Best Startup
This article showcases our top picks for the best Massachusetts based Hardware companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Hardware industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
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Top Massachusetts Hardware Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
Starry
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Starry is an internet company that creates easy-to-use Wi-Fi products and radical ways to get Internet service.
Boston Dynamics
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Boston Dynamics is an engineering company that specializes in building dynamic robots and software for human simulation.
Sense
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Sense specializes in developing and distributing tracking devices and home automation solutions for its customers.
Vesper
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Vesper is an electrical and electronic manufacturing company that specializes in microphones, piezoelectric, and audio.
Formlabs
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Formlabs develops accessible 3D fabrication systems designed for printing intricate figures.
Markforged
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Markforged is a manufacturing company that invents a new 3D printing process to build parts with the strength of Continuous Carbon Fiber.
Bose
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Bose is is a research company that develops sound solutions for entertainment, home audio, aviation, and automotive industries.
Lightmatter
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Lightmatter uses light to create photonic compute chips specialized for AI.
Superpedestrian
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Superpedestrian is a venture-backed company developing lightweight electric vehicles with integrated online platforms.
Owl Labs
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Owl Labs builds cutting-edge technology that creates deeply immersive collaborative experiences.
Ori
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Ori is a smart space company that designs multi-functional, robotic-powered interior solutions.
Nanoramic Laboratories
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Nanoramic Laboratories is a materials solutions innovator and energy storage technology company.
Blink
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Blink is a company that provides Wi-Fi home security cameras.
Bevi
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Bevi is a smart water dispenser that customizes flavored and sparkling beverages on demand.
Volta Networks
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Volta Networks delivers a cloud-native routing engine to reduce network control and management complexities.
Accion Systems
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Accion Systems provides in-space propulsion systems for satellites based on proprietary technology developed at MIT.
Medrobotics
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Medrobotics is a medical robotics company developing and commercializing the Flex Robotic System.
Skynet Labs
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Skynet is an open protocol for hosting data and web applications on the decentralized web.
Hedron
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Hedron is a satellite communications company based out of Boston that is leveraging hybrid RF-laser communications technology.
Eversound
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Eversound is an engagement amplifying tool helping senior living communities combat social isolation.
908 Devices
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908devices manufactures battery-operated, hand-held chemical detection tools used in mass spectrometry.
BetterLesson
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BetterLesson is focused on aggregating and scaling the most innovative content and practices from high-performing teachers.
BrainCo
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BrainCo strives to apply brain machine interface (BMI) and neurofeedback training to optimize the potential of the human brain.
Savant Systems
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Savant Systems, designs, develops and manufactures a complete suite of integrated solutions for home automation systems.
GreatHorn
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GreatHorn provides protection for cloud email systems, via advanced threat detection, automated defense, and integrated incident response.
Nantero
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Nantero is a next-generation memory technology that, packs massive amounts of storage and is nonvolatile.
Benu Networks
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Benu Networks is a leading software and solutions provider, simplifying the industry’s most complex edge networks.
LeMaitre Vascular
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LeMaitre Vascular develops, manufactures, and markets medical devices and implants for the treatment of peripheral vascular diseases.
ExaGrid Systems
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ExaGrid Systems offers disk-based data de-duplication backup solutions and systems for information technology companies.
Native Voice
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Native Voice is a software SDK for audio device manufacturers to integrate their SDK to create the next generation of listening devices.
Clear Ballot Group, Inc.
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Clear Ballot revolutionizes the GovTech space with modern solutions for voting, absentee, and audit systems.
Lumicell
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Lumicell is a biotechnology company that develops and markets image-guided cancer surgery solutions.
Foundation Devices
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Foundation Devices builds the open hardware foundation for Bitcoin and the sovereign Internet.
Persimmon Technologies
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Persimmon Technologies manufactures atmospheric and vacuum robotics, vacuum modules, and automation systems.
Impact Biosystems
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Impact Biosystems is a developer and creator of adaptive hardware and software solutions for people in the health and fitness space.
WOO Sports
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WOO allows action sports athletes to measure their performance, share results, and compete against their peers.
Lantos Technologies
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Lantos Technologies makes the only FDA-cleared 3D ear scanning system that enables custom, in-ear products
GreenSight
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GreenSight is building the scaleable, enterprise platform for low altitude aerial intelligence.
Bounce Imaging
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Throwable omnidirectional/360 cameras for first responders
BMF Precision
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BMF Precision is a micro-scale 3D printing system manufacturer.
LiquidStack
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LiquidStack is the world’s largest liquid cooling provider for hyperscale, edge and high performance computing.
Sync Computing
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Sync Computing is a developer of an optimization processing unit designed to eliminate some of society’s profound problems.
Hamilton Thorne
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Hamilton Thorne offers advanced laser systems for in-vitro cell applications in the regenerative medicine research and fertility markets.
Atlas5D
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Atlas5D is a leader in creating solutions to help people with reduced mobility live better and richer lives.
Aila Technologies
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Aila Technologies connects shoppers to retailers through its In-Store Tablet Systems which includes information kiosks.
LabMinds
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Solution Preparation via Automation – The Revo ® solution preparation system utilizes robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning
iRobot
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iRobot is an American technology company that designs and builds behavior-based AI robots.
