Airo Brands
Airo Brands is a privately held cannabis consumer products company that designs an integrated closed-loop vaporizer platform (AiroPro hardware, AiroPod cartridges, AiroX disposables) plus Oria edibles, selling through 1,800+ licensed dispensaries across 23 U.S. states and, since March 2026, into European medical pharmacy channels via a CE-certified device.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2017
- HeadquartersStaten Island, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Airo Brands does
Airo Brands, Inc. is a privately held, Delaware-incorporated cannabis consumer products company headquartered in Staten Island, New York, that designs and distributes a closed-loop vaporizer platform and ancillary cannabis products through licensed dispensaries and, more recently, European pharmacy channels. The company's core architecture is an integrated hardware-and-oil system: the AiroPro rechargeable vaporizer pairs exclusively with magnetic-locking AiroPod oil cartridges, supported by a custom ceramic atomizer, precision airflow design, haptic feedback, and a leak-resistant sealed construction. Disposables (AiroX1 at 1g and AiroX2 at 2g) and the Oria cannabis-infused gummy line round out the SKU portfolio, which spans multiple oil series (Artisan, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, Live Rosin, Artisan Ice) plus edible formulations.
Revenue is generated through one-time hardware sales (AiroPro, AiroX1, AiroX2) and recurring consumable pod/cartridge purchases (AiroPod) plus edibles (Oria), all sold through licensed dispensaries in U.S. states with legal THC frameworks — currently 1,800+ retail locations across 23 states — with no direct-to-consumer e-commerce due to regulatory restrictions. In March 2026, Airo extended its model into regulated medical channels via a CE-certified Class IIa Airo Medical Inhalation Device launched in Germany through a partnership with SOMAI Pharmaceuticals (EU-GMP certified extracts), with stated plans to expand further into Europe and Australia. The company self-reports seven Cannabis Cup wins, millions of units sold, and a return rate under 0.1%; leadership comprises CEO Richard Yost and President Roy Anise, with a disclosed headcount of 11–50 employees consistent with an outsourced-manufacturing operating model.
Airo Brands firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Airo Brands
- Legal name
- Airo Brands, Inc.
- Website
- https://airobrands.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2017
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Airo Brands is a privately held cannabis consumer products company that designs an integrated closed-loop vaporizer platform (AiroPro hardware, AiroPod cartridges, AiroX disposables) plus Oria edibles, selling through 1,800+ licensed dispensaries across 23 U.S. states and, since March 2026, into European medical pharmacy channels via a CE-certified device.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Airo Brands industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Cannabis Vaporizers and Inhalation Hardware
- NAICS
- Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing (325411)
- SIC
- Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Vape & Cartridge Accessories (Batteries, Chargers, Pods) (CRANAHAH)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Cannabis Accessories & Smoke Shops (Pipes, Papers, Grinders) (CRANAHAG)
Keywords
Where Airo Brands is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Staten Island
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Airo Brands business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Vaporizer Hardware Sales: Sale of closed-loop vaporizer devices including AiroPro (rechargeable), AiroX1 (1g disposable), and AiroX2 (2g disposable). Hardware sold through licensed dispensaries as one-time purchases with 12-month warranty on AiroPro.
- Cannabis Oil Cartridges and Pods: Proprietary AiroPod cartridges and pre-filled disposables containing premium cannabis oils in various formulations (Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, Live Rosin, Artisan Ice). Sold exclusively through licensed dispensaries.
- Oria Edibles: Cannabis-infused gummy products under the Oria brand featuring fast-acting, long-lasting formulations with premium terpenes. Available in Artisan Series and Full Spectrum varieties.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Airo Brands product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Airo Brands manufactures and sells a closed-loop cannabis vaporizer system consisting of proprietary hardware (AiroPro rechargeable device, AiroX1 1g and AiroX2 2g disposables) and matching AiroPod oil cartridges, alongside Oria cannabis-infused gummies. Products are distributed exclusively through licensed dispensaries in legal U.S. cannabis markets (23 states, 1,800+ dispensaries) and through pharmacies in European medical markets via a partnership with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals.
Product overview
Airo Brands offers a comprehensive cannabis product portfolio centered on vaporization hardware and cannabis oils. The core offering includes the AiroPro closed-loop vaporizer system paired with AiroPod precision oil cartridges, available in multiple formulations (Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, Live Rosin, Artisan Ice). The company also produces all-in-one disposable vaporizers (AiroX1 at 1g and AiroX2 at 2g) and Oria premium cannabis gummies. The portfolio spans cartridges, disposables, and edibles with strain-based and specialty formulations. In 2026, the company expanded into medical markets with the CE-certified Airo Medical Inhalation Device for European and Australian markets.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AiroPod: Premium precision-crafted oil cartridges designed to work exclusively with AiroPro vaporizer, available in multiple series including Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, Live Rosin, and Artisan Ice.
- AiroPro
- AiroX1
- AiroX2
- Oria
Products and services
- AiroPro Flagship rechargeable closed-loop vaporizer with haptic feedback, USB-C charging, long-lasting battery, and a built-in ceramic atomizer; designed exclusively for use with AiroPod oil cartridges and sold through licensed dispensaries.
- AiroPod Precision-crafted cannabis oil cartridges with magnetic locking and leak-resistant construction, available in Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, Live Rosin, and Artisan Ice formulations; sold exclusively with AiroPro hardware.
- AiroX1 1-gram all-in-one disposable vaporizer with ceramic atomizer, haptic feedback, USB-C charging, and multiple oil series options including Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, Live Resin, and Artisan Ice.
