Best IoT & Sensors Companies & Apps (2026)
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Top 60 IoT & Sensors companies & apps, ranked
Ranked by disclosed funding, growth signals and traction. Updated September 2026.
ADT85Home SecurityBoca Raton, United States$9.6BHome security, smart home automation, and alarm monitoring services.
Think Silicon85AI ChipGreeceFabless semiconductor company designing and licensing graphics IP for embedded systems.
- REReliance Jio85TelecommunicationsMumbai, India$5.7B
Reliance Jio is India's largest telecom operator, providing 4G/5G mobile, broadband, and digital services to over 470 million subscribers.
Cisco83Internet of Things (IoT)San Jose, United States$220.0BTechnology infrastructure and networking company providing enterprise solutions
Broadcom83SemiconductorsPalo Alto, United States$143.6BBroadcom is a global technology leader designing, developing, and supplying semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions.
Cloudflare79Enterprise$2.2BCloud infrastructure platform providing CDN, security, and web optimization services.
Arm Holdings plc77Semiconductor DesignCambridge, United Kingdom$35.9BDesigns and licenses CPU cores and related technologies for semiconductors, powering most mobile devices and increasingly AI infrastructure.
Kiewit75ConstructionOmaha, United StatesA leading employee-owned construction and engineering company building North America's infrastructure and energy projects.
Aggreko75EnergyGlasgow, United KingdomGlobal provider of modular, mobile power, heating, and cooling equipment for temporary industrial needs.
Akamai Technologies, Inc.75Content Delivery NetworkCambridge, United States$2.8BAkamai provides a globally distributed cloud platform for content delivery, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
Armis Security73EnterpriseSan Carlos, United States$847.0MAgentless cybersecurity platform providing asset intelligence and security for all connected devices.
Super Micro Computer Inc. (SMCI)73Edge ComputingSan Jose, United StatesGlobal leader in application-optimized Total IT Solutions for enterprise, cloud, AI, and 5G infrastructure.
Via73MobilityNew York, United States$887.1MVia is a transit technology company that partners with cities and transit agencies to deploy on-demand and fixed-route public transportation services.
Super Micro Computer Inc.73AI HardwareSan Jose, United States$7.0BGlobal leader in application-optimized total IT solutions for AI, cloud, and enterprise data centers.
Ubuntu70Operating SystemsLondon, United Kingdom$63.0MA popular open-source Linux distribution.
Netlify70Cloud ComputingSan Francisco, United States$202.1MPlatform for building, deploying, and scaling modern web applications instantly, offering a unified workflow for full-stack apps, APIs, data, and AI features.
Hailo70Edge ComputingTel Aviv, Israel$425.0MHailo develops AI processors for edge devices, enabling on-device generative AI.
- CHChina Telecom69TelecommunicationsBeijing, China$80.0B
China Telecom is one of the world's largest telecommunications companies, providing integrated information services across China and globally.
Augury69IndustrialNew York, United States$369.0MAugury provides AI-driven machine health and process health solutions for manufacturers, transforming operations and enabling predictive maintenance.
Wiliot69IoTTel Aviv, Israel$344.0MWiliot provides self-powered IoT Pixels that bring connectivity and intelligence to everyday products.
Ericsson69TelecommunicationsStockholm, Sweden$35.8BSwedish multinational networking and telecommunications company providing infrastructure, software, and services.
Iridium Communications69SpaceTechMcLean, United States$22KGlobal satellite network providing critical voice and data for mission-essential applications.
Percepto69DronesTel Aviv, Israel$136.8MPercepto provides an autonomous inspection and monitoring platform for industrial sites using drones and robotics.
Spectro Cloud69Artificial IntelligenceSan Jose, United States$100.0MSimplifies the deployment, governance, and operation of AI infrastructure at scale.
Vayyar Imaging68SensorTel Aviv, Israel$296.0MVayyar Imaging is a global leader in 4D radar imaging technology, providing advanced sensors for various industries.
Optibus68Transport and LogisticsTel Aviv, Israel$260.0MOptibus provides an end-to-end software platform for mass transportation planning, scheduling, rostering, and operations.
Reliance Industries68Artificial IntelligenceMumbai, India$110.0BIndian conglomerate investing heavily in AI infrastructure and services.
Dream67CybersecurityTel Aviv, Israel$460.3MAI-powered cybersecurity platform for national defense and critical infrastructure.
Defense Unicorns67Defense TechSan Antonio, United States$171.0MContinuous software delivery for national security missions, enabling secure and rapid deployment in air-gapped and tactical edge environments.
NavVis66Spatial ComputingMunich, Germany$73.2MNavVis provides a spatial twin platform for the built world, offering reality capture solutions and a browser-based SaaS platform for managing and utilizing spatial data.
SiFive66AI ChipSan Jose, United States$774.9MDesigns and licenses RISC-V based custom processor cores and IP for diverse applications.
