Snap One

What Snap One does

Snap One is a B2B distributor and solutions provider of smart-living technology serving professional integrators and custom installers in the residential and commercial markets across the United States. The company operates an exclusive authorized-dealer channel — products are not sold directly to end consumers — combining a proprietary product portfolio with distributed third-party brands. Core proprietary platforms include Control4 (home automation unifying lighting, climate, entertainment, security, and networking), OvrC (a roughly decade-old cloud-based remote monitoring and management platform for installed devices), ClareOne (wireless security and smart-home panel), and ClareVision (IP surveillance with ONVIF S/T compliance and NDAA compliance). These are supported by 20+ exclusive sub-brands covering audio (Episode, Triad), networking (Access Networks, Araknis, Pakedge), lighting (Lux by Control4), outdoor displays (SunBriteTV), power management (WattBox), surveillance (Luma, Visualint, Capture), and structured wiring (Binary, Wirepath, ADI PRO). Snap One distributes additional third-party brands including Sonos, Lutron, Google Nest, Ring, ecobee, Qolsys, Honeywell Home, PDK, Alarm.com, Klipsch, KEF, Ubiquiti, and Yamaha.

Name

Snap One

Legal name

Snap One, LLC

Website

https://snapav.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Snap One is a US-based B2B distributor of smart-home, security, audio, video, networking, and lighting products sold exclusively through authorized professional integrators, operating proprietary platforms (Control4, OvrC, ClareOne) alongside 20+ exclusive and distributed brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Home and Pro AV Distribution

NAICS

Software Publishers (513210), Other Motion Picture and Video Industries (512199)

SIC

Photographic Equipment & Supplies (3861), Computer Storage Devices (3572)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud Video Surveillance (VSaaS) Setup & Management (HSAHACAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Responsible AI, Security & Privacy Platforms (Safety, Guardrails, PII) (HDAEANAG)

Keywords

• Smart home automation
• Professional AV distribution
• Home security systems
• Commercial audio video
• Custom integration products

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlotte

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Snap One generates primary revenue through sale of proprietary and distributed brand hardware products including control systems, audio/video equipment, networking gear, surveillance cameras, smart security devices, lighting controls, power management, mounts, racks, and structured wiring. Products sold exclusively to authorized dealers.
2. Software Subscriptions: Recurring revenue from software services including Control4 Connect and Assist subscriptions, OvrC Pro licenses, ARCC remote management software ($30/device/year), and Parasol remote monitoring services (Essential $27.99/month, Enhanced $49.99/month).
3. Professional Services: Revenue from dealer training, certifications, design services, and extended warranty programs. Includes education courses, technician certifications, and system design consulting services.
4. Distributed Brand Products: Revenue from third-party brand products distributed through the platform including Sonos, Sony, Lutron, Nest, Ring, Qolsys, and other smart home and security brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Snap One is a B2B distributor and solutions provider of smart-living products, services, and software sold exclusively through authorized professional technology integrators and dealers. The company offers proprietary platforms including Control4 home automation, OvrC remote management, ClareOne security panels, and ClareVision surveillance, complemented by 20+ exclusive sub-brands and distributed third-party brands covering audio, video, networking, lighting, power, and surveillance categories.

Product overview

Snap One, now part of ADI Global Distribution (a Resideo company), operates as a B2B technology distributor and solutions provider serving custom integrators and professional installers in the residential and commercial smart technology market. The company's product portfolio centers on its core proprietary platforms: Control4 (home automation), OvrC (remote monitoring and management), ClareOne (security and smart home panel), and ClareVision (surveillance cameras). These core platforms are complemented by numerous exclusive sub-brands including networking (Access Networks, Araknis, Pakedge), audio (Episode, Triad), lighting (Lux by Control4), displays (SunBrite, Dragonfly), power management (WattBox), mounts/racks (Strong, Avarro), and surveillance (Luma, Visualint, Capture). Snap One also distributes third-party brands including Nest, Ring, ecobee, Lutron, Sonos, Qolsys, Honeywell Home, PDK, and others. The company offers additional services including Parasol remote monitoring, ARCC network management, Control4 Connect/Assist subscriptions, D-Tools Cloud integration, and design/programming services. Snap One Partner Stores provide local presence with 30+ locations across the US.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Control4: Smart home automation and control systems platform
• Clare
• ClareVision
• Lux by Control4
• OvrC
• Triad
• SunBriteTV
• Access Networks
• Araknis
• Episode
• Luma
• WattBox
• Visualint
• Binary
• Strong
• Wirepath
• Nearus
• Sense
• Dragonfly
• Capture
• Avarro
• ADI PRO
• ARCC

