Zello

Zello

Real-time PTT voice communication for teams

Overview

Zello provides real-time voice communication by turning smartphones and other devices into walkie-talkies through a push-to-talk app. It works over Wi-Fi or mobile data, offering a free basic PTT experience for individuals and a paid Zello Work service for businesses that adds user management, private channels, and integration with other tools. Some customers also use dedicated PTT hardware accessories to improve safety and clarity in active environments. Compared with other communications tools, Zello highlights rapid, reliable voice sharing for teams such as fleets, emergency responders, construction crews, and hospitality staff, enabling immediate coordination regardless of location. The goal is to help teams stay connected quickly and safely to boost efficiency and on-site safety.

About Zello

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

Industries

Consumer Software

Enterprise Software

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Early VC

Total Funding

$20M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2012

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What believers are saying

  • QR Assist launched January 2026, expanding Zello into retail customer-service workflows.
  • May 2026 retailers reported saving 34 minutes per employee per shift with Zello.
  • June 2025 CRO Soroosh Seyhoon signals aggressive revenue scaling across frontline industries.

What critics are saying

  • Zello’s November 2024 password reset notice exposed recurring security weakness and customer trust damage.
  • Apple can commoditize Zello’s core on iOS 26, shrinking it into a thin app layer.
  • Motorola, Shokz, and Siyata bundle hardware-plus-software alternatives, pressuring pricing and enterprise retention.

What makes Zello unique

  • Zello couples software PTT with hardware partners like Shokz and Siyata in 2026.
  • Apple’s iOS 26 PTT Framework makes Zello a native frontline workflow layer.
  • Zello AI Message Search and anonymized Message Vault turn voice into searchable operations data.

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Funding

Total Funding

$20M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

2 Rounds

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Benefits

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Sabbatical Leave

Company Equity

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

-7%
Associated Press
Apr 24th, 2026
Shokz and Zello launch OpenComm2 PTT bone conduction headset for frontline workers

Zello, a push-to-talk platform with over 175 million users, has partnered with Shokz to launch the OpenComm2 PTT, the first headset purpose-built for the Zello platform. The device features a dedicated hardware push-to-talk button, NFC tap-to-pair connectivity and open-ear bone conduction technology. Designed for frontline workers in construction, manufacturing, warehousing and public safety, the headset enables instant communication without unlocking devices or navigating apps. Key features include a noise-cancelling boom microphone, IP55 water resistance, 16-hour battery life and compatibility with personal protective equipment. The OpenComm2 PTT is available now through Shokz, typically sold in bulk for enterprise deployment. The partnership aims to deliver purpose-built hardware for workers in demanding operational environments.

LMC Systems, LLC
Feb 12th, 2026
Strengthening Mission-Critical Communications Through Trusted Partnerships

Strengthening mission-critical communications through trusted partnerships. How LMC Systems Works with Motorola, Zello, and ESChat In mission-critical environments, communication is more than convenience - it's the backbone of operational success. At LMC Systems, LLC, LMC Systems, LLC. design and deliver professional-grade communication hardware that integrates seamlessly with industry-leading platforms. Its work alongside Motorola, Zello, and ESChat reflects its commitment to reliability, clarity, and real-world performance. [...]

Startup Ecosystem Canada
Jun 16th, 2025
Zello Appoints Soroosh Seyhoon as Chief Revenue Officer

Zello, a leading frontline communication platform, has appointed Soroosh Seyhoon as Chief Revenue Officer.

LinkeWire
Jan 17th, 2025
Self-Service Technology Market Set to Hit $106.16 Billion by 2032 | CAGR: 12.5%

In May 2023, Applova Inc. partnered with Samsung to launch a self-service kiosk solution specifically designed for restaurants.

Zello
Jan 3rd, 2025
Frontline Communication Trends for 2025

Zello recently released the new Zello Mobile SDK, which can easily integrate into an existing app, so you can add the power of push-to-talk, message replay, channels, and more.

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