VAULT

What VAULT does

VAULT is a US-based manufacturer founded in 2011 and headquartered in High Point, North Carolina. The company designs and sells enterprise-grade rugged iOS accessories and mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) workflow systems, including cable-free charging solutions, tablet stands, mounts, and protective enclosures for Apple devices used in retail, food and beverage, healthcare, and hospitality environments. Its portfolio centers on the Pro Line — encompassing the GoWork Pro mPOS ecosystem, the GoWork cable-free charging platform, and the Connect System — supplemented by Brenthaven-branded rugged cases and configurable Counter, Floor, Universal, and Simplicity stands, with a custom-branding offering for customer-facing deployments.

VAULT's core technical differentiators are rugged industrial design combined with integration interoperability across payment processors and device management platforms. The Connect System integrates with MagTek's DynaFlex II Go to provide AES-256 encryption and PCI PTS 6.x validated payment capture, while a documented integration with Jamf supports managed iOS deployments in healthcare. An additional integration with ID TECH extends payment hardware compatibility. The company does not own or operate any AI/ML capabilities; its value is in physical hardware, mechanical design, and validated multi-vendor integrations.

The business model is hardware sales: one-time B2B purchases of physical enclosures, charging stations, and stands, sold direct through the vaultproducts.com e-commerce storefront and indirectly through a channel partner / reseller network with deal registration and OEM/embedded integrations with ISVs. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. VAULT operates alongside sister brands Brenthaven and Gumdrop under Pioneer Square Brands, as indicated by the careers domain at pioneersquarebrands.com. Named reference logos span enterprise (Mercedes-Benz, Grubhub, Glossier, Heartland, Lightspeed) and mid-market (Under Canvas, Basics) accounts across retail, automotive, food service, hospitality, payment processing, and travel.

Name

VAULT

Legal name

VAULT

Website

https://vaultenclosures.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

VAULT designs and sells enterprise-grade rugged iOS enclosures, charging stations, and mPOS workflow systems for Apple devices deployed in retail, food and beverage, healthcare, and hospitality environments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Point of Sale Hardware

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (33411), Computer and Computer Peripheral Equipment and Software Merchant Wholesalers (423430)

SIC

Computer & Office Equipment (3570), Computer Peripheral Equipment, Nec (3577)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHDACAKAB

Mobile POS (mPOS) Devices & Handheld Terminals

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Computing Hardware & Peripherals/POS & Retail Computing Hardware

SECONDARYFSAGABAO

POS, SoftPOS & In-Person Acceptance Infrastructure

Financial & Insurance/Financial Technology (Fintech)/Payment Orchestration & Fintech Infrastructure (APIs, Issuing, Processing)

SECONDARYCRACAMAJ

Tablet Accessories (Keyboards, Styluses, Cases, Screen Protectors, Docks)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Electronics & Appliances Retail/Tablets & E-Readers

SECONDARYHDACALAB

Rugged Handhelds & Mobile Computers

Hardware, Technology & Telecom/Computing Hardware & Peripherals/Rugged & Industrial Computing Devices

Keywords

• Rugged iOS accessories
• Mobile point of sale
• Tablet mounting solutions
• Cable-free charging
• Enterprise enclosures

Headquarters

HQ city

High Point

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of rugged iOS accessories including tablet stands, mounts, charging stations, protective cases, and mPOS solutions. Products are sold as one-time purchases with enterprise and mid-market buyers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

VAULT designs, manufactures, and sells enterprise-grade rugged iOS accessories and mobile point-of-sale (mPOS) workflow systems, including protective cases, cable-free charging stations, tablet stands, mounts, and payment-integrated enclosures. The portfolio is targeted at businesses in retail, food & beverage, healthcare, and hospitality that deploy Apple devices as POS terminals or workflow tools. Core branded product lines include the Pro Line (rugged cases), GoWork Pro ecosystem (mPOS and charging), GoWork (cable-free charging for iPad), and the Connect System (integrated mPOS workflow).

Product overview

VAULT is a provider of enterprise-grade iOS accessories built for work environments. The product portfolio centers on the Pro Line (GoWork Pro ecosystem, GoWork, Connect System) and the Vault Pro rugged case line, supplemented by Brenthaven cases, stands and mounts (Pro Counter Stand, Pro Floor Stand, Universal Tablet Stand, Simplicity iPad Stand), and Custom Branding services. These products integrate payments, extend power via cable-free charging, and streamline mobile workflows across retail, food & beverage, healthcare, and hospitality industries. The core offering combines rugged device protection with mPOS solutions, enabling the transformation of Apple devices into secure point-of-sale terminals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Pro Line: Next generation iOS accessories that protect and transform devices into mPOS solutions
• GoWork Pro
• GoWork
• Connect System
• Pro
• Simplicity

