What JetKVM does

JetKVM (legally BuildJet, Inc., a USA-domiciled private corporation founded in 2024) designs and sells a compact, open-source KVM over IP hardware appliance that enables full remote control of any computer via HDMI video capture and USB keyboard/mouse emulation. The device streams 1080p video at 60 FPS with 30-60 millisecond end-to-end latency using WebRTC and H.264 encoding, runs a Linux/BusyBox core with a Golang backend and React-based web dashboard, and exposes an RJ-12 extension port for hardware add-ons including an ATX power-control board, a DC power control module, and a serial console extension. An optional opt-in JetKVM Cloud service (WebRTC with STUN/TURN) provides remote NAT-traversal access, and the entire software stack (firmware, dashboard, and Cloud API) is published on GitHub under GPL, supported by an active Discord community.

The company's revenue model centers on direct-to-consumer hardware sales through jetkvm.com plus authorized resellers (Wisdpi and iKoolCore) shipping to 60+ countries, with a hardware extension portfolio creating attach revenue per customer. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; cloud access is positioned as free and optional today, though the architecture leaves room for future premium subscription tiers. Enterprise and bulk sales are routed through a dedicated sales channel. JetKVM targets IT professionals, system administrators, and home-lab enthusiasts who require BIOS-level remote access, boot failure recovery, and management of headless servers, mini PCs, and NAS devices — positioning as a lower-cost, developer-friendly alternative to traditional enterprise KVM-over-IP vendors.

The company launched via Kickstarter in October 2024, raising approximately $5.93M, shipped first units in December 2024, and formally closed its crowdfunding chapter in August 2025 to focus on retail operations. Co-founders Adam Shiervani and Lian Duan lead a small team with no disclosed institutional venture backing; brand traction is evidenced by 4.7K GitHub stars on the jetkvm/kvm repository and security research identifying 1,600+ deployed devices. No headcount, revenue, or formal valuation figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

JetKVM

Legal name

BuildJet, Inc.

Website

https://jetkvm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Short description

JetKVM (BuildJet, Inc.) sells an open-source, Linux-based mini KVM over IP hardware appliance that streams 1080p/60FPS video at 30-60ms latency for full remote computer control. It targets IT professionals, system administrators, and home lab enthusiasts globally via direct-to-consumer and reseller channels.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

KVM over IP hardware

NAICS

Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (3343)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576)

akta.pro primary industry

KVM Switches & Peripheral Sharing Devices (HDACAHAI)

Keywords

• KVM over IP
• Remote computer management
• Hardware KVM device
• Server administration tools
• Remote desktop hardware

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Device Sales: Sale of the JetKVM KVM over IP hardware device as the primary revenue stream. The device is sold directly through the website and through authorized resellers.
2. Hardware Extensions: Sale of extension modules including ATX Extension Board, DC Power Control Extension, and Serial Console Extension through authorized resellers (Wisdpi, iKoolCore).
3. Optional Cloud Services: Optional JetKVM Cloud service for remote access. While the basic cloud access may have a free tier, the opt-in nature suggests potential premium cloud services for enhanced remote connectivity features.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

JetKVM designs, manufactures, and sells a mini open-source KVM over IP hardware device that enables remote keyboard, video, and mouse control of any computer with HDMI and USB interfaces. The Linux-based appliance streams 1080p video at 60 FPS with 30-60ms latency over WebRTC/H.264 and is accessed through a browser-based dashboard or via the optional JetKVM Cloud service. The company also sells an ecosystem of RJ-12 hardware extensions (ATX, DC power control, serial console) and offers open-source software (Golang backend, React dashboard, Cloud API) under GPL.