Rivetz
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Rivetz is a developer of a hardware-based cyber-security system used to offer a simplified approach to cybersecurity.
SciAps
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SciAps offers field-hardened and portable analytical instruments that measures compounds, minerals, and elements.
Caliber Imaging & Diagnostics
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Caliber Imaging & Diagnostics is a medical technologies company that designs, develops, and markets innovative imaging solutions.
Wyebot
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Wyebot proactively analyzes WiFi networks, identifying and solving problems before they cause damaging downtime.
Jabra
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Jabra is a global producer of innovative headset and speakerphone solutions.
Ascent AeroSystems
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Compact, rugged drones for mission-critical operations in the harshest environments
PerkinElmer
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PerkinElmer is a global leader focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment.
ArthroMeda
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ArthroMeda is a patent-protected sensor-based navigation system for hip arthroplasty surgery.
Cambridge Mechatronics
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Cambridge Mechatronics (CML) is a high technology design and engineering company based in Cambridge, UK.
Remote Sensing Solutions
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Remote Sensing Solutions provides hardware, firmware, software reconfigurable solution to digital subsystem applications.
ITeam
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iTeam is a SaaP-based solution that optimizes the packaging and delivery of IT, and audio and video installation services.
NuPhy
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NuPhy is a wireless mechanical keyboard that fits perfectly with your macBook, surface, iPad and mobile devices.
Xtalic
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Xtalic offers nanostructured metal coatings that provide corrosion resistance and wear resistance across a wide range of applications.
BeON Home
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BeON Home uses the power and ubiquity of the light socket to provide safety and security in the home.
Ab Initio
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Ab Initio is a software platform providing high-volume data processing systems and enterprise application integration for businesses.
Dynamo Micropower
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Dynamo Micropower develops a turbine based power solution (50HP) for the oilfield that provides grid-like power quality while saving money.
Qleek
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Qleek is a sleek wooden hardware product that provides digital content in a tangible form.
Squadle
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Squadle’s digital checklists allow multi-unit operators to simplify complex operations and streamline food safety compliance.
Isabella Products
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Isabella Products is a mobile device company that develops a family of connected wireless products.
NetClarity
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NetClarity is a provider of next-generation network access control (NAC) technology and products.
Bluespec
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Bluespec develops electronic design synthesis tool sets for integrated circuits and field programmable gate arrays.
Bay Communications
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Bay Communications is a wireless communication infrastructure company provides solution to wireless infrastructure needs.
Sensata Technologies
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Sensata Technologies engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of sensors and electronic controls.
Intact Medical
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Intact Medical develops and markets minimally invasive systems for diagnostic and therapeutic applications for cancer.
Silicon:SAFE
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Silicon:SAFE develops impenetrable network storage solutions in hardware that prevent bulk theft of sensitive data.
Bringrr Systems, LLC
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Never Drive Away WIthout Your Phone or Things Again
ARC Technologies
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ARC Technologies offers a complete range of absorber products.
Stratus Technologies
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Stratus delivers the world’s only proactive availability guarantee for the platforms that run the most vital functions of commerce,
E Ink
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E Ink manufactures a type of electronic paper based on research started at the MIT Media Lab.
HeartWare International
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HeartWare International develops and manufactures small implantable heart pumps or VAD for the treatment of advanced heart failure in US.
TelAztec
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TelAztec is a manufacturer of surface relief microstructures that manipulate light.
Pluromed
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Pluromed develops and markets disposable medical devices based on reverse thermosensitive polymer technology.
Argus
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Development of hardware and software for monitoring the status of power
NxStage Medical
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NxStage Medical, Inc. (NxStage) is a medical device company that develops, manufactures and markets products for the treatment of kidney
en-Gauge
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en-Gauge produces monitoring solutions for safety equipment, including fire extinguishers, oxygen tanks, and patient defibrillators.
UNICOM Engineering Inc
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UNICOM Engineering develops and sells innovative appliances that leverage industry expertise and technical excellence.
Microline Surgical
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Microline Surgical is a medical device company that offers surgical instruments and solutions.
L-1 Identity Solutions
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L-1 Identity Solutions, Inc. (L-1) is a provider of technology, products, systems and solutions, and services that protect and secure
Pixtronix
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Pixtronix is a technology company that develops display technologies optimized for multimedia devices.
Harbour Networks Holdings
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Harbour Networks Holdings provides internet protocol-based networking equipment and services management software for varied industries.
Mixfit
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The first real-time delivery system for personalized nutrition via hardware, software, and formulation innovation.
Picomart
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The first ever autonomous grocery kiosk conveniently located in apartment lobbies.
Mintera
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Mintera Corporation develops and markets high speed optical transmission systems.
Nexx Systems
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NEXX Systems provides processing systems and technologies for wafer-level packaging applications.
Aries Systems Corporation
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Aries Systems Corporation is a computer software company offering peer review and production services.
Permabit Technology Corporation
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Permabit is the leading data reduction supplier to clouds – public and hybrid and infrastructure OEMs.
Ambient Corporation
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Ambient Corporation is engaged in the design, development, and delivery of smart grid communications equipment, technologies, and services.
Mimoco
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Mimoco is engaged in the development of the flagship collection of MIMOBOT® designer USB flash drives.
