Best Security & Surveillance Technology Companies in Washington, United States
The 60 best Security & Surveillance Technology companies in Washington, United States in 2026, ranked by funding and momentum. Funding, investors, founders, valuation, tech stack and live signals. Top: Wyze.
Our analysis of 50 Security & Surveillance Technology companies
$4.8b in tracked funding; 91% of the stack-profiled cohort runs cloud-native; funding activity peaked in 2025.
Ranked: Best Security & Surveillance Technology companies in Washington
| # | Company | Disclosed funding | Last round | Stage | Founder | Founded | Tech stack | Patents & IP focus | Recent signals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyze Manufacturer of cloud-based smart security cameras for video surveillance | $146M | 59 mo ago | Series B | Dongsheng Song Co-Founder & Chief Product Officer | 2017 | Cart FunctionalityShopifySentry+37 | 42 patents AI-powered smart home security devices with edge‑cloud video analytics and automation | 1 job opening · 1 partnership |
| 2 | Zonar Systems Cloud-enabled platform offering end-to-end fleet management solutions | $50M | 132 mo ago | Acquired | — | 2001 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+39 | 187 patents Fleet telematics and diagnostics: GPS tracking, vehicle health, driver coaching, inspection integration. | 2 awards |
| 3 | Malong Technologies Provider of AI-based body temperature detection systems for the retail industry | $44M | 94 mo ago | Series B | Matt Scott Co-Founder | 2014 | — | — | — |
| 4 | Alitheon Provider of AI and cloud-based object identification technology 62AI top 25%Funding top 26%Talent top 28%Moat top 29% All 12 signals ▾AItop 25% Fundingtop 26% Talenttop 28% Moattop 29% Growthtop 35% Patentstop 38% Innovationtop 40% Techtop 49% Productbottom 48% Globalbottom 37% Marketbottom 26% Newsbottom 18% AI: Classified as an AI company · Holds AI/ML patents (G06N-family CPC) Funding: Raised $32.9M across 8 rounds · 8 rounds over 9 yrs (0.9/yr) rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 62/100 | $33M | 2 mo ago | Series A | David Ross Co-Founder | 2015 | WordPressApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+17 | 156 patents Secure digital fingerprinting for physical object authentication and tracking | 1 job opening · 1 launch · 1 award |
| 5 | Lassen Peak Provider of weapon detection systems 57Innovation top 22%Patents top 24%Talent top 28%Funding top 32% All 7 signals ▾Innovationtop 22% Patentstop 24% Talenttop 28% Fundingtop 32% Moattop 32% Globalbottom 40% Marketbottom 33% Innovation: 51 patents (top 30% of patent-holders) · 49 filings since 2022 vs 2 in 2017-21 Patents: 51 patents matched (strict assignee match) · 49 filings since 2022 vs 2 in 2017-21 rank vs industry peers · Fliar Intelligence Index 57/100 | $26M | 5 mo ago | Series A | Ehsan Afshari Co-Founder & CSO | 2019 | — | 51 patents Advanced non‑invasive sensing and imaging systems for security and inspection | — |
| 6 | Shield Compliance Provider of risk and compliance management solutions | $10M | 79 mo ago | Series A | Noah Carey Founder/ Executive Chairman | 2015 | Cart FunctionalityWix eCommerceWix+24 | — | 1 partnership |
| 7 | React Mobile Provider of employee safety hardware | $10M | 55 mo ago | Seed | — | 2011 | HubSpot CMS HubApple iCloud MailMicrosoft 365+20 | — | 1 expansion |
| 8 | Trusted Key Digital identity solution to verify and authenticate identities using blockchain technology | $6M | 87 mo ago | Acqui-Hired | — | 2016 | — | — | — |
| 9 | Pebblebee Manufacturer of object tracking devices | $6M | 53 mo ago | Series A | — | 2012 | Shogun Page BuilderCart FunctionalityShopify+36 | 5 patents Bluetooth low-energy personal asset tracking and location alert system | — |
| 10 | Aivia Provider of microscopy, image analysis, and related solutions and products | $5M | 185 mo ago | Acquired | — | 1999 | Wix eCommerceWixSentry+12 | 4 patents Eye‑tracking driven adaptive content selection for interactive display/user‑interface systems | — |
| 11 | lifeID Blockchain-based identity solutions for secure, privacy-focused digital interactions | $2M | 99 mo ago | Seed | — | 2017 | — | — | — |
| 12 | Payscore Provider of income verification and authentication solutions for lenders | $1M | 25 mo ago | Seed | Mark Fiebig Founder | 2017 | WebflowSentryApple iCloud Mail+21 | — | — |
| 13 | Cartogram Provider of indoor navigation solutions | $491K | 97 mo ago | Series A | — | 2014 | WordPressMySQLPHP+36 | 5 patents Location-based mapping and indoor/outdoor positioning using crowdsourced fingerprinting | — |
| 14 | The Package Guard Developer of anti-theft devices for package delivery | $271K | 111 mo ago | Seed | Justin Gough Co-Founder | 2016 | — | — | — |
| 15 | Syzen Analytics Predictive Retail Analytics software | $100K | 148 mo ago | Deadpooled | PG Madhavan Founder | 2014 | — | — | — |
| 16 | GenieCam Geniecam - advanced camera for driver safety and vehicle monitoring | $100K | 163 mo ago | Deadpooled | Tibet Mimar Founder CTO | 2012 | — | — | — |
Top 12 Security & Surveillance Technology companies in Washington
#1
Series A · Bellevue, Washington · founded 2015 · 15 employees$32.9Mraised▾
Provider of AI and cloud-based object identification technology. It uses computer vision technology to recognize and perceive objects. It has invented the patented concept of FeaturePrint which is a recognition technology for objects. Its technology tracks small, unique properties that make it distinct from all other similar items.