Products and services

• Control4 Comprehensive home automation platform enabling integrated control of lighting, climate, entertainment, security, and energy management through a unified interface. Supports wired and wireless configurations for new builds and retrofit installations. Target customers are authorized professional integrators installing smart home systems for residential and commercial end users.
• OvrC Remote monitoring and management (RMM) platform enabling authorized integrators to remotely monitor, troubleshoot, and manage installed smart home and security systems across amplifiers, lighting, media over IP, networking, power, and surveillance devices. Provides device diagnostics and proactive support capabilities.
• ClareOne Wireless security and smart home panel combining intrusion detection, home automation, video surveillance, and professional monitoring capabilities. Supports LTE connectivity and integrates with ClareVision cameras and third-party smart home devices for residential and commercial installations.
• ClareVision Line of IP security cameras and NVRs supporting up to 4MP resolution with Wi-Fi connectivity, H.265+ video encoding, night vision up to 25m, local SD storage up to 256GB, and native integration with ClareOne and Control4 platforms. Supports ONVIF S/T profiles for interoperability. NDAA compliant.
• Lux by Control4 Premium lighting control line featuring keypads, dimmers, switches, and outlets designed for luxury residential and commercial spaces. Offers 19 color choices across three finishes with patent-pending dimming technology supporting up to 600-watt load capacity.
• Access Networks
• Araknis
• Episode
• Triad
• Luma
• SunBrite
• WattBox
• Strong
• Visualint
• Clare
• Parasol Services
• ARCC Remote Management
• Control4 Connect
• Control4 Assist
• PDK Access Control Cloud-based access control hardware and software from ProdataKey enabling physical access management, timed schedules, and scalable credentialing options including Bluetooth, mobile, wearable credentials, and keycards. Distributed through Snap One/ADI as Snap One's entry into the access control market.
• OvrC Pro Hub
• D-Tools Cloud
• Portal.io

Quantifiable outcome

• Snap One integration delivered roughly $75 million of synergies ahead of schedule
• +1 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration9 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationControl4 is Snap One's proprietary home automation platform enabling integrated control of lighting, climate, security, entertainment, and networking across residential and commercial installations. Snap One owns and develops the Control4 platform.
• OvrCcoreTechnology or IntegrationOvrC is Snap One's proprietary cloud-based remote management platform enabling dealers to monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot installed systems. Supports Amplifiers, Lighting, Media over IP, Networking, Power, and Surveillance devices. Celebrating 10 years of operation.
• Clare ControlscoreTechnology or IntegrationClare Controls provides ClareOne wireless security and smart home panels and ClareVision surveillance cameras as Snap One exclusive brands. Products integrate with Control4 and support standalone configurations via ClareVision app.
• PSNI Global AllianceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSnap One is a member of PSNI Global Alliance, a network of professional audio/video integrators enabling global project support and collaboration.
• CEDIAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSnap One participates in CEDIA (Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association), the industry association for home technology professionals. Company supports CEDIA training programs and certification.
• AVIXAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSnap One is a member of AVIXA (Audiovisual and Integrated Experience Association), the trade association representing the pro AV industry worldwide.
• NSCAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSnap One is a member of NSCA (National Systems Contractors Association), supporting the commercial AV and electronic systems industry.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Crestron Electronics: Crestron is a leading manufacturer of integrated AV and smart home control systems sold through professional integrators, directly competing with Snap One's Control4 platform in residential and commercial automation installations.
• Savant Systems: Savant provides premium home automation and smart living control systems distributed exclusively through authorized integrators, competing head-to-head with Control4 in the high-end residential market.
• Lutron Electronics: Lutron is a specialist manufacturer of lighting controls, motorized shades, and smart home solutions sold through professional dealers, competing directly with Snap One's Lux by Control4 and distributed Lutron products.
• URC (Universal Remote Control): URC provides whole-home automation and control systems sold exclusively through authorized dealers, directly competing with Snap One's Control4 platform for residential and light commercial installations.
• RTI (Remote Technologies Inc): RTI develops control and automation systems for residential and commercial AV applications distributed through a professional integrator channel, overlapping with Snap One's automation platform offering.
• Alarm.com: Alarm.com provides cloud-based smart home security and automation platforms sold through professional dealers and security installers, competing with Snap One's ClareOne and Control4 security and automation offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Legrand: Legrand is a global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures including AV, lighting, and data communications, serving the same professional installer channel as Snap One with a broader portfolio of products.
• ADT: ADT is a major professionally installed and monitored security provider, overlapping with Snap One's ClareOne and ClareVision security offerings in the residential and commercial channel.
• Vivint Smart Home: Vivint is a large smart home services provider offering professionally installed security and automation systems, serving as a broader-scale incumbent overlapping with Snap One's residential smart home portfolio.

Emerging players

• Brilliant Smart Home: Brilliant offers smart home control panels integrating lighting, climate, and entertainment with broad smart home ecosystem support, representing an emerging category that competes for installer mindshare against Control4 and ClareOne.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/ADIGlobalDist
• Facebookfacebook.com/SnapAV
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/snaponellc
• Instagraminstagram.com/adiglobaldist
• Xx.com/Snap_One_

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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

M&A4 records

Investments

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

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