, and a marina.

    Founded -Washington, United States$1.1Blast round Jun 2025
  3. 3WhatnotWhatnot is a live stream platform and marketplace that enables collectors and enthusiasts to connect, buy, and sell verified products.

    Whatnot is a live stream platform and marketplace that enables collectors and enthusiasts to connect, buy, and sell verified products.

    Founded 2019Los Angeles, United States$1.0Blast round Aug 2026
  4. 4QuinceQuince is an online luxury essentials brand based in San Francisco.

    Quince is an online luxury essentials brand based in San Francisco.

    Founded 2018San Francisco, United States$700Mlast round Mar 2026
  5. 5RADARFounded -United States$269Mlast round May 2026
  6. 6One Kings LaneOne Kings Lane is an e-commerce platform that offers members access to designer home décor, furnishings, accessories, and gifts.

    One Kings Lane is an e-commerce platform that offers members access to designer home décor, furnishings, accessories, and gifts.

    Founded 2009New York, United States$225Mlast round Aug 2014
  7. 7Cart.comCart.com is a technology company based in Houston, Texas, that offers a comprehensive platform for e-commerce, logistics, fulfillment, marketing, and analytics.

    Cart.com is a technology company based in Houston, Texas, that offers a comprehensive platform for e-commerce, logistics, fulfillment, marketing, and analytics.

    Founded 2020Houston, United States$180Mlast round Mar 2026
  8. 8zulilyThe only purple that saves you money.

    The only purple that saves you money.

    Founded 2009Salt Lake City, United States$139Mlast round Nov 2012
  9. 9BonobosBonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model.

    Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model.

    Founded 2007New York, United States$128Mlast round Jul 2014
  10. 10AltaInvest or sell private companies, funds and alternative assets with Alta, Southeast Asia’s largest marketplace for alternative assets, licensed and regulated by MAS.

    Invest or sell private companies, funds and alternative assets with Alta, Southeast Asia’s largest marketplace for alternative assets, licensed and regulated by MAS.

    Founded -United States$116Mlast round Nov 2026
  11. 11ZoomSystemsZoomSystems develops and operates an automated retail platform for retailers and brands.

    ZoomSystems develops and operates an automated retail platform for retailers and brands.

    Founded 2001San Francisco, United States$87Mlast round Jan 2010
  12. 12ModClothModCloth is an online clothing, accessories, and decor retailer that aims to provide an engaging shopping atmosphere for the user.

    ModCloth is an online clothing, accessories, and decor retailer that aims to provide an engaging shopping atmosphere for the user.

    Founded 2002Los Angeles, United States$79Mlast round Jun 2015
  13. 13KevelKevel, Inc.

    Kevel, Inc.

    Founded 2010Durham, United States$75Mlast round Oct 2026
  14. 14AugmodoAugmodo is a Seattle-based spatial AI company founded in 2023, specializing in real-time inventory and task tracking for the retail industry.

    Augmodo is a Seattle-based spatial AI company founded in 2023, specializing in real-time inventory and task tracking for the retail industry.

    Founded -Seattle, United States$59Mlast round Aug 2026
  15. 15TotsyTotsy is an e-commerce platform selling prenatal care products and top brands for moms, babies and children.

    Totsy is an e-commerce platform selling prenatal care products and top brands for moms, babies and children.

    Founded 2009New York, United States$58Mlast round Dec 2012
  16. 16Evergreen EnterprisesEvergreen Enterprises is the world leader in wholesale design, production, and distribution of fine home furnishings, home & garden,

    Evergreen Enterprises is the world leader in wholesale design, production, and distribution of fine home furnishings, home & garden,

    Founded 1993Richmond, United States$55Mlast round Jan 2014
  17. 17Choxi.com Inc.Choxi.com Inc.

    Choxi.com Inc.

    Founded 2010New York, United States$52Mlast round Oct 2013
  18. 18DrybarDrybar is a retail chain exclusively for blow-drying hair for a reduced price compared to traditional salons.

    Drybar is a retail chain exclusively for blow-drying hair for a reduced price compared to traditional salons.

    Founded 2009Irvine, United States$51Mlast round Jun 2014
  19. 19Blue NileWHY CHOOSE BLUE NILE?

