Sensotec

What Sensotec does

Sensotec NV is a Belgium-based specialist (founded ~1986, headquartered in Jabbeke) that develops and distributes assistive technology for visually impaired and blind individuals, operating as a subsidiary of the Allkind Group. The company sells a combined portfolio of in-house developed products (Sensotec-branded Daisybox and Webbox audiobook players with spoken TV subtitles, the Gobox Plus, and the my Board Buddy line — AIR for fixed smartboard magnification, GO for mobile smartboard magnification, and CAM, a motorized 360° distance camera for classrooms) alongside curated third-party devices from suppliers such as VOXIWEB (VoxiVision 2 reading device with AI-based text recognition), REINECKER (portable screen magnifiers), and DAYLIGHT (lighting). Technology is centered on accessibility hardware and embedded software rather than cloud platforms; proprietary value is concentrated in the my Board Buddy product family, which addresses the specific gap of smartboard access for visually impaired students.

The business model is hardware-led (one-time device sales typically priced €100–€1,550, with premium units such as the Gobox Plus at €729) supplemented by professional services — home and on-site demonstrations at demo centers in Jabbeke and Antwerp, installation, training, maintenance contracts, and administrative handling of Flemish government (VAPH) subsidy applications. Go-to-market is sales-led, combining a Dutch- and French-language e-commerce site, expert vision consultants conducting home/school/workplace visits, professional referral networks (eye-care specialists, learning support staff), and an international distributor channel (pro.sensotec.com) for Sensotec-developed products. The customer base spans individual consumers with low vision or blindness, primary/secondary schools and special education institutions, workplaces, and senior living facilities (woonzorgcentra), with the company claiming 40 years of operation, 40,000+ served customers, and a 9.3/10 satisfaction score. Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Sensotec

Legal name

Sensotec NV

Website

https://sensotec.be

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Sensotec NV is a Belgian specialist that develops and distributes assistive technology for visually impaired and blind individuals, serving consumers, schools, workplaces, and senior care facilities through direct sales, demo centers, and home demonstrations across Belgium and via international distributors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Assistive Technology for Visual Impairment

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Ophthalmic Goods (3851)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAFAKAD

Assistive Vision & Screen Access (Screen Readers, Magnification, Braille Displays/Notetakers)

Education/Education Technology (EdTech) & Digital Learning/Accessibility, Assistive Technology & Special Needs EdTech

SECONDARYEDAKAIAF

Vision Assistive Technology (Screen Readers, Braille, Magnification)

Education/Special Education & Learning Support Services/Assistive Technology (AT) Assessment, Devices & Training

SECONDARYHDACAFAL

Assistive & Accessibility Input Devices (Switches, Adaptive Controllers, Braille Keyboards)

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Computing Hardware & Peripherals/Input Devices & Accessories (Keyboards, Mice, Controllers)

Keywords

• Assistive technology products
• Visual impairment aids
• Screen magnification devices
• Audiobook players
• Smartboard accessibility solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Jabbeke

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of visual aids and assistive devices including magnification systems, audio book players, screen magnifiers, CCTV devices, braille products, and portable solutions. One-time purchase model with prices ranging from around €100 to over €1,000 per device.
2. Professional Services: Consulting, demonstrations (at home or at demo centers), training for professionals, installation and activation services, and maintenance and repair services. These services support product sales and enhance customer experience.
3. Maintenance Contracts: The company offers maintenance contracts as referenced in their general terms and conditions, suggesting recurring revenue from service agreements on delivered products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Sensotec develops, distributes, and supports assistive technology products for visually impaired and blind individuals, including proprietary devices (my Board Buddy smartboard magnification line, Daisybox and Webbox 3 audiobook players, Gobox Plus spoken TV subtitle device) and curated third-party visual aids (screen magnifiers, braille devices, portable magnifiers, reading devices, lighting). The company complements hardware sales with expert consultation, in-home and demo-center demonstrations, installation and activation, trial placements, maintenance and repair services, and administrative support for Flemish government (VAPH) reimbursement applications.

Product overview

Sensotec is Belgium's leading specialist in visual aids for visually impaired and blind individuals, offering a comprehensive portfolio of assistive technology products. The company develops and distributes its own branded solutions (Sensotec) alongside curated third-party products. The core Sensotec product line includes the Daisybox and Webbox 3 audiobook players with streaming and TV subtitle capabilities, the my Board Buddy product family (AIR for fixed smartboard magnification, GO for mobile smartboard access, and CAM for distance camera magnification in classrooms). Supporting products include the Gobox Plus for spoken TV subtitles, screen magnifiers, reading devices, Braille equipment, lighting solutions, and portable devices. Sensotec serves multiple segments including home users, schools, and workplaces, providing expert advice, demonstrations, trial placements, and assistance with government reimbursement applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• my Board Buddy: Product line for making smartboards and digital displays accessible to visually impaired students, includes CAM (distance camera), AIR (fixed digital magnification), and GO (mobile digital magnification) variants.
• Daisybox
• Webbox
• GoBox

