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Develops smart home air vents that optimize HVAC airflow for homeowners, enhancing energy efficiency and comfort with app control and automatic.
Keen Home develops smart home air vents that optimize HVAC airflow to individual rooms for improved energy efficiency and comfort. These vents automatically adjust based on temperature sensors, integrating with existing smart thermostats. The company generated $1.9 million in sales and shipped over 28,000 units as of approximately 2016. Keen Home secured $1.52 million in seed funding in 2014, with investors including R/GA Ventures, RMR Capital, and NYU Innovation Venture Fund, and later received an investment from Robert Herjavec after a 2015 Shark Tank appearance. Its products are distributed through retail partners such as Lowe's, available in over 600 stores, and the company maintains partnerships with SmartThings and Wink. Keen Home was founded in 2013 by Nayeem Hussain and Ryan Fant.
Keen Home has raised $9.0M across 2 funding rounds.
Keen Home has raised $9.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Keen Home is a technology company that builds smart HVAC zoning solutions designed to provide individual room temperature control, enhancing home comfort and energy efficiency. Its flagship product, the Keen Home Smart Vent, works with existing heating and cooling systems to regulate airflow dynamically, allowing users to set custom temperatures for each room via a smartphone app. This system targets homeowners seeking to solve uneven heating or cooling issues, reduce energy waste, and improve overall home comfort. Keen Home has demonstrated growth by shipping over 28,000 units since its launch and aims to expand significantly in the near future[1][3][4].
Founded by Ryan Fant and Nayeem Hussain, Keen Home emerged from the idea of improving the core but often overlooked areas of the home by integrating intelligence and automation into HVAC systems. The concept gained early traction after the company appeared on the TV show "Shark Tank" in 2015, where they pitched their internet-connected smart vents. Despite initial delays in product delivery, Keen Home successfully shipped its first units later that year and has continued to develop its smart zoning technology, including partnerships such as the one with Ecovent to offer whole-home zoning solutions[1][2].
Keen Home rides the trend of smart home automation and energy efficiency, addressing increasing consumer demand for personalized comfort and sustainable living. The timing aligns with broader market forces such as rising energy costs, environmental awareness, and the proliferation of IoT devices in residential settings. By enabling smarter HVAC zoning, Keen Home influences the smart home ecosystem by pushing the boundaries of how traditional home systems can be upgraded with intelligent, connected technology[1][2][4].
Looking ahead, Keen Home is poised to expand its market presence by scaling unit shipments and enhancing product integration, especially through collaborations like the Ecovent partnership. Trends such as increased adoption of smart home devices, growing emphasis on energy conservation, and advances in AI-driven home automation will likely shape Keen Home’s trajectory. Its influence may evolve from a niche smart vent provider to a key player in comprehensive home climate management systems, potentially integrating more deeply with home health and energy management platforms[1][2][4]. This positions Keen Home as a company transforming how homeowners interact with and optimize their living environments.
Keen Home has raised $9.0M across 2 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $7.0M Other Equity in September 2017.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2017 | $7M Venture Round | Crowdcube, SeedInvest | — | Announced |
| Oct 1, 2014 | $2M Seed | RMR Capital | FirstMark Capital, American Family Ventures, Brand Foundry Ventures, Bullet Time Ventures, Comporium, Galvanize Climate Solutions, NYU, Stephen Plumlee, Rugged Ventures | Announced |
Keen Home has raised $9.0M in total across 2 funding rounds.
Keen Home's investors include Crowdcube, SeedInvest, RMR Capital, FirstMark Capital, American Family Ventures, Brand Foundry Ventures, Bullet Time Ventures, Comporium, Galvanize Climate Solutions, NYU, Stephen Plumlee, Rugged Ventures.