Product overview

JetKVM offers a unified hardware and software solution for remote computer management, centered on the JetKVM core device—a Linux-based, open-source KVM over IP hardware appliance. The product portfolio includes three extension modules (ATX Extension Board, DC Power Control Extension, and Serial Console Extension) that connect via an RJ-12 extension port to add power management and serial console capabilities. Remote access is available either locally via browser or optionally through JetKVM Cloud, an opt-in WebRTC-based cloud service. The entire software stack, including KVM Runtime (Go backend), React-based dashboard, and Cloud API, is open source under GPL.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• JetKVM Cloud: Optional cloud-based remote access service for JetKVM devices using WebRTC technology.
• ATX Extension Board
• DC Power Control Extension
• Serial Console Extension

Products and services

• JetKVM Hardware-based KVM over IP device that enables remote access and management of computers through HDMI video capture and USB keyboard/mouse control, streaming 1080p at 60 FPS with 30-60ms latency using H.264 encoding over WebRTC. Targeted at IT professionals, system administrators, home lab enthusiasts, and developers who need BIOS access, OS installation, and boot recovery on remote machines.
• ATX Extension Board Control board that connects to a computer motherboard's front panel headers through the JetKVM's RJ-12 extension port to provide remote power-on, power-off, and reset control of desktop computers. Includes dual headers for simultaneous KVM control and retention of the original front panel buttons.
• DC Power Control Extension Extension module enabling remote power management of DC-powered devices such as mini PCs and NAS units, supporting DC input from 12 to 20 volts via 5.5x2.1mm adapters and controlled through the JetKVM interface.
• Serial Console Extension Extension providing RS-232 and RJ-12 connectivity options for direct access to device serial consoles for diagnostics and low-level control, accessible through the browser via the JetKVM interface.
• JetKVM Cloud Optional cloud-based remote access service using WebRTC for secure direct connections, including STUN and TURN servers for NAT traversal, designed with privacy-first opt-in access. Provides remote management of JetKVM devices without requiring complex network configuration.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30-60ms end-to-end latency for responsive remote control
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• WisdpicoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized reseller for JetKVM products including Serial Console Extension, DC Power Control Extension, and ATX Extension Board. Ships globally to 60+ countries.
• iKoolCorecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized reseller for JetKVM products including Serial Console Extension, DC Power Control Extension, and ATX Extension Board. Ships globally to 60+ countries.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Black Box: Long-standing KVM, AV, and infrastructure solutions vendor serving enterprise and government. Black Box is comparable on KVM-over-IP product category and enterprise channel relationships, though it operates at a much larger scale.
• ATEN International: Established Taiwanese manufacturer of KVM switches, console servers, and remote-management appliances for enterprise and SMB markets. ATEN represents the incumbent category leader against which JetKVM's prosumer value proposition is benchmarked.
• Lantronix: Provider of remote console servers, out-of-band management, and IoT connectivity hardware. Lantronix's console server line competes with JetKVM's serial console extension and out-of-band management use cases at enterprise customers.
• Adder Technology: UK-based KVM and IP-based high-performance KVM switch manufacturer targeting enterprise, broadcast, and post-production. Adder is comparable on product category and IP-based KVM technology, but operates at much higher price points and enterprise scale.
• Raritan (Legrand): Enterprise KVM and intelligent PDU vendor owned by Legrand, serving data center and broadcast customers. Raritan is the relevant incumbent benchmark for any JetKVM move up-market into data center deployments.
• Opengear (Digi International): Vendor of console servers, out-of-band management, and network resilience appliances for data centers and branch offices. Opengear competes with JetKVM on the out-of-band remote management use case at enterprise customers, though with a more rugged, carrier-grade positioning.

Emerging players

• Sipeed: Chinese hardware maker of RISC-V and ARM-based single-board computers and accessories, including the NanoKVM line. Sipeed is comparable because it designs and ships similar compact, open-source-friendly KVM hardware and competes for the same maker and prosumer audience.

Direct peers

• PiKVM: Open-source DIY KVM over IP project based on Raspberry Pi compute modules. PiKVM is the closest direct competitor to JetKVM, targeting the same prosumer and home-lab segment with a similar open-source, community-driven positioning.
• TinyPilot: DIY-style KVM over IP device targeted at hobbyists and home-lab users, sold as a pre-built appliance. TinyPilot occupies the same prosumer niche as JetKVM and is often compared by reviewers as a direct alternative.
• NanoKVM: Compact, low-cost KVM over IP device from Sipeed that competes head-to-head with JetKVM on form factor, open-source software, and prosumer pricing. NanoKVM is one of the most direct form-factor and price competitors.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/jetkvm
• GitHubgithub.com/jetkvm

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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 →

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