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Bounce
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Bounce, Inc.
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usebounce.com
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Private
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2019
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Bounce (legal name: Bounce, Inc., formerly Bounce.com) is a San Francisco-headquartered, venture-backed private company founded in 2018/2019 that operates a two-sided marketplace for short-term luggage storage. The platform connects travelers who need temporary bag storage — typically before hotel check-in, after checkout, or during layovers and day trips — with local retail shops, hotels, convenience stores, and locker operators that monetize underutilized physical space. The company reports over 32,000 storage locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries, 3M+ users, and 6M+ bags stored cumulatively.

The product surface centers on a mobile app (iOS/Android) and web platform featuring QR-code-based booking confirmation, real-time location and availability maps, a 10% credit-based loyalty program, $10,000 per-booking bag protection insurance, and free cancellation. Beyond the core marketplace, Bounce has expanded into adjacent offerings including Bounce Delivery (luggage shipping, currently live in Japan and rolling out in Europe) and Bounce for Hotels (a partner program letting hotels monetize storage for guests). Distribution is anchored by native integrations with Airbnb (embedded in Airbnb's Services push) and KDDI (app-based smart lockers at KDDI flagship stores in Japan).

Bounce generates revenue through per-transaction storage fees (starting at $4.95/day, varying by location and bag size) and marketplace commissions split with partner locations. The company has raised approximately $32.2 million in disclosed funding: a $2M seed (2021), a $12M Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz (April 2022), and a $19M Series B led by Sapphire Sport (November 2024), with backing from General Catalyst, Lightspeed, Thayer Ventures, FJ Labs, GHARAGE Ventures, and others. In February 2026 Bounce acquired its French competitor Nannybag, and in May 2026 it was named an Airbnb Services launch partner. The company reports 300% YoY revenue growth in 2023 and 20x revenue growth since its 2022 Series A.

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Bounce operates a global two-sided marketplace connecting travelers with 32,000+ local shops, hotels, and lockers across 4,000+ cities for short-term luggage storage, with native integrations on Airbnb and KDDI. It serves individual travelers before/after check-in and monetizes per-booking fees starting at $4.95/day, plus adjacent bag-delivery and hotel-partner services.

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Operating
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101–250
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HeadquartersSan Francisco, United States
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San Francisco
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United States
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North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices2 records

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
luggage storage network, bag storage marketplace, travel storage platform, short-term luggage storage, traveler bag storage
Industry3 codes
1Baggage Services (Porters, Wrapping, Storage, Lost & Found)
CodeTHABALAGPrimaryYes
2Payment-Integrated Booking & Checkout Modules
CodeTHALADAOPrimaryNo
3Mobile Ticketing & Digital Pass Apps
CodeTHAIAMABPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Travel Agencies561510
  • Local Messengers and Local Delivery4922
SIC code1 code
  • Public Warehousing & Storage4220
Product category
Luggage Storage Services
GTM motion3 records

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Type, Description, Source

Revenue model3 records
1Per-Transaction Storage Fees
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Travelers pay per-bag storage fees starting at $4.95/day. Pricing varies by location and bag size, with smaller items like purses and briefcases costing less. Free cancellation before drop-off time.

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2Partner Commission from Small Businesses
TypeMarketplace Commission
Description

Bounce generates revenue for small business partners (retail stores, hotels, local shops) who provide storage space, taking a commission on bookings. The company reported generating tens of millions in additional revenue for its small business partners.

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3B2B Platform Fees
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Airbnb partnership involves Bounce providing luggage storage services integrated into Airbnb's platform. Airbnb charges 10-15% commission from third-party providers like Bounce.

