What Cylinda does

Cylinda AB is a Swedish appliance manufacturer founded in 1958 and headquartered in Kista, Stockholm, with historical roots in Västergötland. The company designs, distributes, and supports energy-efficient white goods for residential kitchens and laundry rooms — including stoves, cooktops, ovens, dishwashers, kitchen hoods, refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers, washer-dryer combinations, drying cabinets, and a separate professional products line — sold under the Cylinda and Cylinda Svenska brands. Its product engineering emphasizes energy efficiency, durability, and Swedish standard dimensions, with proprietary features such as Dual Flow cooling in refrigerators, induction and hilight cooking zones, turbo condenser and auto-open door drying in dishwashers, and auto-shutoff sensor drying cabinets. The company backs every product with a minimum 2-year manufacturer warranty and supports customers through an in-house service technician team.

Cylinda's go-to-market is a hybrid Swedish-domestic model combining its own e-commerce platform (cylinda.se) with selected appointed retailers. Distribution is single-country (Sweden), with no disclosed operations in other Nordic or international markets. Spare parts distribution to private consumers is currently routed through partner MEAB while Cylindas webshop for parts is temporarily closed; product service is handled internally via Cylinda Service. The company also publishes appliance selector tools (Vitvaruväljaren, Spisguide) and educational content to support mid-funnel consideration.

The business model is hardware sales of consumer appliances at price points that vary by model and configuration; pricing is not publicly disclosed. Cylinda targets Swedish households — singles, families, and downsizers — seeking reliable, energy-efficient, and affordable white goods built to last rather than disposable alternatives. The company is privately held with no institutional investment, no funding rounds, and no documented M&A activity, and it employs 51-100 people.

Name

Cylinda

Legal name

Cylinda AB

Website

https://www.cylinda.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1958

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Cylinda AB is a Swedish appliance manufacturer founded in 1958 that designs and distributes energy-efficient kitchen and laundry white goods to Swedish households through its own e-commerce platform and a network of selected retailers, supported by in-house service technicians.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Household Appliances

NAICS

Major Household Appliance Manufacturing (335220), Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (335210), Household Appliances, Electric Housewares, and Consumer Electronics Merchant Wholesalers (42362)

SIC

Household Appliances (3630), Wholesale-Electrical Appliances, Tv & Radio Sets (5064)

akta.pro primary industry

Kitchen & Cooking Major Appliance Retail (Ranges, Ovens, Cooktops, Microwaves) (CRACACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Built-In & Integrated Appliance Retail (Built-In, Panel-Ready, Compact) (CRACACAH), Commercial/Prosumer Appliance Retail (Light Commercial, Prosumer Kitchen/Laundry) (CRACACAI)

Keywords

• Household appliances
• Kitchen appliances
• Laundry appliances
• White goods
• Energy-efficient appliances

Headquarters

HQ city

Kista

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Appliance sales: Cylinda generates revenue through the sale of white goods appliances including dishwashers, cookers, refrigerators, freezers, washing machines, dryers, and related products. Both built-in and freestanding models are offered.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Cylinda manufactures and sells energy-efficient kitchen and laundry white goods under its own brand for the Swedish residential market. The product range includes stoves, induction and ceramic cooktops, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, kitchen hoods, refrigerators, freezers, fridge-freezers, freezer chests, wine and bottle coolers, washing machines, tumble dryers, washer-dryer combinations, drying cabinets, mangles, and wash basins, plus professional-grade appliances. Products are sold directly via the cylinda.se e-commerce platform and through a network of selected retail partners in Sweden, supported by a minimum 2-year manufacturer warranty and an in-house service technician team.

