IoT Startup of the Year – 2025
Driving the Next Wave of IoT Disruption
Who Should Apply
- Seed to growth-stage startups building IoT products, platforms, or services.
- Founding teams with validated pilots, paid deployments, or rapid adoption in 2025.
- Companies with clear differentiation versus incumbents and credible go-to-market progress.
- Startups catalyzing ecosystems through integrations, open standards, or partnerships.
Why This Award Matters
- Independent recognition from a dedicated IoT authority.
- Visibility across IoThinkTank channels, press, and the Winners Page.
- Proof points that support fundraising, hiring, partnerships, and sales traction.
- Winner assets and badges to amplify your brand with customers and investors.
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: December 2, 2025
- Early Bird Deadline: January 16, 2026
- Final Entry Deadline: February 13, 2026
- Winners Announced: March 10, 2026
Entry Fees
- Early Bird: $295
- Regular Entry: $395
Eligibility
- Open worldwide to startups operating in IoT.
- Entries must highlight achievements launched, updated, or significantly advanced in 2025.
- Multiple category submissions are allowed; submit a distinct entry for each category.
What to Submit
- Narrative (250–400 words): Problem, solution, traction, and why your startup stands out in 2025.
- Evidence of traction: KPIs (ARR/MRR, pilots-to-paid, retention), customer wins, deployments, or growth.
- Technology snapshot: Architecture, integrations, security posture, and roadmap highlights.
- Go-to-market: ICP, channels, notable partnerships, and pipeline signals.
- Visuals: High-resolution logo and optional product/platform images.
- Supporting links: Website, case studies, press, investor updates, or analyst notes.
- Customer identity: Include client names when relevant; if names must be excluded from public materials, notify us in writing at submission.
Judging Criteria
- Innovation: Technical or business-model differentiation versus the status quo.
- Traction & impact: Real customer usage, outcomes, and momentum in 2025.
- Execution: Speed and quality of shipping, reliability, and learn/iterate cadence.
- Scalability: Path to broaden markets, expand features, or grow the ecosystem.
How to Apply
- Select this category on the application form.
- Provide the narrative, evidence, visuals, and supporting links as outlined above.
- Submit by the applicable deadline and complete payment.
Questions? Contact awards@iothinktank.com
Entry fees are charged at submission and are non-refundable. Customer or client identity should be included in your submission. If you need names excluded from public materials, notify us in writing at the time of submission. By submitting, you agree to the Submission Guidelines, Privacy Policy, and Terms and Conditions. IoThinkTank Best of Awards are independent and unaffiliated with other award programs.
Submission Info
Entry Schedule
- Entries Open: Dec. 2nd
- Early Bird Deadline: Jan 16th
- Final Entry Deadline: Feb. 13th
- Winners Announced: Mar. 10th
Fees
- Early Bird Fee: $295
- Regular Fee: $395
Benefits of Winning
Celebrating Success: Benefits of Winning an IoThinkTank IoT Award
Winning an IoThinkTank Award is more than just an accolade; it's a recognition of your exceptional contribution to a sustainable future. As a distinguished winner, you will enjoy a myriad of benefits that amplify the reach and impact of your initiatives:
1. Prominent Press Recognition:
- Your IoT project, company, or individual achievement will be prominently featured in a press release distributed by IoThinkTank. This widespread acknowledgment ensures that your success reverberates across industry channels, reaching a global audience.
2. Media Kit for Amplified Visibility:
- Receive an exclusive media kit, meticulously crafted to showcase your achievement. This kit includes high-quality logos and customized award badge(s) that you can integrate into your marketing materials, social media, and communication channels, amplifying the visibility of your environmental impact.
3. Authorized Use of IoThinkTank Logo and Awards Badge:
- Gain permission to proudly display the IoThinkTank logo and the prestigious IoT Environmental Impact Award badge on your official website and promotional materials. This visual testament serves as a symbol of your commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.
4. Inclusion in Winners Page:
- Enjoy a dedicated presence on the IoThinkTank Winners Page, featuring your company logo and a link to your website. This digital showcase ensures that industry professionals, peers, and stakeholders recognize and celebrate your achievement long after the awards ceremony.
5. Extended Exposure with a Year-Long Profile:
- Benefit from a full-year spotlight on IoThinkTank.com with a dedicated profile for your winning project, company, or individual contribution. Showcase your journey, milestones, and environmental impact, providing an immersive experience for visitors seeking insights into cutting-edge IoT solutions.
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