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Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels4 records

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Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components3 values
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales
Pricing details1 tier
1Daily storage from $4.95/day for standard luggage
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

Base rate of $4.95/day for standard luggage. Smaller bags (purses, tote bags, briefcases) have reduced pricing. No size or quantity limits for storage items including surfboards, skis, and bicycles. Long-term storage (over a week) available by contacting support.

bounce.com
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeDigital Commerce or Conte…
Digital Commerce or Content
Core offering1 text field

Bounce operates a global marketplace that connects travelers with short-term luggage storage at a network of 32,000+ partner locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries. Travelers book storage via mobile app or website at retail stores, hotels, and locker sites, paying per-bag daily fees starting at $4.95. The service includes $10,000 bag protection, QR code-based drop-off and pickup, free cancellation, and a 10% credit-back loyalty program. The platform also offers a luggage delivery service (Bounce Delivery) and a hotel partner program (Bounce for Hotels), and it acquired French competitor Nannybag in 2026.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 4 values shown
  • Revenue grew 20x since Series A in 2022
+3 more records
Product overview1 text field

Bounce operates as a unified luggage storage platform with a core network of over 32,000 storage locations across 4,000+ cities worldwide. The platform consists of the Bounce mobile app for booking and managing storage, the core Bounce Luggage Storage service connecting travelers with local shops and hotels, the Bounce Delivery add-on for hands-free luggage shipping (currently in Japan and expanding), and Bounce for Hotels partner program. Following the acquisition of French competitor Nannybag, the company consolidated two major players in the on-demand storage market. Pricing starts at $4.95/day with $10,000 bag protection and free cancellation.

Product and service4 records
1Bounce Luggage Storage
CategoryLuggage Storage Marketplace
Description

Bounce's core marketplace offering, providing short-term luggage storage at 32,000+ partner locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries. Travelers book per-bag daily storage starting at $4.95, drop off and pick up using a QR code confirmation, and receive $10,000 bag protection and free cancellation.

2Bounce Delivery
CategoryLuggage Delivery Service
Description

Luggage delivery service that allows travelers to send their bags ahead to their next destination and pick them up when ready, enabling hands-free travel without carrying luggage.

3Bounce for Hotels
CategoryHotel Partner Program
Description

Hotel partnership program that enables hotels to offer luggage storage services to guests through Bounce's network, generating additional revenue for hotel partners while enhancing guest experience.

4Nannybag
CategoryAcquired Luggage Storage Brand (France)
Description

French luggage storage network acquired by Bounce, adding over 2,000 storage locations across 250 cities in France and bringing Bounce's total network to more than 10,000 storage points across 500 cities worldwide at the time of acquisition.

Scale indicator12 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership3 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnounced on2026-05-20
Description

Bounce's luggage storage service integrated as a native feature within Airbnb's platform. Allows guests to store bags before check-in or after checkout through Airbnb's app. Strategic partnership positioning Bounce as part of Airbnb's expanded 'Services' segment targeting $1 billion+ in annual revenue.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2026-02-26
Description

Bounce acquired its French competitor Nannybag for an undisclosed sum, consolidating two major players in the on-demand luggage storage market. The deal adds over 2,000 locations in 250 cities to Bounce's network, bringing total to more than 10,000 storage points across 500 cities worldwide.

Strategic tierFlagshipTypeStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnounced on2025-11-13
Description

Launch of Japan's first app-based smart luggage lockers called Bounce at KDDI flagship stores. Addresses shortage of coin lockers in popular tourist areas in Japan. KDDI is a major Japanese telecommunications company providing retail distribution for Bounce lockers.

Recent move6 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight6 records

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Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

French luggage storage marketplace that was Bounce's primary direct competitor before being acquired by Bounce in February 2026. Operated an equivalent app-based model connecting travelers with local shops and hotels for bag storage across 250+ European cities.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Direct competitor in the on-demand luggage storage marketplace space, with presence across European and US cities. Operates a similar partner-location model offering short-term bag storage to travelers with comparable per-day pricing.

TypeDirect peer
Description

UK-based luggage storage marketplace connecting travelers with hotels and shops. Particularly comparable given Bounce's stated UK focus and the 670+ partner locations it has built across British cities.

4StowEasy
TypeDirect peer
Description

Emerging on-demand luggage storage platform competing with Bounce in the partner-location model. Offers similar booking-app experience for short-term bag storage at shops and hotels in major tourist cities.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Earlier entrant in the short-term luggage storage space, offering hourly and daily bag storage at partner shops. Comparable business model and target customer (leisure and business travelers needing temporary storage).

