Esper

Esper

Device fleet management platform for businesses

Overview

Esper provides a platform to manage large mixed fleets of Android and iOS devices from a single interface. It enables deploying, monitoring, updating, and enforcing policies with granular app control, geofencing, and robust APIs. In addition, it offers a custom Android solution built to client specifications and hardware guidance to design, scale, or replace a device fleet, powered by SDKs and APIs for tailored workflows. By combining cross-platform device management with customization and hardware expertise, Esper helps businesses run device fleets efficiently at scale.

About Esper

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

Industries

Hardware

Enterprise Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$100.5M

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • Esper raised fresh capital on March 10, 2026, funding expansion.
  • State of Kansas and New York City partnerships broaden Esper’s public-sector footprint.
  • Zebra validation and hardware programs accelerate pipeline across retail, logistics, healthcare, and field services.

What critics are saying

  • Esper’s March 2026 government push concentrates revenue in state and local budgets.
  • Zebra validation deepens hardware dependence, letting OEM partners squeeze Esper on pricing.
  • MobileIron, VMware Workspace ONE, and Microsoft Intune commoditize management, threatening Esper’s category relevance.

What makes Esper unique

  • Esper’s July 2026 Zebra Premier ISV status validates its rugged-device depth.
  • Esper’s November 2025 Hardware Validation Program turns hardware compatibility into a moat.
  • Esper spans Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows, unlike Android-only MDM rivals.

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Funding

Total Funding

$100.5M

Meets

Industry Average

Funded Over

4 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Series C funding is usually for startups that are doing well and are looking for more money to fuel major growth, such as acquiring other companies, expanding into global markets, or launching new product lines. Investors typically include larger venture capital firms and private equity.
Series C Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$50M
$50M
Medium
$60M
Esper
$62M
SeatGeek
$100M
Oura

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Pet Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Meal Benefits

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

-7%
Esper
Jul 17th, 2026
Frontline Device Management for Android is here.

Frontline Device Management for Android is here. Esper has launched frontline-specific device management capabilities for Android, addressing the unique needs of workers who depend on shared or ruggedized devices in the field. The new features cover multi-user enrollment, role-based access, and the operational flows that frontline teams actually use. Shiv Sundar July 17, 2026 The Siyata SD7 is built for frontline workers, where push-to-talk functionality is much faster than a standard touchscreen. Siyata will embed Esper software into SD7 handsets running a custom version of the Android operating system. The combined offering unlocks new functionality that was not previously possible, including streamlined device onboarding and provisioning as well as device customization while in the field. When Siyata's SD7 is combined with Esper Foundation, it's a ready-made and FirstNet-certified answer for police, fire, and EMTs. This is the next generation of frontline device management. The promise of this new partnership is seen in the market for communication devices used by enterprise customers as well as public safety organizations like police and fire departments. The nature of this challenging work means that communication is best handled by rugged devices that, by design, lack touch screens, which are cumbersome and unreliable in many situations. Many public safety agencies were forced into a trade-off between handset ease-of-use and the easiest devices to operate and maintain at the fleet level. Its communities are only safe and healthy because of the hard work of police, fire, and medical. Emergency professionals do life-saving work every day, which is why frontline workers need push-to-talk devices to work quickly and efficiently. Public safety departments shouldn't have to sacrifice security or management for devices that are easy-to-use. Siyata is a leading global provider of push-to-talk devices for frontline workers. Marc Seelenfreund, CEO of Siyata Mobile, stated that, "We are thrilled to partner with Esper as their enterprise mobility management (EMM) offering will be integral for Enterprise and Public Safety customers purchasing Siyata's rugged smartphones. In todays' environment a full Mobile Device Management solution is critical to managing mobile devices out in the field." Esper's DevOps platform for Android devices helps organizations remotely scale and manage their mission-critical edge devices via a convenient SaaS offering. Esper provides mature cloud infrastructure for customers in any industry that are building app solutions for mission-critical devices. Esper lets users of any Android device form factor streamline deployment, security, and management of distributed fleets of mission-critical Android edge devices. Now, public safety workers can focus on what matters, which is keeping its communities safe, and healthy. With this new partnership, these workers can now use their preferred communication devices like the SD7 while Esper does the heavy lifting of device security, fleet management, and software updates behind the scenes. It's a best-of-both-worlds partnership where end users get more value and 24/7 reliability from their communication devices without any added complexity in managing them. Android is the operating system of choice for smartphones and the far larger number of non-smartphone communication, computing, and IoT devices, including everything from in-store kiosks and point-of-sale terminals to medical and communication devices. With Esper, Siyata Mobile has access to the best-in-breed Android device management platform and the only platform designed to bring the world of DevOps to devices. The first SD7 devices with Esper preloaded will be available in North America in Fall 2021 and then in Europe in 2022. Table of contents. Discover Esper MDM. Android | iOS/iPadOS | Linux | Windows

Yahoo Finance
Jul 14th, 2026
Esper achieves Zebra Technologies' Premier ISV Partner status.