Blue Frontier66Climate TechBoca Raton, United States$47.8MRevolutionizing cooling with advanced air conditioning technology that is ultra-efficient and incorporates built-in energy storage.
SupPlant66AgTechAfula, Israel$52.9MAgritech company providing AI-driven irrigation solutions for water-stressed agriculture, optimizing crop yields and conserving water.
ShipIn Systems65Maritime TechnologyNewton, United States$27.0MAI-powered fleet vision platform for proactive maritime anomaly detection and ship-to-shore collaboration.
NoTraffic65Artificial IntelligenceOverland Park, United States$160.7MAI-powered traffic management platform that transforms city traffic signals into a real-time intelligent network to reduce congestion, cut emissions, and improve road safety.
EarlySense65HealthcareRamat Gan, Israel$131.0MEarlySense provides a continuous patient monitoring solution to enhance safety and reduce risk for general care patients.
Wind River65Embedded SystemsAlameda, United States$8.8BA global leader in delivering software for mission-critical intelligent systems at the edge.
DigiCert64CybersecurityLehi, United States$2.0BA global leader in digital trust, providing PKI solutions and digital certificates for security and identity management.
Imubit64IndustrialTel Aviv, Israel$30.0MAI process optimization for refineries and chemical plants to maximize profit and efficiency.
EdgeConneX64Edge ComputingHerndon, United States$4.5BEdgeConneX builds and operates data centers at the edge of the network for hyperscale, content, and colocation providers.
Anodot63EnterpriseTel Aviv, Israel$62.5MAnodot provides AI-driven analytics for real-time incident prediction and automation, safeguarding revenue and optimizing costs.
WINT63IndustrialTel Aviv, Israel$50.0MAI-powered water intelligence solutions for leak prevention and water management.
ecobee63Smart HomeToronto, Canada$96.0MSmart thermostats and home devices for enhanced comfort, security, and energy savings.
Beewise63AgritechTel Aviv, Israel$112.0MRevolutionizing beekeeping with smart technology to enhance bee health and honey production.
Versatile63Industrialתל־אביב–יפו, ישראל$108.5M
BeeHero63AgritechTel Aviv, Israel$65.0MMaximizing crop yields through precision pollination with AI-powered sensors and machine learning.
Motor Q63Fleet ManagementSan Francisco, United States$49.0MCloud platform for connected vehicle data analysis, providing insights for automotive businesses.
RingConn63Wearable TechnologyShenzhen, China$63.0MA svelte smart ring that tracks activity, sleep, and health metrics with long battery life.
Nanit63HealthcareNew York, United States$74.0MNanit provides smart baby monitors and sleep tracking solutions to help parents understand and improve their baby's sleep and development.
OneStep63HealthcareSan Francisco, United States$36.0MDigital physical therapy and recovery platform using everyday sensors for ongoing health diagnostics.
Trieye63AutomotiveTel Aviv, Israel$96.0MPioneering mass-market CMOS-based Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) sensing for automotive imaging.
Prisma Photonics63Fiber OpticYokneam Illit, Israel$70.0MQuantum leap in utility monitoring for critical infrastructure using fiber optic sensing.
SenseTime63Computer VisionHong Kong, Hong Kong$4.7BLeading AI software company developing and applying advanced AI technologies like computer vision and large models.
ThetaRay62FintechNew York, United States$147.5MAI-powered transaction monitoring for fintech and banks to enable trusted cross-border payments.
Fieldin62AgTechFresno, United States$46.0MFieldin provides a smart farm control center for specialty crop growers, offering data-driven insights for field operations.
InnerPlant62AgritechDavis, United States$51.7MAgritech startup using optical sensors to enable crops to communicate their needs.
Kando62IndustrialTel Aviv, Israel$36.0MData intelligence platform leveraging real-time wastewater quality data for public health and environmental improvement.
Luko62InsurTechParis, FranceA home insurance company that uses technology to streamline the process of getting home insurance and making claims.
Autotalks62SemiconductorSan Diego, United States$75.0MQualcomm is a global leader in wireless technology innovation, developing and commercializing foundational technologies for mobile and other industries.
Coram AI62Physical SecuritySunnyvale, United States$66.0MCoram AI builds video intelligence systems for businesses of all sizes, transforming security cameras into intelligent assets for operations, safety, and security.
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What are the best IoT & Sensors in 2026?
Leading IoT & Sensors tracked by StartupHub.ai include ADT, Think Silicon, Reliance Jio. We rank 60 companies in this category by disclosed funding, growth signals and market traction, refreshed hourly.
What does this IoT & Sensors ranking include?
This page ranks the top 60 IoT & Sensors by funding and traction, representing $679.8B in combined disclosed funding. Each entry links to full funding history, team and product details.
Which of these companies has raised the most funding?
Cisco leads the category with $220.0B in disclosed funding.
How is this IoT & Sensors ranking compiled?
Each company is scored on disclosed funding, team size, growth momentum and profile completeness, then ordered highest first. The list regenerates hourly as new funding rounds, hiring and product launches are detected, so the ranking stays current.