TypeDirect peer
Description

Global luggage storage network operating in a similar model to Bounce with partner shops, hotels, and lockers. Significant European footprint making it a direct competitor in Bounce's densest market.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Bounce's strategic distribution partner and the dominant short-term rental platform. Recently added Bounce as a native Services offering in its 2026 Summer Release; as a much larger incumbent, Airbnb could choose to build competing storage internally if the partnership underperforms.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Major OTA with hundreds of millions of travelers and deep hotel relationships. Has the scale and traveler audience to launch competing luggage storage as a natural extension of its accommodation offering, posing a long-term threat to Bounce's marketplace.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Large online travel platform with global reach across flights, hotels, and activities. Represents a potential competitor or distribution partner in the broader travel services ecosystem where Bounce operates.

10Ecplug
TypeEmerging player
Description

Emerging player in luggage storage and related travel services with overlap in target customers. Represents a smaller but growing threat in specific geographic markets where Bounce is expanding.

Market position
Strengths5 records

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Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat5 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights7 records

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Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Named customers3 records

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Name, Industry, Type, Use case, Source, UUID

Segment2 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
Yes
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Docs URL, Description

Integration3 records

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AI maturity
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Has app

Feature4 records

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Core technology
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Profiles3 records

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Subsidiaries1 record

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Name, Acquired on, Relationship type, Type, Business focus

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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds6 records

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors13 records

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A1 record

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Bounce

Luggage Storage Servicesusebounce.com

Bounce operates a global two-sided marketplace connecting travelers with 32,000+ local shops, hotels, and lockers across 4,000+ cities for short-term luggage storage, with native integrations on Airbnb and KDDI. It serves individual travelers before/after check-in and monetizes per-booking fees starting at $4.95/day, plus adjacent bag-delivery and hotel-partner services.

What Bounce does

Bounce (legal name: Bounce, Inc., formerly Bounce.com) is a San Francisco-headquartered, venture-backed private company founded in 2018/2019 that operates a two-sided marketplace for short-term luggage storage. The platform connects travelers who need temporary bag storage — typically before hotel check-in, after checkout, or during layovers and day trips — with local retail shops, hotels, convenience stores, and locker operators that monetize underutilized physical space. The company reports over 32,000 storage locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries, 3M+ users, and 6M+ bags stored cumulatively.

The product surface centers on a mobile app (iOS/Android) and web platform featuring QR-code-based booking confirmation, real-time location and availability maps, a 10% credit-based loyalty program, $10,000 per-booking bag protection insurance, and free cancellation. Beyond the core marketplace, Bounce has expanded into adjacent offerings including Bounce Delivery (luggage shipping, currently live in Japan and rolling out in Europe) and Bounce for Hotels (a partner program letting hotels monetize storage for guests). Distribution is anchored by native integrations with Airbnb (embedded in Airbnb's Services push) and KDDI (app-based smart lockers at KDDI flagship stores in Japan).

Bounce generates revenue through per-transaction storage fees (starting at $4.95/day, varying by location and bag size) and marketplace commissions split with partner locations. The company has raised approximately $32.2 million in disclosed funding: a $2M seed (2021), a $12M Series A led by Andreessen Horowitz (April 2022), and a $19M Series B led by Sapphire Sport (November 2024), with backing from General Catalyst, Lightspeed, Thayer Ventures, FJ Labs, GHARAGE Ventures, and others. In February 2026 Bounce acquired its French competitor Nannybag, and in May 2026 it was named an Airbnb Services launch partner. The company reports 300% YoY revenue growth in 2023 and 20x revenue growth since its 2022 Series A.

Bounce firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Bounce
Legal name
Bounce, Inc.
Website
https://usebounce.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
2019
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
101–250 employees
Short description
Bounce operates a global two-sided marketplace connecting travelers with 32,000+ local shops, hotels, and lockers across 4,000+ cities for short-term luggage storage, with native integrations on Airbnb and KDDI. It serves individual travelers before/after check-in and monetizes per-booking fees starting at $4.95/day, plus adjacent bag-delivery and hotel-partner services.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Bounce industry classification

Industry
Product category
Luggage Storage Services
NAICS
Travel Agencies (561510), Local Messengers and Local Delivery (4922)
SIC
Public Warehousing & Storage (4220)
akta.pro primary industry
Baggage Services (Porters, Wrapping, Storage, Lost & Found) (THABALAG)
akta.pro secondary industries
Payment-Integrated Booking & Checkout Modules (THALADAO), Mobile Ticketing & Digital Pass Apps (THAIAMAB)