Products and services

• SENSOTEC Daisybox Audiobook Player with Streaming An audiobook player with streaming capability developed by Sensotec, allowing visually impaired and blind users to listen to audiobooks and access spoken and enlarged TV subtitles. Priced at €480.00.
• SENSOTEC Webbox 3 - Audiobook Player and Spoken TV Subtitles A Sensotec-developed device combining audiobook playback with spoken TV subtitle functionality, enabling blind and visually impaired users to access both audiobooks and television content with audio description independently. Priced at €640.00.
• SENSOTEC my Board Buddy GO - Mobile Smartboard Magnification A mobile digital magnification solution for smartboards that allows visually impaired students to view and enlarge interactive whiteboard content on their own screen, enabling them to follow lessons and projected materials from anywhere in the classroom.
• SENSOTEC my Board Buddy AIR - Fixed Smartboard Magnification A fixed digital magnification solution for smartboards and presentation screens, ideal for fixed classrooms or meeting rooms, featuring wireless display with adjustable zoom, color inversion, and grayscale options for visually impaired students and employees.
• SENSOTEC my Board Buddy CAM - Distance Camera for School Systems A 360-degree motorised distance camera designed for visually impaired students, mounted on a desk to capture and magnify the chalkboard, whiteboard, posters, and teacher/classmates, with a motorized lens and customizable camera positions. Nominated for the SETT 2026 EdTech Award. Available only on request with custom quotes.
• SENSOTEC Gobox Plus - Spoken and Magnified TV Subtitles A Sensotec-branded device for spoken and enlarged TV subtitles, enabling visually impaired users to access television content with audio description and magnification. Priced at €729.00 including VAT.
• VOXIWEB VoxiVision 2 Reading Device A powerful reading device with multiple functions and AI capabilities for text recognition and speech output, distributed by Sensotec for visually impaired users.
• REINECKER MANO 6 Portable 6-inch Screen Magnifier A portable 6-inch screen magnifier with high resolution for enlarged viewing of text and images, distributed by Sensotec from manufacturer Reinecker.
• DAYLIGHT Twist 2 Go LED Portable Lamp A robust bright LED portable lamp for various lighting needs, suitable for users requiring additional illumination. Priced at approximately €104.99.
• Maintenance and Repair Services Recurring maintenance contracts and repair services for delivered Sensotec products, providing post-purchase support and recurring service revenue.
• Vision Consultation and Demonstration Services Personalized vision-consultation services provided by expert Sensotec staff, including at-home demonstrations, demo-center visits, school and workplace advice sessions, trial placements, and administrative support for Flemish government (VAPH) subsidy applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40 years of experience serving 40,000+ customers with a 9.3/10 satisfaction score
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered parent, core and minor.

• Allkind GroupparentOthersSensotec is part of the Allkind Group, a parent company that encompasses Sensotec's operations along with other companies in the accessibility and assistive technology space.
• VAPHcoreOthersVAPH (Vlaams Agentschap voor Personen met een Handicap) is the Flemish government agency that provides subsidies and reimbursements for assistive devices for people with disabilities. Sensotec assists customers with administrative follow-up for VAPH reimbursement applications.
• Lexima and SchoolsupportminorOthersRelated entities under the same group that focus on reading and learning problems (dyslexia) and educational support materials. Lexima.be provides resources for learning difficulties.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• LVI Low Vision International: LVI is a Nordic manufacturer of electronic and optical low-vision aids, including video magnifiers and reading devices, with strong presence in Scandinavia. It is a comparable product peer that competes in similar categories as Sensotec but with primary geographic focus on the Nordics rather than Benelux.
• Bones (Norwegian assistive-tech / ChromaDocs): Bones is a Norwegian assistive-technology vendor offering magnifiers, reading devices, and accessibility solutions for schools and workplaces. It is comparable in product mix and target segments to Sensotec but operates primarily in Norway rather than Belgium.

Broad incumbents

• Freedom Scientific (Vispero): Freedom Scientific, part of Vispero, is a global leader in assistive technology for the blind and visually impaired, including screen readers (JAWS), magnifiers (ZoomText), and refreshable braille displays. It is a broad incumbent covering many of the same product categories as Sensotec but at much greater global scale.
• VFO Group (Vispero parent): VFO Group / Vispero is the parent of Freedom Scientific, Optelec, and Enhanced Vision, making it the largest dedicated low-vision and blindness assistive-technology conglomerate globally. It competes with Sensotec across nearly every product category while also serving as a potential strategic acquirer or channel partner.

Direct peers

• Reinecker Reha-Technik: Reinecker is a German manufacturer of low-vision aids, particularly portable and desktop screen magnifiers, and is one of the third-party brands (e.g., MANO 6) that Sensotec itself distributes. The product portfolios are directly comparable, with Reinecker active in the same German-speaking and broader European market.
• Humanware: Humanware is a global assistive-technology vendor producing braille displays, video magnifiers, and GPS/reading devices for the blind and low-vision community. Its product breadth (braille + magnifier + reader) closely mirrors Sensotec's product taxonomy across individual, education, and workplace use cases.
• Enhanced Vision (Optelec family): Enhanced Vision is an Optelec-owned brand that develops and distributes desktop and portable video magnifiers, CCTVs, and reading devices for the visually impaired — overlapping directly with Sensotec's magnification, beeldschermloep, and CCTV product lines.
• Optelec: Optelec is a long-established European specialist in low-vision aids including magnifiers, CCTVs, and electronic reading devices, directly overlapping with Sensotec's core product categories. It competes head-to-head in magnifiers and electronic low-vision hardware across Benelux and broader Europe.

Emerging players

• ViewPlus: ViewPlus manufactures accessible tactile printers, braille embossers, and embosser-connected products for educational and workplace accessibility. It is comparable to the braille and school-system portion of Sensotec's portfolio, with a narrower but technically deep focus on tactile/braille output.
• Index Braille: Index Braille is a Swedish manufacturer of braille embossers and tactile printing solutions, overlapping with the braille and school-system portion of Sensotec's product portfolio. It is a smaller, technically focused peer in the same broader assistive-tech category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/SensotecNV
• Facebookfacebook.com/sensotecnv
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sensotec-nv
• Instagraminstagram.com/sensotec

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

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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