Companies in Security & Surveillance Technology
There are 19,778 companies in Security & Surveillance Technology which include Samsara, Life360, Vivint, Ooma, SimpliSafe. 3,735 companies in Security & Surveillance Technology are funded, with 2,049 having secured Series A funding. Till date, the sector has seen the creation of 22 Unicorns. United States has the most number of companies in Security & Surveillance Technology (5,243), followed by India
(1,989), and then United Kingdom (1,617).
2026 has seen the creation of 78 Security & Surveillance Technology companies. On average, the last 10 years have seen 789 new companies launched every year. Most number of Security & Surveillance Technology startups have been founded by alumni from Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Tel Aviv University.
Here is a List of top companies in Security & Surveillance Technology
1. Samsara
Platform offering AI-powered and cloud-based vehicle tracking solutions for fleet owners. The platform offers solutions that include vehicle telematics, driver safety management, AI dash cams, camera connectors, mobile workflow, compliance management tools, security task management tools, and asset tracking systems. It provides services to FMCG, oil and gas, logistics and transportation, and industrial automotive.
Key facts about Samsara
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $915M
- Investors: Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst and 13 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series F, May 21, 2020, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 86/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 3,721 Competitors
2. Life360
Mobile app connecting family members and close friends. It enables users to view the location of their family members on a map, communicate with them, and receive alerts. Users can organise their friends by creating circles. The application offers real-time GPS tracking and driving info of the family members. It also provides a paid premium version with additional features. The app is available for Android and iOS.
Key facts about Life360
- Founded Year: 2008
- Location: San Francisco (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $89.7M
- Investors: The Duchossois Group, ADT and 47 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jun 05, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 83/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 765 Competitors
3. Vivint
Manufacturer of cloud-based smart security cameras for home applications. It provides users with a platform that offers indoor and outdoor cameras, video doorbells, smart automation, and home security solutions, and smart apps to control and monitor the system remotely. It also offers monitoring, professional installation, and car guard solutions.
Key facts about Vivint
- Founded Year: 1999
- Location: Provo (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $172M
- Investors: Solamere Capital, Madison Capital and 13 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, May 17, 2019, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 82/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 4,371 Competitors
4. Ooma
Provider of cloud-based business telephony and home security services. It offers office business phones that provide local and long-distance cloud-based telephony (with custom calling features including virtual receptionist, extension dialling, call forwarding, voicemail forwarding, call transfer, etc). For consumers, it provides PureVoice HD voice quality, advanced functionality, and integration with their mobile devices. Ooma’s home security solution delivers a full range of wireless security sensors and a smart video camera, putting consumers in charge of protecting their homes. Additionally, it provides phone numbers, mobile applications, etc. It also caters to residential customers.
Key facts about Ooma
- Founded Year: 2004
- Location: Palo Alto (United States)
- Stage: Public
- Total Funding till date: $88M
- Investors: Worldview Technology Partners, Founders Fund and 8 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Post IPO, Jun 21, 2017, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 80/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 2,827 Competitors
5. SimpliSafe
Comprehensive home security systems with advanced AI and professional monitoring. They provide residential and business security solutions, offering a range of customizable packages including cameras, sensors, and sirens. They focus on real-time crime prevention through AI-powered cameras and live security agents. Their services include professional monitoring, mobile app control, and smart home integration. They offer features like 24/7 monitoring, battery backup, and cellular connection. They emphasize customer satisfaction with no long-term contracts and easy cancellation. They provide a user-friendly app for camera control, doorbell management, and alarm settings. They offer a quiz to help customers find the perfect system and provide expert advice. They focus on modern home security with outdoor protection, utilizing AI-powered outdoor cameras and live agents to deter criminals. They offer features like video verification and priority police dispatch.
Key facts about SimpliSafe
- Founded Year: 2006
- Location: Boston (United States)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $387M
- Investors: Eastern Bank, Owl Rock Capital and 4 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series E, May 08, 2022, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 79/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 3 of 2,786 Competitors