Keywords

  • Luggage storage network
  • Bag storage marketplace
  • Travel storage platform
  • Short-term luggage storage
  • Traveler bag storage

Where Bounce is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
San Francisco
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

Bounce business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Digital Commerce or Content
Cost components
Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

  1. Per-Transaction Storage Fees: Travelers pay per-bag storage fees starting at $4.95/day. Pricing varies by location and bag size, with smaller items like purses and briefcases costing less. Free cancellation before drop-off time.
  2. Partner Commission from Small Businesses: Bounce generates revenue for small business partners (retail stores, hotels, local shops) who provide storage space, taking a commission on bookings. The company reported generating tens of millions in additional revenue for its small business partners.
  3. B2B Platform Fees: Airbnb partnership involves Bounce providing luggage storage services integrated into Airbnb's platform. Airbnb charges 10-15% commission from third-party providers like Bounce.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goDaily storage from $4.95/day for standard luggage

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Bounce product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Bounce operates a global marketplace that connects travelers with short-term luggage storage at a network of 32,000+ partner locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries. Travelers book storage via mobile app or website at retail stores, hotels, and locker sites, paying per-bag daily fees starting at $4.95. The service includes $10,000 bag protection, QR code-based drop-off and pickup, free cancellation, and a 10% credit-back loyalty program. The platform also offers a luggage delivery service (Bounce Delivery) and a hotel partner program (Bounce for Hotels), and it acquired French competitor Nannybag in 2026.

Product overview

Bounce operates as a unified luggage storage platform with a core network of over 32,000 storage locations across 4,000+ cities worldwide. The platform consists of the Bounce mobile app for booking and managing storage, the core Bounce Luggage Storage service connecting travelers with local shops and hotels, the Bounce Delivery add-on for hands-free luggage shipping (currently in Japan and expanding), and Bounce for Hotels partner program. Following the acquisition of French competitor Nannybag, the company consolidated two major players in the on-demand storage market. Pricing starts at $4.95/day with $10,000 bag protection and free cancellation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Bounce Luggage Storage Bounce's core marketplace offering, providing short-term luggage storage at 32,000+ partner locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries. Travelers book per-bag daily storage starting at $4.95, drop off and pick up using a QR code confirmation, and receive $10,000 bag protection and free cancellation.
  • Bounce Delivery Luggage delivery service that allows travelers to send their bags ahead to their next destination and pick them up when ready, enabling hands-free travel without carrying luggage.
  • Bounce for Hotels Hotel partnership program that enables hotels to offer luggage storage services to guests through Bounce's network, generating additional revenue for hotel partners while enhancing guest experience.
  • Nannybag French luggage storage network acquired by Bounce, adding over 2,000 storage locations across 250 cities in France and bringing Bounce's total network to more than 10,000 storage points across 500 cities worldwide at the time of acquisition.

Quantifiable outcome

  • Revenue grew 20x since Series A in 2022
  • +3 more outcomes

Companies that use Bounce

Customer profile

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Bounce technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Bounce partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

  • AirbnbcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 20 May 2026Bounce's luggage storage service integrated as a native feature within Airbnb's platform. Allows guests to store bags before check-in or after checkout through Airbnb's app. Strategic partnership positioning Bounce as part of Airbnb's expanded 'Services' segment targeting $1 billion+ in annual revenue.
  • NannybagcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Bounce acquired its French competitor Nannybag for an undisclosed sum, consolidating two major players in the on-demand luggage storage market. The deal adds over 2,000 locations in 250 cities to Bounce's network, bringing total to more than 10,000 storage points across 500 cities worldwide.
  • KDDIflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 November 2025Launch of Japan's first app-based smart luggage lockers called Bounce at KDDI flagship stores. Addresses shortage of coin lockers in popular tourist areas in Japan. KDDI is a major Japanese telecommunications company providing retail distribution for Bounce lockers.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Bounce competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Nannybag: French luggage storage marketplace that was Bounce's primary direct competitor before being acquired by Bounce in February 2026. Operated an equivalent app-based model connecting travelers with local shops and hotels for bag storage across 250+ European cities.
  • LuggageHero: Direct competitor in the on-demand luggage storage marketplace space, with presence across European and US cities. Operates a similar partner-location model offering short-term bag storage to travelers with comparable per-day pricing.
  • CityStasher: UK-based luggage storage marketplace connecting travelers with hotels and shops. Particularly comparable given Bounce's stated UK focus and the 670+ partner locations it has built across British cities.
  • StowEasy: Emerging on-demand luggage storage platform competing with Bounce in the partner-location model. Offers similar booking-app experience for short-term bag storage at shops and hotels in major tourist cities.
  • Vertoe: Earlier entrant in the short-term luggage storage space, offering hourly and daily bag storage at partner shops. Comparable business model and target customer (leisure and business travelers needing temporary storage).
  • Radical Storage: Global luggage storage network operating in a similar model to Bounce with partner shops, hotels, and lockers. Significant European footprint making it a direct competitor in Bounce's densest market.

Broad incumbents

  • Airbnb: Bounce's strategic distribution partner and the dominant short-term rental platform. Recently added Bounce as a native Services offering in its 2026 Summer Release; as a much larger incumbent, Airbnb could choose to build competing storage internally if the partnership underperforms.
  • Booking.com: Major OTA with hundreds of millions of travelers and deep hotel relationships. Has the scale and traveler audience to launch competing luggage storage as a natural extension of its accommodation offering, posing a long-term threat to Bounce's marketplace.
  • Expedia Group: Large online travel platform with global reach across flights, hotels, and activities. Represents a potential competitor or distribution partner in the broader travel services ecosystem where Bounce operates.

Emerging players

  • Ecplug: Emerging player in luggage storage and related travel services with overlap in target customers. Represents a smaller but growing threat in specific geographic markets where Bounce is expanding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Bounce social profiles

Digital presence

Bounce financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Bounce leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Bounce subsidiaries and ownership

Company hierarchy

Subsidiaries1 record

Bounce funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds6 records

Investors13 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Bounce M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A1 record

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Bounce

What does Bounce do?

Bounce operates a global marketplace that connects travelers with short-term luggage storage at a network of 32,000+ partner locations across 4,000+ cities in 100+ countries. Travelers book storage via mobile app or website at retail stores, hotels, and locker sites, paying per-bag daily fees starting at $4.95. The service includes $10,000 bag protection, QR code-based drop-off and pickup, free cancellation, and a 10% credit-back loyalty program. The platform also offers a luggage delivery service (Bounce Delivery) and a hotel partner program (Bounce for Hotels), and it acquired French competitor Nannybag in 2026.

Is Bounce a public or private company?

Bounce is a private company. It is classified as venture growth investor backed and is currently operating.

When was Bounce founded?

Bounce was founded in 2019. It employs 101 to 250 people.

Where is Bounce based?

Bounce is headquartered in San Francisco, United States, in the North America region.

How does Bounce make money?

Three revenue lines are on record. Per-Transaction Storage Fees are the primary driver. The others are partner Commission from Small Businesses and B2B Platform Fees.

Who are Bounce's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Nannybag, LuggageHero, CityStasher, StowEasy, Vertoe and Radical Storage. Broad incumbents are Airbnb, Booking.com and Expedia Group. Ecplug is listed as an emerging player.

Does Bounce have an API?

No public API is recorded for Bounce.

What industry is Bounce in?

Bounce's product category is Luggage Storage Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THABALAG, Baggage Services (Porters, Wrapping, Storage, Lost & Found), with a secondary code of THALADAO, Payment-Integrated Booking & Checkout Modules. Its NAICS code is 561510 and its SIC code is 4220.