Products and services

• VAULT GoWork Pro Next-generation enterprise-grade mobile point-of-sale solution that protects iOS devices while integrating payments, extending power, and streamlining workflows. Supports iPhone 17 and is built with rugged design for work environments.
• VAULT GoWork Pro i5 Bay Charging Station Multi-bay charging station that charges multiple iOS devices simultaneously with cable-free charging capabilities for the GoWork Pro ecosystem.
• VAULT GoWork Cable-free charging solution for iPad 11th Gen and 10th Gen that eliminates messy cables and ensures reliable iOS workflows during peak business hours.
• VAULT Connect System Mobile point of sale system enabling fast, secure transactions with compatibility across the industry's widest range of payment processors, transitioning seamlessly between fixed kiosks and mobile setups.
• VAULT Pro Counter Stand Counter-mounted stand for secure iPad placement in retail and point-of-sale environments.
• VAULT Pro Floor Stand Floor-standing kiosk solution enabling frictionless guest experiences in retail and hospitality settings.
• VAULT Universal Tablet Stand Versatile mounting solution compatible with various tablet devices for flexible deployment options.
• VAULT Simplicity iPad Stand Streamlined iPad stand offering simple, elegant mounting for basic point-of-sale and display applications.
• VAULT Pro Line (Rugged Cases) Enterprise-grade rugged case protection for Apple devices, built to endure drops and daily wear while keeping devices operational longer.
• VAULT Brenthaven iPad Cases Premium rugged case solutions for iPads offered through the Brenthaven partnership, delivering industrial-grade protection for demanding environments.
• VAULT Custom Branding Custom branding service allowing businesses to personalize VAULT products with their brand identity for consistent customer experience.

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MagTekcoreTechnology or Integration · 14 January 2025VAULT collaborated with MagTek to support the DynaFlex II Go device with Vault Connect. The combined solution provides a secure, rugged, and flexible mobile payment and identity access device featuring AES-256 encryption and PCI PTS 6.x validation, targeting retail, healthcare, hospitality, airlines, and finance industries.
• JamfcoreTechnology or IntegrationVAULT has a documented integration with Jamf for Apple device management. The partnership enables healthcare organizations to deploy iOS devices that are protected, powered, and compliant while being managed through Jamf's mobile device management platform for secure mobile healthcare workflows.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Stripe Terminal: Stripe Terminal offers certified card readers and a developer-first POS hardware program. While more software-centric, Stripe is a relevant peer because it competes for the mPOS stack into which VAULT's enclosures are integrated.
• Verifone: Verifone provides payment terminals and unattended/portable POS devices for global retail and hospitality. It competes with VAULT in the mPOS and rugged payment hardware market, especially via integration with acquirers and ISVs.
• Zebra Technologies: Zebra manufactures rugged mobile computers, handhelds, and tablet-based workstations for retail, warehousing, and healthcare. It competes with VAULT in rugged enterprise mobile hardware, particularly where integrated scanning or specialized use cases apply.
• Honeywell: Honeywell's Productivity Solutions business produces rugged mobile computers, scanners, and tablets for retail, healthcare, and logistics. It overlaps with VAULT in rugged mobile hardware used at the point of work.
• Shopify POS: Shopify ships POS hardware and software as part of its commerce platform, including tablet-based checkout kits. As a broader commerce incumbent, Shopify competes for the same retail and F&B iPad-based mPOS deployments VAULT targets.

Direct peers

• Elo Touch Solutions: Elo manufactures POS terminals, touchscreen monitors, and tablet enclosures/displays used in retail, hospitality, and healthcare. Its tablet enclosures and self-service kiosks are direct substitutes for VAULT's rugged iPad stands and mounts.
• Clover (Fiserv): Clover provides countertop and handheld POS terminals plus a station/stand ecosystem for SMB merchants. VAULT overlaps with Clover in rugged tablet cradles and integrated checkout hardware for retail and F&B.
• Posiflex: Posiflex designs and manufactures POS terminals, tablet stands, and peripherals targeted at retail and hospitality. It is a direct competitor to VAULT's tablet enclosure and stand product lines.
• OtterBox: OtterBox makes rugged protective cases and mounts for iPads and iPhones, with an enterprise 'OtterBox for Business' arm. It is a close competitor in rugged iOS enclosures, though VAULT adds deeper payments and charging integration.
• Square (Block): Block's Square division designs and sells integrated mobile POS hardware (Square Reader, Square Stand) that turns consumer tablets into payment terminals. VAULT competes in the mPOS tablet enclosure space, where Square offers a vertically integrated alternative spanning hardware plus payments and software.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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