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DOZR

Online marketplace and rental management software

Overview

Dozr runs an online marketplace and e-commerce platform for heavy equipment rental in North America, connecting equipment owners with contractors and aggregating inventory from many suppliers so renters can search, compare live pricing, book online, and manage the entire rental process. The product pulls inventory from multiple owners, verifies parties, and provides a searchable catalog with real-time pricing; renters complete bookings online while Dozr handles payments, logistics, insurance, and contract management. What sets Dozr apart is a multi-seller marketplace paired with WebStores, a white-label e-commerce option, offering end-to-end digital logistics and a new channel for rental houses to reach customers. The company aims to modernize and simplify equipment rental, increase asset utilization, and help suppliers reach more customers across the US and Canada.

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About DOZR

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

Industries

Industrial & ManufacturingEnterprise Software

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$34.7M

Headquarters

Kitchener, Canada

Founded

2015

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What believers are saying

  • DOZR’s November 10, 2026 site shows 3.4 million annual searches and growing traffic.
  • More than 900 rental companies use DOZR Marketplace, expanding inventory without owning equipment.
  • Kathryn Kennedy as chief growth officer and Dave Frazier as president sharpen go-to-market execution.

What critics are saying

  • Kevin Forestell’s November 2026 chair move signals succession risk during growth reorganization.
  • United Rentals, Herc Rentals, and local branches can copy online booking and undercut marketplace take-rates.
  • If supplier listings churn, DOZR loses search relevance and contractors migrate within a single bidding cycle.

What makes DOZR unique

  • DOZR spans marketplace and WebStores, combining demand generation with rental e-commerce software.
  • Its November 10, 2026 site lists 15,000+ partners and 18 equipment categories.
  • DOZR’s order tracking, ERP integration, and supplier controls reduce phone-driven rental friction.

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Funding

Total Funding

$34.7M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

5 Rounds

Series B funding is typically for startups that have proven their business model and need more funding to expand rapidly—often by entering new markets or adding more products. Investors are usually venture capital firms that specialize in later-stage investments.
Series B Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

$35M
$30M
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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Remote Work Options
  • Stock Options
  • Flexible Work Hours

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-11%

2 year growth

-3%
BetaKit
May 2nd, 2025
Dozr Founding Ceo Kevin Forestell Moves To Chair While Dave Frazier Joins As President

Frazier brings combo of construction and tech experience to Kitchener-Waterloo scaleup

BetaKit
May 2nd, 2025
Dozr Founding Ceo Moves To Chair As Company Brings On New Leader

Frazier brings combo of construction and tech experience to Kitchener-Waterloo scaleup

GlobeNewswire
Nov 21st, 2024
DOZR Ranked No. 129 Fastest-Growing Company in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500(TM)

DOZR ranked No. 129 fastest-growing company in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500(TM).

GlobeNewswire
Nov 6th, 2024
Dozr Recognized In Deloitte Technology Fast 50(Tm), For Outstanding Growth In Canadian Tech

Kitchener, ON, Nov. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DOZR, North America’s leading online marketplace for heavy equipment rentals, has been recognized in the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ awards program, celebrating the company’s impressive 890% revenue growth over the past four years. DOZR ranks 24 in the Technology Fast 50 program.With over 44,000 equipment rentals managed to date and an extensive network of suppliers, DOZR offers contractors unparalleled access to heavy equipment when and where they need it. Serving construction professionals across Canada and the U.S., the DOZR Marketplace streamlines the rental process, enhancing jobsite productivity across North America.“This recognition is a testament to our team’s efforts and our dedication to the construction industry,” said Kevin Forestell, CEO of DOZR. “As we grow, we’re focused on pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in equipment rentals. We’re proud to be a trusted partner for contractors who rely on us to get the job done.”As the construction industry faces mounting demands for speed and efficiency, we’re dedicated to providing contractors with flexible, dependable access to the equipment they need

Startup365
Nov 6th, 2024
DOZR Recognized in Deloitte Technology Fast 50(TM), For Outstanding Growth in Canadian Tech

DOZR Recognized in Deloitte Technology Fast 50(TM), For Outstanding Growth in Canadian Tech DOZR Recognized in Deloitte Technology Fast 50(TM), For Outstanding Growth in Canadian Tech

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