    WHY CHOOSE BLUE NILE?

    Founded -New York, United States$49Mlast round Jul 2001
  20. 20GlimpseFounded -United States$45Mlast round Apr 2026
  21. 21MunchkinMunchkin is an online store selling products for parents, babies and pets.

    Munchkin is an online store selling products for parents, babies and pets.

    Founded 1991Van Nuys, United States$45Mlast round Apr 2010
  22. 22JoyusJoyus is a startup that aims to enhance the online shopping experience by helping shoppers discover goods through short-form videos.

    Joyus is a startup that aims to enhance the online shopping experience by helping shoppers discover goods through short-form videos.

    Founded 2011Venice, United States$43Mlast round Jun 2015
  23. 23PirchPIRCH is a retail concept that specializes in premium lifestyle products for the home.

    PIRCH is a retail concept that specializes in premium lifestyle products for the home.

    Founded 2010Oceanside, United States$42Mlast round Nov 2014
  24. 24RundooRundoo is an AI-first business management platform founded in 2021, based in Redwood City, California.

    Rundoo is an AI-first business management platform founded in 2021, based in Redwood City, California.

    Founded 2022Redwood City, United States$41Mlast round Aug 2026
  25. 25SaySoSayso is a communication accessibility platform that improves speech intelligibility for humans and machines alike.

    Sayso is a communication accessibility platform that improves speech intelligibility for humans and machines alike.

    Founded 2020United States$40Mlast round Mar 2025
  26. 26Spectra ServicesFounded -United States$36Mlast round Jan 2018
  27. 27Jones StephensJones Stephens is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of specialty rough plumbing products, based in Moody, Alabama.

    Jones Stephens is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of specialty rough plumbing products, based in Moody, Alabama.

    Founded 1993Moody, United States$35Mlast round Nov 2003
  28. 28CanalsCanals is a privately held enterprise software company founded in 2022 and based in Coral Gables, Florida.

    Canals is a privately held enterprise software company founded in 2022 and based in Coral Gables, Florida.

    Founded -Coral Gables, United States$35Mlast round May 2026
  29. 29AfreshAfresh is an AI-powered grocery technology company founded in 2017, based in San Francisco, California.

    Afresh is an AI-powered grocery technology company founded in 2017, based in San Francisco, California.

    Founded 2017San Francisco, United States$34Mlast round Apr 2026
  30. 30ButterButter is a video platform built to make online meetings and workshops flow as smoothly as butter.

    Butter is a video platform built to make online meetings and workshops flow as smoothly as butter.

    Founded 2020United States$31Mlast round Jan 2023
  31. 31Queen OneQueen One develops a digital commerce experience platform for immersive brand storytelling and product interaction.

    Queen One develops a digital commerce experience platform for immersive brand storytelling and product interaction.

    Founded -New York, United States$31Mlast round Aug 2026
  32. 32Philz CoffeePhilz is a third wave coffee shop chain with locations primarily in the Bay Area.

    Philz is a third wave coffee shop chain with locations primarily in the Bay Area.

    Founded 2003San Francisco, United States$30Mlast round Feb 2015
  33. 33ScotchScotch is a Denver-based software startup founded in 2024, focused on providing an all-in-one operating system tailored for liquor retailers.

    Scotch is a Denver-based software startup founded in 2024, focused on providing an all-in-one operating system tailored for liquor retailers.

    Founded 2024Denver, United States$30Mlast round Jun 2026
  34. 34SimbeSimbe Robotics is a leader in retail shelf digitization and store intelligence, offering autonomous solutions that provide real-time visibility into shelves, pr

    Simbe Robotics is a leader in retail shelf digitization and store intelligence, offering autonomous solutions that provide real-time visibility into shelves, pr

    Founded 2014South San Francisco, United States$26Mlast round Sept 2019
  35. 35Neighborhood GoodsNeighborhood Goods is a department store that features the landscape of the world’s brands, products, and concepts.

    Neighborhood Goods is a department store that features the landscape of the world’s brands, products, and concepts.

    Founded 2017Dallas, United States$26Mlast round Sept 2019
  36. 36NeatoNeato® is an e-commerce accelerator based in Las Vegas, Nevada, founded in 2017.

