WaveOptics (Snap Inc)

We deliver the world’s best optical engines for AR eyewear

Founded 2014

Abingdon, United Kingdom 76 employees Series C Total: $45.50M Consumer Electronics, Hardware +1

WaveOptics (Snap Inc), founded in 2014, stands at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge optical engines for AR eyewear. The company’s slogan, "We deliver the world’s best optical engines for AR eyewear," reflects its commitment to innovating in the intersection of Consumer Electronics, Hardware, and VR/AR.

Operating as a wholly owned subsidiary of Snap Inc, but maintaining its independence, WaveOptics specializes in the research, design, and development of advanced optical engines for augmented reality devices. These engines integrate customizable waveguides paired with projectors, offering exceptional performance with an emphasis on affordability and lightweight design.

The company's last funding round, a $13.00M Series C investment on September 10, 2019, saw participation from notable investors such as Octopus Ventures, Gobi Partners, IP Group, Robert Bosch Venture Capital, Hostplus, and GoerTek Inc. As a leader in AR technology, WaveOptics continues to shape the evolution of next-generation smart eyewear.

Funding Stage	Amount	Investors	Lead Investors	Date
Series C	$13.00M	6	Octopus Ventures, Gobi Partners +4	10 Sep 2019
Series C	£20.00M	6	Octopus Ventures, Gobi Partners +4	11 Dec 2018
Series B	£12.00M	4	Gobi Partners, Robert Bosch Venture Capital +2	17 Jul 2017
Non Equity Assistance	Undisclosed	1	Pitch@Palace	02 Nov 2016
Series A	Undisclosed	4	Octopus Ventures, Robert Bosch Venture Capital +2	25 Nov 2015
Angel Round	£500.00K	1	Mark Zaleski	27 Feb 2015

Funding Stage

Amount

Investors

Lead Investors

Date

Series C

$13.00M

Octopus Ventures, Gobi Partners +4

10 Sep 2019

Series C

£20.00M

Octopus Ventures, Gobi Partners +4

11 Dec 2018

Series B

£12.00M

Gobi Partners, Robert Bosch Venture Capital +2

17 Jul 2017

Non Equity Assistance

Undisclosed

Pitch@Palace

02 Nov 2016

Series A

Undisclosed

Octopus Ventures, Robert Bosch Venture Capital +2

25 Nov 2015

Angel Round

£500.00K

Mark Zaleski

27 Feb 2015

FAQ About WaveOptics (Snap Inc)

We deliver the world’s best optical engines for AR eyewear

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) was founded in 2014.

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) is headquartered in Abingdon, United Kingdom.

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) operates in Consumer Electronics, Hardware and VR/AR. Its work centres on Augmented Reality, Optical Engines, Smartglasses and Headsets. Its customers include Consumer Electronics Companies, AR Product Developers and Snap Inc..

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) has a B2B and D2C business model. Its revenue comes from Product Sales, Licensing and Service Fee.

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) has approximately 76 employees.

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) has completed 6 funding rounds, raising a total of $45.50M. The latest funding stage is Series C.

WaveOptics (Snap Inc) offers: Design and Manufacture of Waveguides, Development of Projector Technology, Integration of Optical Engines, R&D in Optical Experiences.

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