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Hottest startups you can invest starting from a few hundred euros! 22.08.2024

We reviewed 90+ equity crowdfunding platforms and prepared a list of the hottest (in our opinion) startups you can invest starting from a few hundred euros!

Riple on  Crowdcube

Riple is a news-tech development company on a mission to make news simpler and more engaging for users. Since our launch last year, we have won the ORCA x MBA Ventures NYC Startup Competition and grown our community to over half a million users globally. 

Industry - Media

Rasing - 200,000 GBP

Valuation (pre-money) - 10,800,000 GBP

Company and product stage -AI-powered app delivering news in a short-form to 500K+ global users.

What problem Riple is solving?

In today’s fast-paced world, we notice finding reliable and concise news that aligns with personal interests is challenging, often leading to information overload and distrust in media sources.

Solution

We're leveraging our AI-powered technology to provide tailored, short-form summaries of global news to fit individual user interests, and we have plans to offer a platform for micro-journalists to post content and grow followers, fostering an engaged and interactive community participation.

What is Riple  market potential?

The global digital news market, with millions seeking credible, concise information daily, presents a significant opportunity for growth amid increasing demand for personalised, trustworthy news sources.

bettervest GmbH on Crowdcube

In just 11 years, bettervest has financed 129 sustainable projects across 21 countries, cutting an estimated 2 million+ tons of CO2. As a leading sustainable crowd-investing platform, we connect impactful energy projects with investors. Now we want to grow together. Let´s make the world a better place!

Industry - Investing

Rasing - 200,000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 6,000,000 EUR

What problem bettervest GmbH  is solving?

We are determined to tackle one of the most pressing issues: climate change. At the heart of this mission is the urgent need to reduce CO2 emissions and transition to a sustainable energy future.

Solution

We provide the mechanism to bring much needed finance to fund critical projects that impact the climate and improve the lives of thousands of people. We now want to scale this solution.

What is bettervest GmbH market potential?

In the markets we operate, there is a shortage of funding for small impact projects. There is no shortage of potential projects that meet our criteria

Fishy Filaments on  Crowdcube

We aim to massively improve fishing net recycling in communities around the world. This raise will help us on our route to market with our portfolio of raw materials, including a new nylon powder made from recycled Cornish fishing nets, all based on our PatPending containerised recycling plant

Industry - Fishing 

Rasing - 100,000 GBP

Valuation (pre-money) - 5,165,000 GBP

Company and product stage -Patent Pending recycling system. Containerised and deployable.

What problem Fishy Filaments  is solving?

We believe that by 2030 200,000 tonnes of new nylon monofilament fishing nets will be made every year with 15-20% of those being recycled. The remainder are mostly burned or buried. Some end up back in the ocean.

Solution

The UN says this poor recycling rate is largely due to lack of recycling infrastructure. Our recycling system is designed to meet that need using only water and power, creating a local revenue stream.

What is RFishy Filaments  market potential?

We believe that recycled nylon from nets is estimated to be currently worth ~£300m The same nylon when upgraded can be worth >£1.5bn Our recycling system can enable that upgrade

imabi on  Seedrs

imabi is the predictive safeguarding and wellness platform keeping you and your loved ones safe & healthy

Rasing -   175,0020 GBP 

Valuation (pre-money) - 6,000,,000 GBP

Company and product stage - We have a 100% renewal rate, and a total of 297,336 downloads since we launched 22 months ago.

What problem imabi is solving?

Through our award-winning platform, we are developing features such as real-time, location-specific insights to help users make safer, more informed decisions. Through predictive intelligence and advanced algorithms, we are working on developing our pioneering technology to predict risks and provide proactive alerts that cater to the unique needs and lifestyles of users.

Real-time insights are supplemented by curated guidance from trusted sources, with users able to provide reports and feedback that drive informed, data-led decision-making.

PERIOTRAP  on  Companisto

First BioTech deal on Companisto: Fraunhofer spin-off develops globally unique active ingredient against periodontal disease.

Targeted total return -  507  % (Targeted time to exit 4.0  years)

Industry - HealthTech

Rasing - 2,600,000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 4,670,000 EUR 

Company and product stage - From €200,000 in 2021 to €1.4 million in 2023, with a planned increase to €3 million in 2024.

What problem PERIOTRAP is solving?

PerioTrap is a Fraunhofer Biotech spin-off and develops NEW ACTIVE INGREDIENTS for gum care.

What is PERIOTRAP market potential?

The oral care market is a highly consolidated market that urgently needs new products and technologies so that individualmanufacturers can secure a competitive advantage through clear differentiation features. To date, probiotics have beenused to address the microbiotic aspects of the disease. However, there have only been a few studies on the benefits ofprobiotics with regard to periodontal disease, so far no advantage can be derived for the use of probiotics. Nevertheless,many probiotics are on the market: the global oral and dental probiotics market is estimated at USD 2.67 billion in 2021and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 7.7% during the forecast period, reaching USD 4.16 billion by 2027.

Springa on CrowdFundMe                

Portable and autonomous robot capable of milling large surfaces and panels, with the aim of improving the work of artisans, carpenters, professionals and makers!

Industry - Manufacturing 

Rasing - 500,0000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) -5,000,000

Company and product stage -1,000 pieces produced to date (updated June 2024)

Project and business model description

The robot, called Goliath CNC, can mill wood, plastic, composite and soft metal panels. The type of projects that can be created is limitless, ranging from furniture elements (stools, chairs, tables) to theater sets and installations (for both fairs and private events).

