# Kolibree

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kolibree

- Industry: Consumer Products
- Headquarters: Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
- Website: www.kolibree.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Jun 29, 2016)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

Kolibree is a French company specializing in innovative oral care solutions, primarily through smart electric toothbrushes that enhance dental hygiene via advanced technology.Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, Kolibree develops smart oral care products. The company pivoted towards creating connected solutions aimed at improving users' brushing habits. Notably, in January 2016, Kolibree raised EUR 1.20 million in Series A funding, led by investors including SEB Alliance and Cap Horn, reaching a total amount raised of EUR 1.20 million. The company has completed four deals, with the most recent deal concluded on June 29, 2016. The founder's details are not explicitly mentioned, indicating a focus on the company's products and technology rather than personal founder history.Kolibree specializes in smart and connected oral care solutions, with a primary focus on their innovative electric toothbrushes that incorporate advanced technologies to enhance dental hygiene practices. The company’s flagship offerings include the hum smart toothbrush, which provides real-time guidance, timing, and reminders to users, encouraging improved brushing habits for cleaner smiles. Additionally, Kolibree has developed specialized products such as the Magik toothbrush, designed for children, which utilizes Augmented Reality to make brushing fun and engaging. The toothbrushes are supported by proprietary artificial intelligence that analyzes brushing patterns, offering personalized feedback and recommendations. Kolibree's user base includes both adults and children, and their products are available in various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and Asia, through partnerships with prominent retailers and insurance providers.Kolibree's revenue model is primarily driven by direct-to-consumer sales and partnerships with leading retail brands such as Colgate. The company has established licensing agreements that allow for the distribution of its technology in branded toothbrushes, enhancing its market reach. Transactions typically occur through sales of individual products, with features such as smart toothbrushes being marketed at a premium due to their advanced functionalities. For example, flagship products like the hum and Magik toothbrushes are part of the offering and contribute significantly to the overall revenue stream. The company also leverages collaborations with dental professionals and academic organizations, thereby creating additional avenues for sales and fostering a community focused on preventative dental health.Kolibree aims to expand its product line with upcoming innovations and enhancements to existing offerings. Recent funding from the Series A round will support the development of new products and expand its market presence. The company is particularly interested in penetrating new geographical regions, with a focus on increasing its footprint in North America and Asia by 2025. The funding obtained in January 2016 will facilitate these initiatives, allowing Kolibree to scale its operations and enhance its product development efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Jun 29, 2016, $1.3M — Innovacom, Cap Horn, SEB Alliance
- Series A, Jun 26, 2015, $2.4M — Innovacom, Cap Horn, SEB Alliance, the Dental Investment Group for Health

## Investors

- Innovacom (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/innovacom) — Series A
- Cap Horn (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/cap-horn) — Series A
- SEB Alliance (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/seb-alliance) — Series A
- the Dental Investment Group for Health — Series A