Tendo

Tendo

Wearable robotic glove for grip assistance

Overview

Tendo develops a soft exoskeleton in the form of a robotic glove that helps people grip and release objects. The device is worn on the hand and uses intelligent sensors to provide assistive grip strength, with control focused on one or two fingers to keep the glove light and wearable for daily use. By combining sensors, lightweight actuation, and a user-friendly form factor, it enables artificial strength both at home and in care settings. Compared with many competitors, it emphasizes a compact, low-weight design that targets minimal finger involvement, making it easier to wear and integrate into daily life, and it pursues a model that blends direct consumer sales with partnerships with healthcare providers. The goal is to improve independence and quality of life for people with physical disabilities or age-related limitations, offering accessible grip assistance through ongoing support and services.

About Tendo

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

Industries

Robotics & Automation

Healthcare

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$360K

Headquarters

Lund Municipality, Sweden

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • Marketplace hit one million vouchers purchased on April 14, 2026, proving demand.
  • June 2026 partnerships with Medefy and HIPnation broaden member reach immediately.
  • April 29, 2026 InfuCare Rx agreement expands higher-margin infusion care volume nationwide.

What critics are saying

  • Tendo still depends on employer and TPA adoption, slowing revenue conversion.
  • UnitedHealthcare, Optum, and other incumbents can bundle similar navigation and marketplace offerings fast.
  • If contracted providers defect, Tendo’s transparent-pricing moat collapses by 2027.

What makes Tendo unique

  • Tendo’s Marketplace pairs direct-contract pricing with provider-level quality data across specialties.
  • Medefy integration embeds Tendo into member navigation workflows starting June 23, 2026.
  • InfuCare Rx and HIPnation expand Tendo’s national network and alternative-plan distribution.

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Funding

Total Funding

$360k

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Holidays

Company Equity

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Wellness Program

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