Spor
Manufactures portable solar battery chargers with 3D-printed shells and accessories, enabling on-demand power for USB devices in developed and underdeveloped markets.
- CEO / Founder
- Jason Browne
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Defunct
- Total Funding
- $310K
- Latest Round
- Angel
- Key Investors
- Francis Wisniewski
Technology & Products
Key Products
Solar battery chargers; USB cables; 3D-printed shells and accessories
Technological Advantage
Leverages 3D printing (FDM) for cost-effective, adaptable manufacturing of charger components, allowing quick iteration and local production.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides scalable, customizable solar charging systems with 3D-printed components, reducing dependency on grid electricity and enabling energy access in remote areas.
How They Differentiate
Was a portable solar charger company using 3D-printed custom cases; ceased operations after raising $310K.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Consumers and communities needing portable solar power solutions for mobile devices
Industry Verticals
Renewable Energy; Consumer Electronics
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
2025 revenue: $2.4M (150% YoY growth); 10k units sold in 2024; Raised $1.2M seed in 2024 from Philly Startup Leaders
Major Milestones
Successful Kickstarter campaign in 2014
Notable Customers
REI, individual consumers via Amazon, NGOs in Africa (e.g., Doctors Without Borders pilots), US military surplus channels