- Apr 2026Series A$8M
- Jul 2023Grant (prize money)$388K
- Sep 2022Series A$10M
- Dec 2021Seed$2.9M
#2
Series A · Bellevue, Washington · founded 2019 · 20 employees$26Mraised▾
Provider of weapon detection systems. It develops a technology that enables law enforcement and military officials to detect the presence of weapons remotely. It also has applications in the government, education, sports, entertainment, and transportation sectors.
- Jan 2026Series A$10M
- Jan 2026Venture Debt—
- Oct 2022Series A$16M
- Nov 2021Seed$10M
#3
Series B · Kirkland, Washington · founded 2017 · 209 employees$146Mraised▾
Manufacturer of cloud-based smart security cameras for video surveillance. It develops smart security cameras with a built-in speaker and microphone. It also manufactures smart video doorbells, smart locks, bulbs, and plugs. Its products integrate with a companion application that is compatible with Android and iOS.
- Jul 2021Series B$110M
- May 2020Series A$15M
- Jan 2019Series A$20M
- Aug 2017Seed—
#4
Series B · Seattle, Washington · founded 2014$44.1Mraised▾
Provider of AI-based body temperature detection systems for the retail industry. It provides sensors, dual camera systems, AI computing devices with pre-loaded software, integrated AI models, and a touch screen for visual monitoring and control. It can be used in retail for AI-based product recognition for eliminating continuous scanning or ticket switching.
- Aug 2018Series B—
- Nov 2017Series B$33.1M
- Oct 2016Series A$9.2M
- Feb 2015Seed$1.8M
#5
Seed · Seattle, Washington · founded 2019 · 5 employees$25Kraised▾
Provider of real-time perception software and wireless LiDAR sensor data processing. The company offers tools for analyzing roadway data, enhancing pedestrian safety, and detecting intrusions in work zones. Its technology supports remote object detection on rail lines and improves airport operations. The software connects to cameras and LiDAR sensors, collecting and analyzing data based on custom parameters. It provides predictive analytics to identify potential hazards and trigger warnings.
- Sep 2025Conventional Debt$87.5K
- Apr 2021Seed$25K
#6
Acquired · Seattle, Washington · founded 2001 · 382 employees$50Mraised▾
Zonar Systems offers a cloud-enabled platform offering end-to-end fleet management solutions. It offers diversified fleet management solutions like fleet tracking, fleet health monitoring solutions, fuel efficiency tracking solutions, and more. It offers features like customized solutions, exception-based reporting, etc. It offers solutions for commercial trucking, student transportation, vocational fleets, etc.
- Jun 2015PE$50M
#7
Seed · Seattle, Washington · founded 2011 · 39 employees$9.6Mraised▾
Provider of employee safety hardware. It offers a smart panic button, which integrates with an app to turn iPhone or Android smartphone into a security device. It also allows users to report incidents and criminal activities. With the push of a button, an SOS alert with the GPS coordinates is sent to selected emergency contacts via SMS and text messages and emails. It also enables the posting of an alert on third-party social media platforms with a link to the location. It also allows users to have their trusted contacts to track them in real-time.
- Nov 2021Seed$1.4M
- May 2020Seed$6M
- Jan 2020Seed$750K
- Oct 2018Seed$100K
#8
Seed · Seattle, Washington · founded 2017 · 11 employees$1.2Mraised▾
Provider of income verification and authentication solutions for lenders. It provides users with an automated income verification tool for property managers and lenders. It offers integrations with software tools in leasing and lending.
- May 2024Seed$1.2M
- Mar 2023Seed—
- Feb 2023Seed$2.3M
#9
Series A · Renton, Washington · founded 2012 · 18 employees$5.7Mraised▾
Manufacturer of object tracking devices. It designs and develops Bluetooth-based rechargeable tracking devices that enable users to track and find rings, keys, and wallets. It also offers a mobile app that allows users to locate and monitor those devices in real-time. Its features include voice assistants, location history, playback, location sharing, and custom tracking modes.
- Jan 2022Series A$5M
- Apr 2019Series A—
- Dec 2014Seed$650K
#10
Series A · Seattle, Washington · founded 2015 · 23 employees$10Mraised▾
Shield Compliance provides risk and compliance management solutions for cannabis banks and legal marijuana financial institutions. The company offers AML and BSA compliance management and payment integrator system. Provides Shield Data Hub that powers multiple activities including entity authentication, transaction verification, activity risk assessment, financial risk evaluation, government reporting, payment processing, and lead generation.
- Nov 2019Series A$5M
- Mar 2019Seed$5M
#11
Acqui-Hired · Seattle, Washington · founded 2016 · 15 employees$5.9Mraised▾
Digital identity solution to verify and authenticate identities using blockchain technology. It offers a secure digital identity platform to consumers and organizations. The platform leverages blockchain technology, modern mobile phones, and strong cryptography to provide a secure, reusable, and verifiable digital identity.
- Apr 2019Series A—
- Jan 2019Series A$1M
- May 2018Seed$4.8M
- Apr 2017Conventional Debt$1.1M
#12
Acquired · Bellevue, Washington · founded 1999 · 11 employees$4.7Mraised▾
Provider of microscopy, image analysis, and related solutions and products. They offer light, digital, confocal, and surgical microscopes. The company also provides microscope software, cameras, objective lenses, and accessories. Their products support medical specialties, life science research, and industrial microscopy applications.
- Feb 2011Grant (prize money)$3.3M
- Aug 2009Grant (prize money)$1.4M
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- Washington State University10
- George Washington University9
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- Sophistication2
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- Computer security2
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- Correctness1
- Exploit1
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