- AiroX2 2-gram all-in-one disposable vaporizer with haptic feedback, oil window, anti-clog design, built-in ceramic atomizer, and available in Artisan Series, Liquid Diamonds, Strain Series, and Artisan Ice oil series.
- Oria All-natural, vegan, and gluten-free cannabis-infused gummies with fast-acting, long-lasting effects and terpene-enhanced profiles; available in Artisan Series and Full Spectrum varieties.
- Airo Medical Inhalation Device CE-certified Class IIa medical cannabis inhalation device developed with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals, combining draw-activated inhalation technology with EU-GMP purified inhalation extracts (Strain Series and Artisan Series) for prescription-based cannabinoid therapies in European and Australian regulated medical markets.
Quantifiable outcome
- Over 99.9% satisfaction rate with <0.1% return rate
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Airo Brands
Customer profileSegments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Airo Brands technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature8 records
Airo Brands partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Two partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.
- SOMAÍ PharmaceuticalsflagshipJoint launch of Airo Medical Inhalation Device in Germany on March 24, 2026. Partnership combines Airo's draw-activated inhalation technology with SOMAÍ's EU-GMP purified inhalation extracts. One of the first CE-certified medical cannabis inhalation systems available through pharmacy channels in Europe. Product lines include Strain Series and Artisan Series extracts. Plans to expand technology-driven inhalation platform across additional European and Australian markets.
- Jupiter ResearchcorePartnership for development of EU-certified medical vaporizers. First EU-GMP certified vaporizers entering global markets. Devices meet pharmaceutical-grade requirements including ISO 10993 and 18562 biological testing standards, medical-grade materials, and 2.5-year stability testing. Setting new regulatory standard for medical cannabis equipment that may prompt markets like Australia and U.K. to mandate medical device certification.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves8 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Airo Brands competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Stiiizy: Closely comparable cannabis vaporizer and pod brand with a closed-loop pod system (Stiiizy pods + battery), distributed widely across U.S. licensed dispensaries. Competes head-to-head with AiroPro/AiroPod in the same retail channels and adult-use consumer segment.
- PAX Labs: Premium cannabis vaporizer hardware company (PAX Era pods and devices) using a closed-loop pod architecture analogous to Airo. Targets the same adult-use consumer seeking premium hardware-software integrated vaporization experiences.
- Raw Garden: California-based cannabis oil cartridge and disposable brand known for high-volume, value-priced 510-thread cartridges. Overlaps with Airo's strain series, live resin, and live rosin SKUs at the dispensary shelf.
- Kanha: Cannabis vaporizer cartridge and edible (gummy) brand sold in licensed dispensaries. Direct overlap with Airo's AiroPod cartridge and Oria edible product lines in similar retail channels and consumer segments.
- Select Oil (Curaleaf): Cannabis oil cartridge brand with national U.S. dispensary distribution, offering 510-thread and closed-pod systems. Competes in the same cannabis vaporizer category as Airo with broadly similar strain-based oil offerings.
- Heavy Hitters: Cannabis vaporizer cartridge and disposable brand distributed across U.S. dispensaries, known for high-potency oil products. Competes in the same premium vaporizer and disposable category as Airo's AiroPod and AiroX lines.
- dosist: Cannabis vaporizer hardware and dose-controlled oil pod brand focused on adult-use wellness consumers. Competes with AiroPro in the premium, design-forward hardware segment and shares a similar brand-led, non-510-thread closed-loop strategy.
- Jetty Extracts: California-based cannabis oil cartridge, disposable, and edible brand. Overlaps with Airo's cartridge, disposable, and gummy (Oria) product lines in the same dispensary channel and consumer segment.
Others
- Jupiter Research: EU-GMP certified vaporizer hardware manufacturer that partnered with Airo Brands to develop the Airo Medical device. They are an enabling technology/ecosystem partner rather than a direct retail competitor, comparable in the medical-grade hardware category.
- SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals: EU-GMP cannabis extract producer and Airo Brands' European medical-channel launch partner. Comparable as an ecosystem partner in the European medical cannabis inhalation space rather than a U.S. retail competitor.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Airo Brands social profiles
Digital presenceAiro Brands compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Airo Brands financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Airo Brands leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Airo Brands funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds1 record
Investors
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Airo Brands M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Airo Brands
What does Airo Brands do?
Airo Brands manufactures and sells a closed-loop cannabis vaporizer system consisting of proprietary hardware (AiroPro rechargeable device, AiroX1 1g and AiroX2 2g disposables) and matching AiroPod oil cartridges, alongside Oria cannabis-infused gummies. Products are distributed exclusively through licensed dispensaries in legal U.S. cannabis markets (23 states, 1,800+ dispensaries) and through pharmacies in European medical markets via a partnership with SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals.
Is Airo Brands a public or private company?
Airo Brands is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Airo Brands founded?
Airo Brands was founded in 2017. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Airo Brands based?
Airo Brands is headquartered in Staten Island, United States, in the North America region.
How does Airo Brands make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Vaporizer Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are cannabis Oil Cartridges and Pods and oria Edibles.
Who are Airo Brands's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Stiiizy, PAX Labs, Raw Garden, Kanha, Select Oil (Curaleaf), Heavy Hitters, dosist and Jetty Extracts. Others are Jupiter Research and SOMAÍ Pharmaceuticals.
Does Airo Brands have an API?
No public API is recorded for Airo Brands.
What industry is Airo Brands in?
Airo Brands's product category is Cannabis Vaporizers and Inhalation Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRANAHAH, Vape & Cartridge Accessories (Batteries, Chargers, Pods), with a secondary code of CRANAHAG, Cannabis Accessories & Smoke Shops (Pipes, Papers, Grinders). Its NAICS code is 325411 and its SIC code is 2833.