    Neato® is an e-commerce accelerator based in Las Vegas, Nevada, founded in 2017.

    Founded 2017Las Vegas, United States$25Mlast round May 2026
  37. 37QsicFounded -United States$25Mlast round Jan 2025
  38. 38Escape PlanEscape Plan is a Bengaluru-based travel accessories platform founded in 2025 by Abhinav Pathak and Abhinav Zutshi.

    Escape Plan is a Bengaluru-based travel accessories platform founded in 2025 by Abhinav Pathak and Abhinav Zutshi.

    Founded -Chicago, United States$25Mlast round Jan 2026
  39. 39BlueflyBluefly is the original online fashion retailer.

    Bluefly is the original online fashion retailer.

    Founded 1998Miami Beach, United States$25Mlast round Feb 2014
  40. 40Invent AnalyticsInvent Analytics is a provider of AI-based inventory and pricing optimization solutions for retailers and FMCG companies.

    Invent Analytics is a provider of AI-based inventory and pricing optimization solutions for retailers and FMCG companies.

    Founded 2013AI for Inventory, Merchandising, and Pricing, United States$25Mlast round Apr 2024
  41. 41SantéSanté is a technology company based in New York that specializes in developing an AI-powered point-of-sale (POS) operating system tailored for liquor stores, sp

    Santé is a technology company based in New York that specializes in developing an AI-powered point-of-sale (POS) operating system tailored for liquor stores, sp

    Founded 2023New York, United States$23Mlast round Oct 2026
  42. 42HayneedleHayneedle is an online retail company that offers home and lifestyle products.

    Hayneedle is an online retail company that offers home and lifestyle products.

    Founded 2002Omaha, United States$22Mlast round Sept 2014
  43. 43Rue La LaRue La La is a members only e-commerce platform to shop for fashion, footwear, personal products and accessories.

    Rue La La is a members only e-commerce platform to shop for fashion, footwear, personal products and accessories.

    Founded 2007Boston, United States$22Mlast round Jan 2012
  44. 44Peek KidsPeek Kids is a premium children’s apparel brand founded in 2006, specializing in unique and stylish clothing for girls, boys, and babies aged 0–14.

    Peek Kids is a premium children’s apparel brand founded in 2006, specializing in unique and stylish clothing for girls, boys, and babies aged 0–14.

    Founded 2006San Francisco, United States$20Mlast round May 2015
  45. 45Bag Borrow or StealBag Borrow or Steal is an innovative online boutique where women & men borrow, collect, and share luxury accessories.

    Bag Borrow or Steal is an innovative online boutique where women & men borrow, collect, and share luxury accessories.

    Founded 2004Seattle, United States$20Mlast round Jul 2011
  46. 46Nova FarmsNova Farms is a multifaceted cannabis company that delivers quality flower, concentrate, and edible products accessible.

    Nova Farms is a multifaceted cannabis company that delivers quality flower, concentrate, and edible products accessible.

    Founded 2017Attleboro, United States$20Mlast round Apr 2024
  47. 47ShelfbucksShelfbucks offers a digital in-store tool and platform that enables users to interact with products on retail shelves via smartphones.

    Shelfbucks offers a digital in-store tool and platform that enables users to interact with products on retail shelves via smartphones.

    Founded 2013Austin, United States$20Mlast round Jan 2018
  48. 48RemarkRemark is a Boston-based retail technology company founded in 2020.

    Remark is a Boston-based retail technology company founded in 2020.

    Founded -Boston, United States$18Mlast round Jul 2025
  49. 49Touch of ModernTouch of Modern, also known as ToMo, is a members-only e-commerce platform and mobile app that launched in March 2012.

    Touch of Modern, also known as ToMo, is a members-only e-commerce platform and mobile app that launched in March 2012.

    Founded 2012San Francisco, United States$17Mlast round Jun 2014
  50. 50Violet GreyVIOLET GREY is an e-commerce beauty company focused on makeup recommendations, reviews, and information.

    VIOLET GREY is an e-commerce beauty company focused on makeup recommendations, reviews, and information.

    Founded 2012Los Angeles, United States$16Mlast round Jun 2015
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