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Idealab

Creating and operating pioneering technology companies

RANKED #7 · TOP 10 VENTURE STUDIOSLISTERSCORE 81.0

A long-running technology incubator and venture studio that creates and operates pioneering internet and clean energy companies.

Pricing from	Custom
Best for	Deep tech, clean energy, and intellectual property ventures
Website	idealab.com

Company facts

Founded	1996
Headquarters	Pasadena

Strengths and trade-offs

Decades of institutional knowledge in building early-stage companies
Diverse portfolio spanning clean energy, robotics, and software

Traditional studio model can move slower than modern agile accelerators
Heavy focus on long-horizon deep tech projects

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Questions about Idealab

How much does Idealab cost?

Idealab's pricing, as Lister records it: Custom.

Who is Idealab best for?

Idealab is best for deep tech, clean energy, and intellectual property ventures.

Where does Idealab rank?

Idealab is ranked #7 in Top 10 Venture Studios (Lister Score 81.0).

What are the best alternatives to Idealab?

The closest alternatives on Lister are Beta Boom (#1 in Top 10 Venture Studios), High Alpha (#2 in Top 10 Venture Studios) and Atomic (#3 in Top 10 Venture Studios).

Where is Idealab based?

Idealab is headquartered in Pasadena, and was founded in 1996.

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