Questo on  Seedblink

Real-world experiences, powered by walking

Rasing - 630.000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 6.300.000 EUR 

What problem Questo is solving?

With Questo, people go out and take on real-world experiences. To play, one must download the app, choose a quest, then go to the starting point and start playing the game by following clues and solving puzzles. For each puzzle solved, players are rewarded with stories and points.

What is Questo market potential?

Our market is a mix of different verticals that have the real world as a common denominator. We estimate that the overall market for real-world experiences will grow to more than $200 bn. in the next 5 years, following the increasing trend towards IRL experiences, fitness, walking, events, and more. As a reference, the market for guided tours alone totals $60bn/year, while Pokemon GO does $1bn in revenue/year.

FIELDKAIRED on Spreds 

Farmers do not live, they survive. Caught in administrative maze, constrained by restrictive laws and insufficient aid, they find themselves without a concrete solution.

Industry - Fintech

Rasing - 500,000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 2,500,000 EUR

What problem FIELDKAIRED is solving?

Unlike traditional accounting applications, Ceres Finance for farmers has been designed as a complete solution adapted to the realities of the field. The application integrates specific functionalities that meet the precise needs of farmers, thus transforming complex and cumbersome tasks (such as invoicing or the production of management reports) into simple and pleasant processes.

mo-jet on Fundernation

We are revolutionizing electric mobility on the water

Targeted total return -  2,86 - 3,85 x

Industry - Transportation

Rasing -  1.500.000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 9.000.000 EUR 

What problem mo-jet is solving?

We solve this problem with our  patented technology platform , which can be used to put together any small water sports device imaginable. Our modular watercraft are the only ones on the market that think about performance and environmental protection together and seamlessly integrate them . They are extremely agile, flexible in use and accelerate immensely thanks to extremely fast-charging batteries that supply the electric drive with energy and make it the most powerful in its class.

What is mo-jet  market potential?

Companies in this market segment alone, such as Lift Foil or Flite Foil, sold around 15,000 foil boards worldwide in 2022 with total sales of around EUR 150 million. The further potential is therefore gigantic .

NeedSteel on WeAreStarting

On needsteel.com, the most innovative steel portal in Europe, supply and demand meet, optimizing an entire business sector.

Industry - Commodities 

Rasing -  100.000 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 3.571.428,57 EUR 

What problem NeedSteel is solving?

NeedSteel is an innovative start-up that facilitates communication between suppliers and buyers in the steel and semi-finished metal sector . The company stands out for its unique approach, which reduces negotiation times between parties thanks to the platform it has developed and which bears the company's name.

Bazzum on  Accumeo

Bazzum introduces a new platform for recruitment that streamlines the matching process through advanced technology and psychometric assessments.

Industry - HRtech

Rasing - SEK 700,000

Pre-money valuation: 20 000 000 SEK

What problem Bazzum  is solving?

Bazzum, the new player in global recruitment. Bazzum is revolutionizing the labor market by easily matching job seekers with vacancies, not only based on education and experience, but based on personal characteristics, problem solving skills, motivation, interest and values. Bazzum's fully automated platform is based on cutting-edge technology and psychometric methods and saves valuable time and resources for both candidates and employers. Help us transform recruitment into a simple, efficient and tailored experience for everyone.

Fasciaklinikerna on  Pepins

Helps people feel better through innovative treatment with patented equipment.

Industry - MedTech

Rasing - 5.0 - 15.0 MSEK

Valuation (pre-money) - 15,000,000 GBP

Why invest in Fasciaklinikerna?

Activity that helps people feel better. Thousands of people come to us every month to improve posture and balance, increase mobility and relaxation, while learning to manage stress and discovering how to improve their lifestyle.

Unique and proven fascia treatment with patented equipment and methodology based on science and proven experience.

Proof of concept: Fully developed concept with demonstrated profitability and growth from SEK 1.7 million to SEK 17 million in two years during a recession.

Blue Ocean strategy with the potential to become the world leader in Fascia treatment – an exponentially growing international niche.

Our ambition has always been to become a unicorn, the next big Swedish export success, and we continue to take steps in the right direction. But it's a long journey, we will need all the help we can get – and now we are looking for you to join us!

Turf Gamechanger Oy on CrowdedHero

Turf Gamechanger - The future of golf course maintenance

Industry - Sports 

Rasing - 400,000.00 EUR

Valuation (pre-money) - 5,000,000 EUR

About the project 

Turf Gamechanger is on a mission to revolutionize golf course maintenance with cutting-edge technology. The company's strategy began with a premium product line, and it is now eager to expand to broader markets. Turf Gamechanger's unique product assortment is setting new standards in turf care efficiency and environmental sustainability. With smart machines ready for mass production, the company's products are poised for global recognition.

Padures muiža on CrowdedHero

Become a part of Padure manor – help us to renovate it!

Industry - Hospitality 

Rasing - 180,000.00 EUR

About the project 

Have you ever imagined owning a manor and being part of its restoration? Have you dreamed of hosting concerts and exhibitions at your manor, always having a place to retreat and relax? Have you pictured a manor where you could invite all your relatives and friends, with ample space for everyone?

If this is your dream, read on! My name is Jānis Lazdāns, and I am the owner of Padure Manor. Sixteen years ago, the beauty of Padure Manor first captivated me, and since 2015, I have been actively involved in its restoration. Over the past few years, I have invested a great deal of energy, work, time, and care in the manor, including organizing tours, events, concerts, and hosting guests. Padure Manor has become a delightful place for visitors and has gained recognition among creative personalities thanks to its unique exhibitions and inspiring atmosphere.

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