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Japan TodayYou can send your suitcase from Tokyo to Kyoto on shinkansen for same-day delivery… but it’ll cost youJTB's Luggage Express offers same-day luggage delivery between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka via the Tokaido Shinkansen, launching a partnership with Bounce to expand access. The express service costs 16,500 yen per item, while regular service is 13,200 yen, making it expensive compared to next-day options.VestbeeAre investors betting on startups that take us off-screen?Investors are backing startups that encourage offline social interaction, as screen fatigue searches rose 255% and digital detox searches 58% in 2026. Examples include Timeleft, Joiner, and Poolhouse, with funding ranging from €2.2M to $55M. The thesis is that offline experiences become more valuable as software becomes cheaper.London Business NewsLuggage storage in London: Five options compared - London Business NewsLondon luggage storage options include app-based networks (Stasher, Bounce, LuggageHero, Radical Storage) and station counters, with prices ranging from £1.49 to £15 per bag per day. Stasher offers up to £10,000 guarantee per booking, while station counters cost around £15 for 24 hours. Booking via app secures a spot, while counters take walk-ins.TechdirtBeneath The Enshittification, Something Amazing Is GrowingThe author reflects on Terry Godier's essay about the enduring open internet beneath commercial layers, and reports on the Open Social Awards. Winners include Newsmast Foundation, Blacksky Algorithms, and Sill, with developers building on ATproto and ActivityPub. The author expects breakthroughs beyond rebuilding centralized services.The Next WebAirbnb adds hotels, car rentals, and AI support in summer updateAirbnb's summer 2026 release adds boutique hotels in 20 cities, car rentals, luggage storage, and thousands of new experiences. The company is expanding its AI customer service bot, which now handles 40% of queries, and plans a voice-based assistant later this year. CEO Brian Chesky said chatbots are not the right interface for travel.Travel And Tour WorldJapan’s 2026 Travel Hack: Hands-Free Sightseeing and Smart Luggage Services Are Revolutionising Your Trip!In 2026, Japan is transforming its tourism infrastructure by expanding hands-free sightseeing services, including luggage storage and delivery networks, to address record-breaking visitor numbers and reduce congestion at transportation hubs and historic districts. Platforms like ecbo cloak and Bounce have enabled over 2,500 locations nationwide—including shops, cafes, and even Shinto shrines—to offer online-reservable storage with same-day delivery and extended stays up to 30 days. The government is exploring a unified digital platform for nationwide implementation, positioning Japan alongside Taiwan and Seoul as a leader in smart travel infrastructure.Startup ResearcherBounce Acquires Luggage Storage Competitor NannybagBounce, a luggage storage platform, has acquired its French competitor Nannybag for an undisclosed sum, consolidating two major players in the on-demand storage market. The deal adds over 2,000 locations in 250 cities to Bounce's network, bringing its total to more than 10,000 storage points across 500 cities worldwide. Bounce reported 300% year-over-year growth in 2023 and has raised $20 million from investors including Andreessen Horowitz, General Catalyst, and Lightspeed Venture Partners.GlobeNewswireSuper League Acquires Let’s Bounce, Inc. to Accelerate Full Funnel Marketing within Gaming and UGC ChannelsSuper League announced the acquisition of Let\u2019s Bounce, Inc., a marketing technology company focused on scalable, measurable brand engagement inside gaming and UGC environments. The acquisition is expected to have an immediate positive impact on Super League\u2019s path to profitability by adding turnkey loyalty solutions, more efficient in-game marketing programs, and a roadmap to automated campaign measurement. Bounce\u2019s co-founders Barak Chamo and Jasper Degens will join Super League as Directors of Product and Engineering, each receiving 331,609 shares as inducement grants.The Fast ModeKDDI Partners with US-based Bounce to Offer Japan’s First App-Based Smart Luggage LockersKDDI announced the launch of Bounce luggage storage service at its flagship stores in Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Ueno, and Minatomirai, starting November 13, 2025, marking Japan's first app-based smart luggage locker system. The service, backed by up to 1 million yen in insurance coverage, aims to address the shortage of coin lockers in tourist areas amid rising inbound tourism. KDDI invested in Bounce through its KDDI Open Innovation Fund 3 in 2024, positioning the partnership as part of Japan's Hands-Free Travel initiative to enhance convenience for international visitors.Which?The luggage storage apps that let you leave your bags anywhereNew luggage storage apps let travelers leave bags at cafes, shops, and hotels for a fee. Bounce offers the most locations and £10,000 protection, while Stasher and LuggageHero provide lower coverage. Excess Baggage Company has manned lockers but higher costs.