Itens

What Itens does

iTENS, LLC is a privately-held Akron, Ohio-based healthcare technology company spun off from a parent company with 15 years of experience manufacturing advanced pain management devices. The company designs and sells FDA-cleared wireless TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) therapy devices for over-the-counter, drug-free pain relief, including the iTENS Device paired with interchangeable wing attachments (Small Wings, Large Wings, Long Strip) that deliver electrotherapy via a Bluetooth-connected iOS/Android mobile application.

The core technology combines proprietary hardware — a rechargeable lithium-ion-powered TENS unit with a patent-pending ultra-thin multi-layer wing structure featuring laser-printed silver conductive surface and Gen 2 rotating wing design — with a companion mobile app providing 26 preset programs, manual customization of frequency/pulse width/waveform/timer, and pain tracking. The device delivers both TENS and EMS functionality and offers 24-hour battery life, gel pad reuse for 7-10 applications, and wing longevity of approximately 6 months.

iTENS operates a direct-to-consumer model through itens.com and Amazon, supplemented by international distributors across 10+ countries (Mexico, South Korea, UK, Greece/Cyprus, Australia/NZ, Afghanistan, Iran, Norway, Turkey, India) and an independent dealer/retail reseller program. Revenue streams include one-time hardware sales ($89.99 entry kit), replacement accessories and consumables (gel pads, wings, charging accessories), and branded merchandise. The primary customer segments are chronic pain sufferers, acute pain patients, and self-treatment consumers seeking non-pharmaceutical pain management.

Name

Itens

Legal name

iTENS, LLC

Website

https://itens.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

iTENS, LLC is a privately-held Akron, Ohio healthcare technology company that designs and sells FDA-cleared wireless Bluetooth-enabled TENS therapy devices paired with a smartphone app for over-the-counter, drug-free pain relief, selling direct-to-consumer and through international distributors in 10+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Electrotherapy Devices

NAICS

Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYCRACAQAK

Posture, Musculoskeletal & Pain-Relief Devices (Posture Trainers, TENS/EMS, Massage Devices)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Electronics & Appliances Retail/Personal Health & Wellness Devices (Smart Scales, BP/ECG Monitors, Sleep Devices)

SECONDARYHLAHAMAG

Rehabilitation Therapy Equipment (PT/OT Modalities, Exercise & Balance Devices)

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Medical Devices & Diagnostics/Rehabilitation & Mobility Aids (DME)

Keywords

• Wireless TENS therapy
• Electrotherapy pain relief
• FDA-cleared TENS device
• Wearable pain management
• Smartphone TENS unit

Headquarters

HQ city

Akron

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. TENS Device Hardware Sales: One-time hardware sales of the iTENS device kits (Small Wings at $89.99, with Large Wings pricing available). Includes the wireless TENS unit installed into Wings, reusable gel pads, charging dock, and accessories.
2. Accessories and Consumables: Recurring revenue from replacement accessories including: Long Strip ($24.99), Small Wings Accessory, Large Wings Accessory, Gel pads ($7.99 per package of 3 sets), iTENS Device only ($59.99), charging accessories. Gel pads are consumables needing replacement every 7-10 uses.
3. Branded Merchandise: Sale of branded merchandise including iTENS t-shirts ($14.99) featuring 'ride the lightning' and 'wearable pain relief' messaging.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

iTENS designs, manufactures, and sells FDA-cleared wireless TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) electrotherapy devices that connect via Bluetooth to a companion smartphone app for drug-free pain relief. The product line consists of a rechargeable TENS unit paired with interchangeable wing attachments (Small, Large, Long Strip) that deliver electrical stimulation to targeted pain sites, supported by replacement gel pads, charging accessories, and a mobile app with preset therapy programs.

Product overview

iTENS is a healthcare and technology company offering a portfolio of FDA-cleared wireless TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) therapy devices for pain relief. The core offering consists of the iTENS device paired with interchangeable wing attachments (Small Wings, Large Wings, and Long Strip) that deliver electrotherapy via Bluetooth-connected smartphone app control. The product portfolio includes the main iTENS hardware unit with Small or Large Wings, plus add-on accessories such as replacement Gel Pads, Long Strip for extended coverage, Charging Dock, and AC Wall Adapter. The companion iTENS App (available for iOS and Android) enables program selection by body part, condition, or manual mode, along with treatment tracking. The company also offers branded merchandise including iTENS t-shirts. All products are designed for over-the-counter use without prescription.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• iTENS Device with Small Wings Kit Entry-level iTENS kit featuring the wireless FDA-cleared TENS/EMS device with rechargeable lithium-ion battery, Small Wings with laser-printed silver conductive surface, one set of reusable gel pads, and a charging dock with USB cable. Designed for individual consumers seeking drug-free pain relief on smaller body areas.
• iTENS Device with Large Wings Kit Maximum-coverage iTENS kit with the wireless FDA-cleared TENS/EMS device, Large Wings with laser-printed silver conductive surface, reusable gel pads, and charging dock. Built for individual consumers needing drug-free pain relief on larger body areas such as back and shoulder.
• iTENS Long Strip Accessory

