# Phonic

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

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Foster City, US
- Website: www.phonic.ai
- Total disclosed funding: $30M
- Latest round: Series A (Oct 30, 2026)
- Investors on record: 10

## About

Phonic Inc., based in the US, specializes in software solutions for voice and video surveys, enhancing qualitative and quantitative research methodologies for various sectors.Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Foster City, US, Phonic Inc. provides a software platform that facilitates innovative voice and video surveys. The company has completed 3 funding deals, with the latest round of funding occurring on April 3, 2025, where they raised USD 4.00 mn from Lux Capital and other investors. The founder, Robert Fairbairn, has a history of entrepreneurial ventures in the tech industry.Phonic offers a comprehensive solution for conducting voice and video surveys, aimed at improving both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Their platform enables the creation of dynamic surveys with over 20 question types and incorporates audio and video feedback for enhanced insights compared to traditional text-only responses. Key features include automatic transcription, multi-modal sentiment analysis, and an intuitive video editing tool for efficient data management. The platform serves researchers, marketers, and organizations globally, including those in market research, consumer behavior analysis, and user experience studies, particularly useful in remote research scenarios.Phonic's revenue model is primarily subscription-based, allowing clients to gain access to the survey platform and its various features. The company provides different pricing plans tailored for individual researchers, academic institutions, and corporate clients, with options for varying levels of access and usage. Direct transactions occur between Phonic and its clients, focusing on a direct-to-consumer approach. Their offerings include both standard and premium services, featuring advanced analytics tools and video editing capabilities as essential components of their value proposition.In April 2025, Phonic Inc. raised USD 4.00 mn in venture funding from Lux Capital to advance their end-to-end speech-to-speech platform for reliable voice agents. The funding will support the development of new products aimed at enhancing their existing services. Additionally, the company plans to expand into new geographic regions, focusing on markets where remote research is essential, enhancing their reach in the coming years.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Oct 30, 2026, $28M — First Round Capital, Definition Capital, Essence VC, Felicis, Lux Capital
- Seed, Feb 12, 2021, $2.2M — Romulus Capital, Y Combinator, Tola Capital, Zillionize Angel, Supernode Global

## Investors

- Romulus Capital — Seed
- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed
- Tola Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/tola-capital) — Seed
- Zillionize Angel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/zillionize-angel) — Seed
- Supernode Global (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/supernode-global) — Seed
- First Round Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/first-round-capital) — Series A
- Definition Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/definition-capital) — Series A
- Essence VC (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/essence-vc) — Series A
- Felicis — Series A
- Lux Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lux-capital) — Series A