Somfy Systems

Name

Somfy Systems

Legal name

Somfy Systems, Inc.

Website

https://somfysystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Motorized Window Treatments & Smart Shading

NAICS

Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512), Window Treatment Retailers (449122)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

Motorized Shades, Blinds & Curtain Automation (HSAHADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Window Treatments & Shading Systems (Blinds, Shades, Awnings) (IMADAIAN), Motorized & Smart Window Treatments Retail (Automated, App-Controlled) (CRAIAKAF)

Keywords

• Motorized window treatments
• Smart shading systems
• Automated blinds awnings
• Motorization controls
• Smart home integration

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Motor and Control Hardware Sales: Somfy generates revenue through the sale of motors (wired, battery, WireFree), remotes, wall switches, sensors, smart hubs, and accessories through dealer networks and direct online store.
2. Professional Installation Services: Revenue generated through network of Expert Dealers who provide measurement, installation, and programming services for residential and commercial projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Somfy Systems designs, manufactures, and distributes motorized window treatments, exterior shading products, and control systems for residential and commercial applications. Core products include motorized blinds, shades, curtains, awnings, pergolas, exterior screens, and rolling shutters, powered by proprietary wireless protocols (RTS, Zigbee, SDN) and integrated with the TaHoma smart home platform for app and voice control. Products are sold through a trained Expert Dealer network providing professional installation as well as direct-to-consumer online channels for accessories and DIY motors.

Product overview

Somfy Systems offers a comprehensive portfolio of motorized window treatment and outdoor shading products for residential and commercial applications. The core offering includes motorized blinds, shades, curtains, awnings, pergolas, and rolling shutters, all controllable via remote, smartphone app (TaHoma), or voice assistants (Alexa, Google Assistant). The ecosystem is powered by Somfy's proprietary Radio Technology Somfy (RTS) wireless protocol and supports integration with major home automation platforms including Control4, Savant, Crestron, SmartThings, and Sonos. Complementary products include various control options (wall switches, timers), environmental sensors (sun, wind, rain), power accessories (solar panels, battery packs), and the CLEVER DIY motor line for retrofit installations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TaHoma: Smart home hub and app platform for controlling motorized window coverings, awnings, screens, and rolling shutters
• Sonesse
• Clever
• Glydea
• Irismo

Products and services

• Motorized Blinds & Shades Motorized window blinds and shades controllable via remote, smartphone app (TaHoma), or voice assistants, with scheduling and scene-based automation for residential and commercial customers.
• Motorized Curtains & Draperies Motorized curtain and drapery systems enabling automated opening and closing with quiet operation via Glydea and Irismo motors.
• Motorized Awnings Motorized exterior awnings providing automated outdoor shading and sun protection for residential patios, decks, and hospitality venues, often paired with sun, wind, and rain sensors.
• Motorized Pergolas Motorized pergola systems with automated louvered roofs for outdoor climate control in residential and hospitality settings.
• Motorized Exterior Screens Motorized exterior screening systems for insect protection and shade control on patios, porches, and outdoor living spaces.
• Rolling Shutters Motorized rolling shutters providing security, privacy, and climate control for residential and commercial openings.
• TaHoma by Somfy App & Smart Hub Central smartphone app and smart hub platform for controlling all Somfy motorized window coverings, awnings, screens, rolling shutters, and integrated third-party devices, with scene creation and scheduling.
• Sonesse Motor Series Ultra-quiet motor series for residential and commercial motorized shading applications, available in multiple sizes and capacities including Sonesse 40 and Sonesse Ultra 30.
• Glydea & Irismo Drapery Motors Glydea and Irismo motors designed for automated drapery systems with touch-motion activation and programmable limit settings.
• CLEVER DIY Motors Battery-powered and rechargeable tilt blind motors designed for easy DIY retrofit installation on existing blinds without professional installation.
• Somfy Expert Dealer Installation Services Professional measurement, installation, and programming services delivered through Somfy's authorized Expert Dealer network for residential and commercial motorized shading projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced energy costs through automated solar shading and temperature regulation
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability1 record

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered major and core.

• MHT TechnologiesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership announced January 2025 focused on integrating AI-driven automation and motorized shading systems for smart solar tracking window shades. The collaboration highlights increased innovation in the smart shading sector with Somfy's motorization expertise combined with MHT's AI technology for dynamic solar tracking capabilities.
• Amazon AlexacoreTechnology or IntegrationVoice control integration allowing users to control Somfy motorized products through Amazon Alexa voice commands and routines.
• Google AssistantcoreTechnology or IntegrationVoice control integration allowing users to control Somfy motorized products through Google Assistant voice commands and routines.
• Samsung SmartThingscoreTechnology or IntegrationSmart home platform integration enabling Somfy product control through Samsung SmartThings ecosystem and automation routines.
• Control4coreTechnology or IntegrationProfessional home automation platform integration for dealers and integrators deploying Somfy in high-end residential and commercial installations.
• SavantcoreTechnology or IntegrationLuxury home automation platform integration for Somfy motorized shading products in premium installations.
• CrestroncoreTechnology or IntegrationCommercial building automation integration for enterprise deployments requiring centralized control of Somfy shading systems.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lutron Electronics: Lutron is the closest direct peer, offering the Serena and Triathlon lines of motorized shades alongside its proprietary Caséta and RA platforms for lighting and shade control. Both companies sell through trained dealer/integrator channels and compete for premium residential and commercial shading projects.
• Hunter Douglas: Hunter Douglas is a leading global window coverings manufacturer with the PowerView motorization system for shades, blinds, and draperies. It competes head-to-head with Somfy across custom residential and commercial installations and overlaps in dealer-led distribution.
• QMotion (Legrand): QMotion, owned by Legrand, manufactures motorized roller shades with proprietary Zigbee and RF controls and is sold through dealers. It is a direct substitute for Somfy's motorized residential and light-commercial shade lines.
• Mecho Systems: Mecho manufactures commercial motorized window shades with its SolarTrac and WhisperShade lines, competing directly with Somfy in office, healthcare, and education projects. Both companies target LEED/BREEAM-certified buildings through specifying architects and contractors.

Broad incumbents

• Legrand: Legrand is a global electrical and digital building infrastructure incumbent that owns QMotion and offers broader lighting, shading, and building control solutions. It competes as a portfolio-level alternative to Somfy for commercial and residential projects, though without Somfy's dedicated shade focus.
• Axis Lighting / Pella (window treatments): Pella and other window-and-door incumbents sell integrated blinds-between-glass solutions and motorized window coverings as part of broader fenestration offerings. They compete as broader incumbents offering shading as part of window replacement rather than as a standalone specialist.

Emerging players

• IKEA (Home Smart): IKEA's FYRTUR and KADRILJ smart blinds provide affordable, app-controlled motorized shades sold direct through IKEA stores. They target the entry-level DIY segment that overlaps with Somfy's Clever DIY line, representing a price-pressure threat rather than a full feature alternative.
• SwitchBot: SwitchBot offers retrofit Blind Tilt motors and other smart home actuators sold direct-to-consumer through Amazon and its own site. It competes with Somfy's Clever DIY line for the retrofit, budget-conscious customer segment.

Others

• Crestron Electronics: Crestron is both a Somfy integration partner and a broader home/building automation platform that supplies its own shading solutions in high-end residential and commercial projects. It is an ecosystem participant and adjacent competitor at the integrator level.
• Control4: Control4 is a professional home automation platform that integrates Somfy motors as part of its dealer-installed solutions. As a downstream platform it shapes the customer experience around Somfy motors and could compete with proprietary control offerings over time.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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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