Spin

Spin

Dockless electric scooter sharing service

About Spin

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

Industries

Automotive & Transportation

Consumer Software

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$27M

Headquarters

Santa Cruz, California

Founded

2017

Overview

Spin offers dockless scooter share services aimed at improving urban transportation. Users can find and unlock electric scooters using the Spin app, allowing them to travel conveniently and sustainably within cities. The service operates on a pay-per-ride model, where users pay a small unlocking fee and a per-minute rate for their rides. Spin differentiates itself by partnering with local governments, campuses, and businesses to ensure its services meet community needs and comply with regulations. The company's goal is to provide accessible and eco-friendly mobility solutions that reduce traffic congestion and carbon emissions in urban areas.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for eco-friendly transport boosts Spin's market potential.
  • Long-term city agreements, like in Milwaukee, provide regulatory stability for Spin.
  • Spin's acquisition by Bird strengthens its position in the micro-mobility sector.

What critics are saying

  • Legal challenges, such as lawsuits, could hinder Spin's operations in certain cities.
  • Public backlash and accessibility issues may affect Spin's acceptance in urban areas.
  • Dependence on city permits makes Spin vulnerable to regulatory changes.

What makes Spin unique

  • Spin offers dockless scooter services, enhancing urban mobility and reducing congestion.
  • Strategic partnerships with cities ensure compliance with local regulations and community needs.
  • Spin's pay-per-ride model promotes frequent usage and steady revenue streams.

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Funding

Total Funding

$27M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Opportunity to join a fast-growing startup and help shape and establish the company's industry leadership

Competitive health benefits

Unlimited PTO for salaried roles

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Monthly cell phone bill stipend

Wellness, Home Office & Internet perk for salaried roles

A monthly Mental Health Day-Off for salaried roles

401(k)

WeWork Pass (eligible remote salaried FTE

Company News

Columbus Underground
Mar 6th, 2025
New Vendor to Launch Soon, But Spin Scooters to Remain on Streets After Lawsuit

That's because Spin filed suit in December against the city's Department of Public Service in U.S District Court, alleging that the city failed to follow its own stated evaluation criteria in awarding Veo an exclusive micromobility contract.

Spectrum News 1
May 20th, 2024
Electric scooters made permanent, rental bikes expanding in Milwaukee

On Monday, Milwaukee city leaders announced a long-term agreement with both Lime and Spin, which will allow them to operate permanently in the city.

Business Wire
Apr 4th, 2024
Bird Successfully Emerges From Bankruptcy As A Stronger Company And Will Operate As The Global Anchor Brand Of Newly Established Third Lane Mobility Inc.

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bird today announced that the company has successfully emerged from Chapter 11 proceedings under a newly organized private parent company called Third Lane Mobility Inc. With a strengthened balance sheet, reduced operating expenses and right-sized capital structure, the transaction included the sale of Bird’s assets to Third Lane Mobility, which encompasses both the Bird and Spin Brands. Bird and Spin will continue to operate in and serve cities across the globe and are well positioned for long-term, sustainable growth as they maintain and expand operations across North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Over the last three months, both Bird and Spin have won multiple new competitive bids and announced the launch of service in several new cities, including Corpus Christi, Texas; Greensboro, North Carolina; the University of Illinois; Surrey and Mississauga, Canada; Naples and Torino, Italy; as well as competitive renewals of service in Gap, France and Zaragoza, Spain. "Today’s announcement marks the beginning of a new chapter for us as we embark on our next step as a private company. We are a substantially stronger business financially with many opportunities ahead that position us for long-term growth around the world,” said Michael Washinushi, Co-CEO

News 5 Cleveland
Jan 11th, 2024
Thousands of defunct Spin scooters that were headed to landfill to be refurbished in Akron

Summit e-Waste worked with Spin to get the scooters

Ford Authority
Nov 12th, 2023
Ford Patent Filed For Electric Scooter Integration Module

Back in March 2022, it did precisely that, and Spin merged with Tier - Europe's leading shared micromobility provider - though The Blue Oval retained a stake in the company and has since filed a patent for an accessible scooter.

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