Product overview

Cylinda is a Swedish appliance manufacturer founded in 1958, based in Västergötland, offering a comprehensive portfolio of energy-efficient, user-friendly, and reliable white goods for kitchens and laundry rooms. The product portfolio includes kitchen appliances (stoves/ranges with ceramic and induction hobs, cooktops, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, kitchen hoods, refrigerators, freezers, fridge/freezer combinations, freezer boxes, wine and bottle coolers) and laundry appliances (washing machines, tumble dryers, washer-dryer combinations, drying cabinets, mangles, wash basins). Products are sold under the Cylind brand name and include both standard consumer models and professional-grade products. Notable specific products include the Sverigedisken DM910244RFC dishwasher, IHF9580 induction hob with integrated hood, KF2385XNHE fridge/freezer, and TS3190ECOH sensor-controlled drying cabinet, as well as various stove models (ceramic and induction) in multiple sizes ranging from 50-70cm width.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Sverigedisken DM910244RFC built-in dishwasher A 14-place-setting built-in dishwasher with two baskets, friction-free rails, metal spray arm, interior lighting, automatic door opening for better drying, and 44 dB low noise operation. Energy class C. Designed for Swedish households seeking a spacious and quiet dishwasher.
• IHF9580 induction hob with integrated extraction fan Black induction hob with a centrally-placed integrated extraction fan that effectively removes cooking fumes without a separate wall-mounted or hanging hood. Features larger Flexi zones for expanded cooking surfaces, slider navigation, and rest heat indication. Straight edge cutting design.
• KF2385XNHE freestanding fridge/freezer Freestanding fridge/freezer with metal handles featuring Dual Flow technology for even cooling distribution and proper humidity levels, particularly beneficial for sensitive foods like vegetables. Includes large adjustable shelves, LED lighting, and reversible doors. Energy class E.
• TS3190ECOH drying cabinet Drying cabinet with sensor technology that automatically shuts off when clothes are dry, saving energy compared to timer-based drying. Capacity of 6 kg laundry, height 185 cm, and noise level of 57 dB. Designed for Swedish homes needing gentle, energy-efficient indoor drying.
• S61064KVESRF ceramic cooker Ceramic cooker with 65L fan oven, pizza function, and intensive grill. Features expansive cooking zone and meat thermometer. Includes enamel baking tray, deep roasting pan, and grill rack, with a 3-glass oven door.
• S71064KVES ceramic cooker with 77L oven Ceramic cooker with a large 77L oven capacity and 11 oven functions including meat thermometer, intensive grill, and pizza function. Equipped with extractable rails at 75% level, 3-glass oven door, and fan cooling for a cool front.
• SIB7162KV induction cooker Induction cooker with two large cooking zones and booster function on all zones for faster water boiling. Features 11 fan oven functions including intensive grill and pizza function. Equipped with 4-glass oven door and extra fan cooling for a cool front.
• SIB7162KVE induction cooker with catalytic cleaning Induction cooker with two large cooking zones and booster function on all zones. Includes timer, meat thermometer, intensive grill, and pizza function. Features fully extractable rails, catalytic cleaning, soft-close oven door, and 4-glass oven door.
• S7562KV ceramic cooker with hilight zones Ceramic cooker with efficient hilight zones for faster heating. Features large fan oven with two baking trays, deep roasting pan, and grill rack. Includes intensive grill, pizza function, 4-glass oven door, and fan cooling.
• Cylinda kitchen appliance range (stoves, cooktops, ovens, dishwashers, hoods, refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers) Full kitchen appliance lineup for Swedish households covering stoves/ranges, induction and ceramic cooktops, ovens, microwaves, dishwashers, kitchen hoods, refrigerators, freezers, fridge-freezer combinations, freezer chests, and wine and bottle coolers. Sold under the Cylinda brand via the cylinda.se e-commerce platform and selected retailers in Sweden.
• Cylinda laundry appliance range (washing machines, dryers, drying cabinets, mangles, wash basins) Full laundry appliance lineup for Swedish households covering washing machines, tumble dryers, combined washer-dryers, drying cabinets, mangles, and wash basins, plus laundry accessories. Sold under the Cylinda brand via the cylinda.se e-commerce platform and selected retailers in Sweden.
• Cylinda professional kitchen products Professional-grade kitchen appliances from Cylinda aimed at commercial and small business use, distributed alongside the consumer range.
• Cylinda professional laundry products Professional-grade laundry appliances from Cylinda aimed at commercial and small business use, distributed alongside the consumer range.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• MEABsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMEAB serves as Cylindas partner for spare parts distribution to private consumers. While Cylindas web shop is temporarily closed for spare parts orders to private individuals, MEAB handles these orders. Contact: [email protected], Phone: 0270-426530.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Miele: German premium appliance manufacturer with reputation for durability and longevity — directly mirroring Cylinda's 'built to last' value proposition. Competes on built-in kitchen, laundry, and dishwashing categories in the premium Scandinavian segment.
• AEG: German-engineered premium appliance brand owned by Electrolux, with strong Scandinavian retail presence. Directly comparable to Cylinda on built-in kitchen, laundry, and major appliance categories sold to similar Swedish and Northern European consumers.
• Smeg: Italian design-forward appliance brand with broad European distribution. Comparable to Cylinda on full kitchen and laundry ranges targeting design-conscious households, though Smeg skews more premium and design-led.

Broad incumbents

• Electrolux: Swedish-founded global major appliance manufacturer headquartered in Stockholm. Competes with Cylinda across kitchen and laundry categories in the Swedish home market with vastly greater scale, brand recognition, and product breadth.
• Bosch (BSH Hausgeräte): One of Europe's largest home appliance manufacturers with broad kitchen and laundry portfolio. Competes head-to-head with Cylinda in Swedish retail on dishwashers, cooktops, refrigerators, and laundry categories with similar energy-efficiency positioning.
• Siemens (BSH Hausgeräte): Premium-tier appliance brand under BSH with strong Northern European presence. Comparable to Cylinda's positioning on built-in and premium major appliances, particularly in the integrated kitchen segment.
• LG Electronics: South Korean global appliance and electronics manufacturer with substantial Swedish retail presence. Competes with Cylinda across laundry, refrigeration, and kitchen categories, particularly on smart and energy-efficient features.
• Samsung: Global consumer electronics and home appliance manufacturer with strong Nordic retail distribution. Directly competes with Cylinda on washing machines, refrigerators, ovens, and connected appliances at premium price points.
• Whirlpool: American global major appliance manufacturer with European operations and product portfolios covering laundry, kitchen, and refrigeration. Comparable broad-category positioning to Cylinda though with significantly greater scale.

Others

• Husqvarna: Historic Swedish brand (now part of larger groups) with Swedish heritage and consumer-brand recognition, but operates predominantly in outdoor power products. Tangentially comparable as a heritage Swedish consumer brand rather than as a direct appliance competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CylindaSverige
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/cylinda-ab

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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