What BIOMES does

BIOMES 4.0 GmbH, operating as BIOMES, is a Wildau, Germany-based biotechnology company founded in 2017 that commercialises direct-to-consumer gut microbiome testing. The company operates a certified in-house laboratory and applies Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) to DNA extracted from customer stool samples, identifying gut bacterial species and delivering personalized nutritional recommendations via an online dashboard. Its flagship product is INTEST.pro, positioned as the first DNA-based self-test for gut flora analysis, with companion SKUs for children (Kids Pro) and dogs, plus a portfolio of pre-, pro-, and postbiotic supplements and educational eBooks.

BIOMES sells through its own e-commerce storefront (shop.biomes.world) and leads generation via a free 90-second online health check quiz that recommends personalized supplements with an exclusive discount. The company localizes its storefront and content hub into German, English, Spanish, and French, and supports an affiliate Partnerprogramm and a B2B Solutions channel alongside EFRE/ESF non-dilutive funding. Pricing is not publicly disclosed on the main website, with a €99 free-shipping threshold providing the only public reference point. The company is privately held, employs 51–100 people, has raised approximately $5.6M+ across disclosed equity rounds (EXIST 2017, Yabeo 2020, GPS Ventures 2020, Keiyo Gas 2024), and is led by four co-founders covering CEO, CPO, CTO, and CCO functions.

Name

BIOMES

Legal name

BIOMES 4.0 GmbH

Website

https://BIOMES.world

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

BIOMES is a German biotechnology company that sells at-home DNA-based gut microbiome test kits (INTEST.pro for adults, kids, and dogs) via its own e-commerce storefront, delivering personalized nutritional recommendations through an in-house NGS laboratory and online dashboard.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Microbiome Testing Services

NAICS

Health and Personal Care Retailers (456), Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191)

SIC

In Vitro & In Vivo Diagnostic Substances (2835), Biological Products, (No Disgnostic Substances) (2836)

akta.pro primary industry

Microbiome Diagnostics & Biomarker Platforms (gut/skin/oral/vaginal) (HLAAAFAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Gut Health & Digestive Nutrition (IBS, GERD, Elimination Diets) (HSADAFAH), Probiotics & Digestive Health Supplements (CRADAGAF), Digestive Health OTC (Antacids, Laxatives, Anti-diarrheals, Probiotics OTC) (CRADAMAE)

Keywords

• Microbiome testing services
• Gut health analysis
• DNA sequencing tests
• At-home diagnostics
• Probiotic supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Wildau

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Microbiome Test Kits: One-time purchase revenue from selling at-home gut flora test kits (INTEST.pro for adults, Kids Pro for children, and dog microbiome analysis). Customers purchase the test kit, collect a sample at home, and send it to the lab for DNA analysis. Results are accessed via an online dashboard with detailed insights.
2. Nutritional Supplements: Sales of dietary supplements (Pre-, Pro-, and Postbiotics) positioned alongside the microbiome testing service. Supplements are recommended based on individual test results and gut health goals such as sleep, weight loss, fitness, digestion, and immune support.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

BIOMES sells at-home gut microbiome test kits (INTEST.pro for adults, Kids Pro for children, and a dog microbiome test) that customers self-administer and return to the company's certified laboratory for DNA-based analysis using Next Generation Sequencing (NGS). Results are delivered through an online dashboard with personalized nutrition recommendations, complemented by a portfolio of pre-, pro-, and postbiotic dietary supplements and educational eBooks.

Product overview

BIOMES offers a portfolio of DNA-based gut microbiome testing products centered on the INTEST.pro platform. The core offering consists of home test kits (for adults, children, and dogs) that analyze gut bacteria via Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and deliver personalized nutritional recommendations through an online dashboard. The product line extends to dietary supplements (prebiotics, probiotics, postbiotics) and educational eBooks, creating an integrated gut health ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• INTEST.pro: DNA-based gut flora analysis test using NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) method for identifying gut bacteria

Products and services

• INTEST.pro Adult Microbiome Test Primary at-home gut microbiome test kit for adults that analyzes gut bacteria DNA via NGS (Next Generation Sequencing) technology and delivers personalized nutrition recommendations through an online dashboard.
• Mikrobiom-Test Erwachsene (Adult Microbiome Test) Gut microbiome test kit designed for adult users providing DNA-based analysis of intestinal flora with personalized dietary recommendations, sold through the BIOMES e-commerce shop.
• Kids Pro Children's Microbiome Test Specialized at-home gut microbiome test for children that analyzes their unique microbiome composition and provides age-appropriate dietary recommendations for parents.
• Dog Microbiome Test (Mikrobiom-Test Hunde) At-home gut microbiome analysis test specifically developed for dogs, providing insights into canine digestive health and tailored probiotic recommendations for pet owners.
• Nutritional Supplements (Pre-, Pro-, Postbiotics) Dietary supplements including prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics that support health goals such as sleep, weight loss, fitness, digestion, and immune support, positioned as complements to microbiome test results.
• BIOMES eBooks (Digital Guides) Educational digital publications including guides on gut-healthy nutrition, gut-healthy recipes, and the gut & immune system, designed to support microbiome health knowledge for consumers.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Partner Program (Affiliate)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBIOMES operates a partner program (Partnerprogramm) for affiliate marketing purposes. The company also offers a B2B Solutions program for businesses looking to become partners. EFRE (European Regional Development Fund) and ESF (European Social Fund) funding is referenced, suggesting government institutional partnerships for research and development support.

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Viome Life Sciences: US-based direct-to-consumer gut and oral microbiome testing company using RNA sequencing and AI to produce personalized nutrition and supplement recommendations. Closest direct competitor to BIOMES in product, technology, and D2C model.
• ZOE: Consumer gut microbiome and blood-sugar testing combined with personalized nutrition scoring. Competes with BIOMES on the same value proposition of microbiome-driven personalized diet, with strong brand and substantially larger funding.
• Atlas Biomed: UK-based D2C microbiome and DNA test provider. Closely mirrors BIOMES' kit-plus-dashboard model with personalized recommendations, and overlaps in European market footprint.
• DayTwo: Microbiome-based personalized nutrition platform originally based on the Weizmann Institute's science. Targets both consumers and B2B/payer channels, comparable to BIOMES on the underlying science but with deeper clinical positioning.
• Thryve: Microbiome testing and analytics company serving both consumers and B2B clients. Overlaps with BIOMES on gut microbiome analysis and personalized recommendations, with a stronger enterprise/API angle.
• Sun Genomics: D2C gut microbiome testing company selling custom-formulated probiotic blends based on individual gut profiles. Closely matches BIOMES' test-plus-supplement ecosystem and personalization logic.
• Floré: Consumer microbiome testing brand producing personalized probiotic formulations, directly comparable to BIOMES' INTEST.pro + supplement offering.

Broad incumbents

• Seed Health: Science-forward probiotics and microbiome company with broader product portfolio. Not a test-kit competitor but competes for the same consumer wallet on microbiome-based supplements and personalized gut-health positioning.
• Thorne: Established premium supplement brand with at-home health testing extensions. Competes with BIOMES for the same premium wellness consumer and on supplement cross-sell rather than on sequencing depth.

Regional players

• Microba: Australia-based microbiome testing and therapeutics company with a D2C gut test and a B2B pipeline. Comparable technology and consumer offering to BIOMES but operating primarily in the APAC region rather than Europe.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/BIOMESworld
• Facebookfacebook.com/BIOMES.world

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors4 records

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

M&A

Investments

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

Frequently asked questions about BIOMES