GelSight
PrivateLast Round
Grant
May 26, 2020
Total Funding Raised
$12.53M
Momentum
Top 25%
of companies Caplight tracks
Company Overview
GelSight operates in Frontier & Industrial Tech and is based in Waltham, Massachusetts. Its latest recorded funding round was a Grant round in May 2020.
GelSight is an electronic equipment and instruments company that develops sensor technology-based products designed to visualize and measure the three-dimensional topography of any surface.
Sector
Frontier & Industrial Tech
Verticals
Sensors, Smart Manufacturing, Computer Vision, Industrial Robotics
Business Model
B2B
Customer Profile
Hardware Sales, Hardware + Subscription, Government Contracts, Services & Consulting
AI Layer
Application
Historical Pricing
Historical view of private secondary pricing and transaction trends.
GelSight Comparables
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GelSight Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant | May 26, 2020 | ||||
| Series B | Jan 24, 2020 | ||||
| Grant | Dec 1, 2017 | ||||
| Series A | Mar 17, 2015 |
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Key People
Founding team and executive leadership
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GelSight Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| Anzu Partners | Series B |
| National Science Foundation | Grant |
Market signals
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- Jul 27, 2026
Open roles increased to 7, 2.3x the trailing average.
- Jan 21, 2026
Monthly visitors increased 214% MoM, reaching 21K.
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Recent news
Latest coverage and updates
- recognized_asOct 20, 2026
GelSight is selected as a Fast Company 2026 Next Big Things in Tech honoree in the Robotics & Automation category, with the recognition announced by Fast Company in Massachusetts on Oct 6th '26.
- recognized_asOct 20, 2026
In Massachusetts on Oct 20th '26, GelSight's Modulus surface measurement system is named to TIME’s list of the Best Inventions of 2026.
- receives_financingSep 10, 2026
GelSight receives $100K in grant funding from MassVentures.
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GelSight Filings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about GelSight's valuation, stock price, and market status.
Is GelSight a public or private company?
GelSight is a private company.
What is the current stock price of GelSight?
GelSight is a private company, so its shares have no public market price. Caplight tracks GelSight's secondary market activity and provides MarketPrice™ estimates of its share price to Caplight users.
How much is GelSight worth (valuation)?
Valuation information for GelSight is not publicly available.
Can I buy GelSight stock?
GelSight shares may be available on secondary markets subject to transfer restrictions. Caplight facilitates secondary market transactions for accredited investors.
When was GelSight's last funding round?
GelSight's most recent funding round was Grant on May 26, 2020.
Who are the main investors in GelSight?
Key investors in GelSight include Anzu Partners, National Science Foundation.
Will GelSight IPO soon?
No public IPO plans have been announced for GelSight.
How can I track GelSight secondary market activity?
Caplight tracks bids, offers, and trades in GelSight's shares on secondary markets.