Aquaria

Aquaria

Sells atmospheric water generators for independence

Overview

Aquaria makes Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) that pull drinking water from the air to provide a reliable, renewable water source for homes, businesses, and off-grid communities. The systems extract moisture from the atmosphere and condense it into water, with outputs ranging from 500 to 10,000 liters per day. They come as standalone units and can be paired with optional storage and add-ons. The company also offers sizing consultations to determine the right system for a given need, and sells direct to customers with customizable configurations for external storage. Compared with others in the space, Aquaria covers a broad capacity range, offers turnkey solutions, and emphasizes tailored storage options and professional guidance to fit different sites. Its goal is to reduce dependency on traditional water sources by providing secure, on-site water that is sustainable and easy to install and maintain.

About Aquaria

Simplify's Rating
Why Aquaria is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consulting

Hardware

Industrial & Manufacturing

Consumer Goods

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$112M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • Aquaria announced major Texas and Arizona installations for summer 2026.
  • Aquaria hired six roles across Austin, Houston, and Fort Myers in August 2026.
  • Axios covered Aquaria on June 18, 2026, boosting consumer awareness for home water independence.

What critics are saying

  • Hydropack works best above 50% humidity; dry climates cut output and trigger complaints.
  • Installation adds $10,000-$25,000, limiting adoption before 2027 outside affluent homeowners.
  • If Texas and Florida deployments stall, Aquaria stays a niche hardware seller.

What makes Aquaria unique

  • Aquaria's Hydropack X delivers 264 gallons daily from air, starting at $13,999.
  • Aquaria raised $112 million in November 2024, funding residential and commercial rollout.
  • Aquaria's modular Hydrogrid targets homes and communities without pipes, wells, or PFAS.

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Funding

Total Funding

$112M

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Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-5%

2 year growth

-5%
Commercial Observer
May 6th, 2025
Aquaria Secures $112M for Water Tech

Aquaria, a proptech startup based in Austin, has secured $112 million in funding. The company has developed a technology to convert atmospheric and indoor vapor into clean water for households and is seeking more residential clients.

Aquaria
Apr 24th, 2025
Aquaria's $112M Raise for Water Tech

Forbes highlights Aquaria's successful $112 million funding round aimed at boosting their air-to-water infrastructure.

Intelligence360 News
Dec 3rd, 2024
Aquaria Secures $112M for Water Innovation

Aquaria has raised $112 million to advance its atmospheric water technology, aiming to supply sustainable water to communities globally. Investors include Mistletoe, Soma Capital, and others. An agreement with Upwell Water will provide an additional $100 million for project deployment. Aquaria is building 1,000 homes in Hawaii using this technology, which is modular and scalable, forming a "Hydrogrid" to complement or replace traditional water infrastructure.

FinSMEs
Nov 20th, 2024
Aquaria Raises $112M for Water Solutions

Aquaria, a company based in San Francisco and Austin, raised $112 million to develop sustainable water supply solutions for residential, hospitality, and commercial properties. The funding round included backers such as Mistletoe, Ciri Ventures, Soma Capital, HF0, Bow Capital, Umami Capital, and Dick Gephardt. Aquaria's technology uses atmospheric water generators and renewable energy options to provide water without traditional infrastructure.

PR Newswire
Nov 20th, 2024
Aquaria Raises $112M to Bring Sustainable Water from the Sky to Communities and Cities Around the World

/PRNewswire/ -- Aquaria, the company building communities and cities supplied with water from the sky, today announced it has secured $112 million to build the...

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