Esper achieves Zebra Technologies' Premier ISV Partner status. Business Wire Esper's enterprise device management platform earns Zebra's highest ISV tier designation, delivering verified solutions for mission-critical frontline operations SEATTLE, July 14, 2026-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Esper, a leader in device management infrastructure, today announced it has achieved Premier ISV Partner status in Zebra Technologies' PartnerConnect program - the highest tier available to independent software vendors in Zebra's global channel ecosystem. This designation recognizes Esper's sustained investment in the Zebra partnership, demonstrated through significant pipeline influence, deep technical integration with Zebra's portfolio of mobile computers, rugged tablets, and scanners, and a proven track record of enabling frontline organizations to deploy and manage Esper-powered device fleets at enterprise scale. Zebra Technologies provides the foundation for intelligent operations with an award-winning portfolio of connected frontline, asset visibility and automation solutions which empowers their customers to deploy AI on the frontline. The Premier ISV Partner status in Zebra's PartnerConnect is earned by meeting a stringent criteria related to annual pipeline influence revenue, reflecting the scope and scale of a partner's contribution to the Zebra ecosystem. In addition to being a Premier ISV Partner, Esper's Mobile Device Management platform software has been validated by Zebra. This validation shows that Esper's platform aligns with Zebra's hardware ecosystem - reducing deployment risk and accelerating time to value for organizations operating Zebra device fleets across retail, logistics, manufacturing, healthcare, and field services. Esper's cloud-native platform delivers blueprint-based automation, touchless provisioning, granular app lifecycle control, and real-time fleet telemetry across Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows devices. With support for Zebra's full range of rugged mobile computers, tablets, and handheld scanners, Esper enables IT and operations teams to deploy, configure, update, and remotely manage thousands of Zebra devices with the reliability and repeatability of true infrastructure-grade tooling - no matter the industry or the scale of the fleet. The Zebra PartnerConnect program fosters collaboration among distributors, resellers, solution partners, independent software vendors, systems integrators, and technology alliance partners. It provides a unified platform for meeting customer needs, accelerating market growth, and delivering end-to-end solutions across industries including retail, healthcare, transportation, logistics, manufacturing, and more. The program reflects Zebra's commitment to empowering its partners with cutting-edge tools and resources while rewarding investments in technical capability and customer success.

Esper
Nov 19th, 2025
Esper Unveils Comprehensive Hardware Validation Program for Seamless Android Deployments and Enhanced OEM Success

Esper unveils comprehensive Hardware Validation Program for Seamless Android deployments and enhanced OEM success. Bellevue, WA - November 19, 2025 - Esper today announced the launch of its new Hardware Validation Program. This program offers Android device manufacturers and enterprise customers a definitive process for achieving proven performance, security, and reliability across their connected fleets. The new program provides a rigorous, end-to-end assessment of Android hardware. This process confirms compatibility with the Esper platform and guarantees real-world performance under the demands of enterprise-scale deployments. For OEMs, this translates to a significant competitive advantage: faster customer deployments, reduced support costs, and a trusted validation marker to differentiate their devices in the market. "Hardware compatibility has long been a hidden cost and source of frustration for organizations deploying Android devices at scale," said Yadhu Gopalan, co-founder and CEO of Esper. "A device might look perfect on paper, but incompatibilities discovered mid-deployment can derail timelines, inflate costs, and compromise the entire project. Our Hardware Validation program eliminates that risk entirely, giving our customers and partners the confidence to move fast without sacrificing quality." Key Program Benefits Devices that successfully complete the program receive Esper's Validated designation, signaling to customers that the hardware meets the industry's most advanced criteria for Android fleet readiness. The program simulates the complete lifecycle of an Android enterprise deployment, evaluating dozens of real-world scenarios across performance, compatibility, manageability, and security. * Accelerated Time to Market: OEMs can eliminate uncertainty and expedite customer onboarding by using pre-tested devices. * Reduced Integration Friction: Direct collaboration with Esper engineers helps OEM teams resolve development bottlenecks early. * Confident Enterprise Adoption: Validation assures enterprises that the selected hardware will support stable, scalable deployments. * Strengthened Trust: The process minimizes post-purchase issues, reduces support escalations, and lowers operational risk for both OEMs and customers. Tailored Validation Pathways The program offers specialized paths designed for both hardware manufacturers and large enterprises managing Android fleets: OEM Validation Hardware partners receive hands-on engineering support, access to Esper's testing environment, and actionable insights to improve performance and compatibility. Successfully validated devices are featured in Esper's public catalog. Customer-Led Validation Enterprises can submit their chosen devices for validation prior to full-scale rollout. This step protects timelines, budgets, and the end-user experience by confirming device readiness before committing to a deployment. The Esper Hardware Validation Program is available today for both Android OEM partners and enterprise customers. Organizations interested in validation or evaluating devices for upcoming deployments can begin the process at www.esper.io/hardware-validation. About Esper Esper is on a mission to power exceptional device experiences by revolutionizing the way companies manage their Android, iOS, and Linux device fleets. Through advanced capabilities, such as remote control & debugging, Pipelines for software deployment, Esper device SDK and APIs, Blueprints for dynamic configuration, and Seamless Provisioning, Esper is leading the market beyond standard MDM practices into the modern era of DevOps for devices and beyond. Recognized as number 735 on Inc. Magazine's 5000 fastest growing private companies in America, 18 on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500, and number 27 on Inc. Magazine's Pacific Regional Awards, Esper's innovative solutions support some of the world's most innovative brands in retail, hospitality, logistics, healthcare, education, and more. To learn more visit: www.esper.io.

Esper
Aug 12th, 2025
Esper Ranks No. 735 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of America's Fastest-Growing Private Companies

BELLEVUE, August 12, 2025 - Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping its future, today announced that Esper is No. 735 on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in America.

ShowStoppers
Mar 2nd, 2025
Unlock the Power of Edge AI with Esper's Pando Edge AI Solution Accelerator

To help enterprises experience the power of edge AI, at Mobile World Congress, Esper, a leader in next-generation dedicated device management solutions, announced the launch of its Pando Edge AI Solution Accelerator, an initiative that provides enterprises with a path to move their edge AI ideas to a proven proof of concept to full production.

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