Quantifiable outcome

• 24 hours of continuous use per charge
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered regional, minor and core.

• Red PhysioregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in Mexico. Handles local sales, shipping, and customer support for Mexican market.
• UL Corp (itens.co.kr)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in South Korea. Operates dedicated Korean website for local market.
• Body Clock (bodyclock.co.uk)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in United Kingdom.
• EvoshopregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in Greece and Cyprus.
• iTENS Australia/New Zealand (itens.com.au)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional website and distributor for Australia and New Zealand markets.
• Blue Sky PhysiominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in Afghanistan.
• Ecomed Norway (ecomed.no/itens)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in Norway.
• Simetri Grup (simetrigrup.com)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in Turkey.
• Pain Technology (paintechnology.in)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational distributor for iTENS products in India.
• Apple (App Store)coreTechnology or IntegrationiTENS app distributed through Apple App Store for iOS devices (iPhone 6s and newer, iOS 14-18). App ID: com.brighteyeinnovationsllc.itens
• Google (Google Play Store)coreTechnology or IntegrationiTENS app distributed through Google Play Store for Android devices (Android 4.4.4 to Android 14). App ID: com.brighteyeinnovationsllc.itens

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• DJO / Chattanooga: DJO's Chattanooga line is a major professional/clinical TENS and rehab-electrotherapy brand; it serves clinics and prescribers rather than pure consumer, but competes for the same underlying TENS therapy demand and could expand down-market into iTENS's territory.
• Beurer: Beurer is a large European personal-health brand with TENS/EMS devices and digital-app integration, offering comparable wireless pain-relief products through retail and pharmacy channels globally — overlapping with iTENS in international markets.
• Omron Healthcare: Omron is a large, established personal-health-device brand whose TENS units (e.g., Avail, Pocket Pain Pro) compete in the same OTC consumer channel as iTENS but with broader catalog, deeper retail relationships, and much larger marketing spend.

Direct peers

• iReliev: iReliev sells wireless and wired TENS/EMS units direct-to-consumer and on Amazon, competing head-to-head with iTENS on price, portability, and OTC pain relief. Strong overlap in customer profile (chronic pain sufferers seeking drug-free alternatives).
• Pure Enrichment: Pure Enrichment sells a portfolio of consumer wellness devices including TENS/EMS units, competing with iTENS for the same DTC and Amazon shelf-space and emphasizing drug-free, at-home pain relief.
• BioElectronics: BioElectronics markets ActiPatch and RecoveryRx — drug-free, OTC electronic pain-therapy devices with overlapping use cases (chronic musculoskeletal pain, post-surgical recovery) and a similar pharmacy/retail go-to-market versus iTENS.
• NeuroMetrix (Quell): NeuroMetrix's Quell is a wearable, app-enabled TENS device for chronic pain — very similar positioning to iTENS (FDA-cleared, OTC, smartphone-controlled, drug-free) and a directly comparable product archetype for chronic-pain sufferers.
• Hollywog: Hollywog makes the WiTouch and WiPro wireless TENS devices — the closest direct competitor to iTENS, targeting the same OTC, app-/remote-controlled, drug-free pain-relief use case with a similar wings-style electrode form factor.
• HealthmateForever: HealthmateForever markets a wide range of consumer TENS/EMS units with handheld controllers and electrode pads, sold DTC and on Amazon — directly comparable product set and target buyer (chronic-pain self-treaters) to iTENS.
• truMedic: truMedic offers consumer TENS/EMS massagers distributed through Amazon and retail, targeting the same OTC pain-relief shopper as iTENS with overlapping use cases (back, shoulder, muscle recovery).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/itensdevice
• Facebookfacebook.com/itensdevice
• Pinterestpinterest.com/itensdevice

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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