LineLeap

LineLeap

Nightlife platform facilitating reservations and ticketing

Overview

LineLeap connects venues and nightlife patrons with line-skipping passes, drink deals, and event ticketing. Patrons can reserve bars, buy VIP access, and pay cover charges using digital methods like Venmo, PayPal, or credit cards in a single flow, while venues manage inventory and collect transaction fees. It differentiates itself by focusing on urban nightlife and combining line-skipping, drink deals, VIP access, and seamless payments to boost customer satisfaction and revenue. The goal is to be the go-to platform for faster entry, smoother payments, and access to popular events.

YC Company
Significant Headcount Growth

About LineLeap

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

Industries

Consumer Software

Fintech

Entertainment

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$34.7M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2017

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • LineLeap's July 19, 2026 website claims 2 million users and 800 venues.
  • BuzzPass integration brought 600-plus partner venues and deeper nightlife distribution.
  • The App Store still shows 4.6 stars across 2.1K ratings in April 2026.

What critics are saying

  • LineLeap's July 2026 terms require individual arbitration, priming class-action fights.
  • App Store reviewers report slow refunds and customer-service failures.
  • Apple or Google can delist LineLeap after payment or privacy violations, killing demand.

What makes LineLeap unique

  • LineLeap's July 2026 site lists 800 bars across 180 campuses and cities.
  • The app reaches 2 million users and ranked sixth among social apps.
  • BuzzPass's July 2, 2025 acquisition added cover, ticketing, and line-skip inventory.

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Funding

Total Funding

$34.7M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

6 Rounds

Notable Investors:
Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$3.3M
$2M
Netflix
$2.3M
Instacart
$3M
Robinhood
$10M
LineLeap

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Remote Work Options

Stock Options

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

6%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

3%
Business Wire
Nov 19th, 2025
LineLeap Valued at $200 Million Following New Funding Round to Accelerate Expansion

LineLeap, the leading platform transforming how people experience their favorite bars, venues, and brands, today announced the close of its funding round, va...

Business Wire
Nov 18th, 2025
LineLeap Valued at $200M After Funding

LineLeap has closed a funding round, valuing the company at $200 million and bringing its total capital raised to over $30 million. The platform, founded in 2017 by Patrick Skelly, Nick Becker, and Max Schauff, is supported by strategic investors such as Y Combinator, The Chainsmokers, NHL and NFL owners, and entertainment industry executives.

Business Wire
Jul 3rd, 2025
LineLeap Acquires BuzzPass to Accelerate Market Expansion and Strengthen National Footprint

LineLeap Acquires BuzzPass to Accelerate Market Expansion and Strengthen their National Footprint.

Go With Canvas
Oct 3rd, 2024
LineLeap (YC S19) Closes Seed Round

Go With Canvas advised Line Services, Inc., doing business as LineLeap, on its Seed financing led by eLab Ventures. Go With Canvas attorneys Brittany Bradshaw, Terrence Reeves and Abraham Williamson advised LineLeap on the financing.

Leads on Trees
Sep 12th, 2024
LineLeap Secures $10 Million in Seed Funding to Revolutionize Nightlife Experiences!

LineLeap, the revolutionary mobile app transforming the nightlife experience, has successfully raised $10,000,000 in its latest funding round. The innovative platform allows customers to purchase LineSkip passes, drinks, cover, and event tickets at over 400 of the top nightlife venues in the country, making it easier than ever for patrons to enjoy their nights out. Since its participation in Y Combinator in the summer of 2019, LineLeap has amassed a community of over 800,000 satisfied customers, all seeking a more efficient and enjoyable way to navigate the bustling nightlife scene. The new funding will be instrumental in further enhancing LineLeap's already impressive technology, enabling venues to tap into fresh revenue streams while reaching their audiences through targeted push notifications, in-app messages, and engaging email campaigns. With a long-term vision of controlling a significant percentage of transactions across nightlife venues nationwide, LineLeap aims to establish itself as the leading mobile point of sale in the $100 billion nightlife and entertainment industry. This funding marks a pivotal moment for LineLeap as it continues to innovate and redefine the customer experience in nightlife, making it fun and faster for everyone involved. As they continue to expand their partnerships and enhance their offerings, the excitement for what lies ahead for LineLeap and its users is palpable.

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