JeVois Inc

What JeVois Inc does

JeVois Inc is a privately held, founder-owned manufacturer of self-contained smart machine vision cameras headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Founded in 2017, the company designs, builds, and sells a tiny open-source camera platform that integrates a video sensor, quad-core or 6-core ARM processor, USB video output (UVC standard), and hardware serial port into a single 28cc/17g package, eliminating the need for a separate host computer to run machine vision workloads. The platform runs a full Linux operating system with a GPL-licensed software stack supporting OpenCV, TensorFlow Lite, Darknet, Python, and C++17, and offers optional Hailo-8 neural accelerator integration delivering up to 31 TOPS of inference performance on the JeVois-Pro line.

The product portfolio spans two hardware generations: the entry-level JeVois-A33 (Allwinner A33 quad-core ARM Cortex A7, $49.99 camera-only / $59.99 turnkey kit / $69.99 multilens kits) targeted at makers, hobbyists, and educators, and the higher-performance JeVois-Pro (6-core processor, $249.99 standalone / $529.99 bundled with Hailo-8) targeted at deep learning and edge AI applications. A broad accessory catalog (global-shutter sensor with 9-DOF IMU, fisheye and no-distortion lenses, 4K and 2MP sensors, microSD storage, Arduino-compatible microcontroller, cables) enables modular configuration for robotics, drones, surveillance, and embedded systems use cases.

JeVois generates revenue exclusively through one-time hardware sales via a direct-to-consumer Shopify storefront, with no subscription component, no enterprise contracts, no disclosed funding rounds, and no institutional investors. The go-to-market motion is product-led growth rooted in open-source community building (jevois.org documentation, github.com/jevois repository, developer tutorials) targeting developers, researchers, and hobbyists primarily in North America with worldwide shipping. The company operates with 1-10 employees and is founder-financed.

Name

JeVois Inc

Legal name

JeVois Inc

Website

https://jevoisinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

JeVois Inc designs and sells open-source smart machine vision cameras integrating video sensor, ARM processor, and USB video in a 28cc package, targeting makers, developers, researchers, and educators via direct e-commerce worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Machine Vision Cameras

NAICS

Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (3341), Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing (334118), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

akta.pro primary industry

Real-Time Vision at the Edge (on-device CV/video) (HDAAAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Embedded & Compute Modules (SoMs, COM Express/SMARC, industrial SBC modules) (IMAGAJAK)

Keywords

• Smart machine vision
• Embedded vision cameras
• Deep learning hardware
• Open-source computer vision
• AI vision sensors

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

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, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: One-time hardware sales of smart cameras (JeVois-A33 and JeVois-Pro), sensor upgrade kits, neural accelerators, and accessories. Products sold at fixed price points with no subscription component. Revenue derived from unit sales through direct e-commerce.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

JeVois Inc designs, manufactures, and sells self-contained smart machine vision cameras that integrate a video sensor, quad-core processor, USB video output, and serial port into a tiny 28cc/17g package. The company offers two product lines — the JeVois-A33 (entry-level, quad-core ARM Cortex A7) and the JeVois-Pro (6-core processor with up to 31 TOPS deep learning capability) — along with sensor kits, lenses, neural accelerators, and accessories. All products run an open-source Linux-based machine vision framework supporting OpenCV, TensorFlow Lite, and Darknet, targeting developers, makers, researchers, and educators.

Product overview

JeVois Inc offers two generations of smart machine vision cameras: the compact JeVois-A33 (28cc, 17g) with quad-core ARM processor running Linux and supporting OpenCV/TensorFlow Lite, and the higher-performance JeVois-Pro with 6-core processor capable of 31 TOPS for deep learning. Both are self-contained units combining video sensor, CPU, USB video, and serial port. The product portfolio includes turnkey starter kits bundling cameras with cables and microSD cards, replacement sensors with various resolutions and lens options (including global shutter, fisheye, no-distortion, and low-light/NoIR variants), neural accelerators like the Hailo-8, and accessories including Arduino microcontrollers, cables, and storage. JeVois-A33 uses the Allwinner A33 quad-core processor while JeVois-Pro supports neural accelerator add-ons for enhanced AI performance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• JeVois-A33 Smart Machine Vision Camera Compact smart camera combining video sensor, quad-core ARM Cortex A7 processor (1.34GHz with Mali-400 GPU), USB video output, and serial port in a 28cc/17g package. Runs open-source Linux OS with machine vision algorithms including OpenCV and TensorFlow Lite on microSD. For developers, makers, hobbyists, and researchers.
• JeVois-Pro Deep Learning Smart Camera Professional deep learning camera with 6-core processor delivering up to 31 TOPS for neural network processing. Supports neural accelerator add-ons including Hailo-8 for enhanced AI performance. For advanced machine vision and deep learning workloads.
• JeVois-Pro + Hailo-8 Deep Learning Smart Camera (31 TOPS) JeVois-Pro camera with integrated Hailo-8 neural accelerator providing 31 TOPS for deep neural network processing. Pre-installed neural accelerator for maximum AI performance.
• JeVois-A33 Beginner Turnkey Kit Complete starter bundle including JeVois-A33 camera, micro-serial cable for Arduino, 8GB microSD with pre-loaded software, USB card reader, and mini-USB Y cable. Designed for first-time users and beginners.
• JeVois-A33 Multilens 1.3MP Turnkey Kit Turnkey kit with 1.3MP OmniVision OV9653 sensor and 4 interchangeable lenses (68deg standard plus 3 additional lenses) for flexibility in field of view.
• JeVois-A33 Multilens Low-Light 0.3MP Turnkey Kit Turnkey kit with low-light 0.3MP OmniVision OV7725 sensor featuring NoIR capability for night vision with IR illumination, includes 4 interchangeable lenses.
• JeVois 1.2MP Global-Shutter Sensor with 9-DOF IMU Upgrade Kit - COLOR Replacement sensor with OnSemi AR0135 global shutter 1.2MP imager and TDK-InvenSense ICM-20948 9-DOF IMU (accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer). Includes 5 S-Mount lenses (1.8mm to 12mm) and modified 3D-printed case. For low-light and high-motion conditions.
• JeVois 1.2MP Global-Shutter Sensor with 9-DOF IMU Upgrade Kit - MONOCHROME Monochrome version of the 1.2MP global shutter sensor upgrade kit with 9-DOF IMU, same specifications as the color version.
• JeVois 1.3MP Sensor with 120deg Fisheye Lens Replacement sensor with 120-degree fisheye lens for wider field of view. Includes barrel distortion correction algorithm running on GPU.
• JeVois 1.3MP Sensor with 90deg No-Distortion Lens Replacement sensor with 90-degree wide-angle lens featuring no distortion, eliminating need for barrel correction.
• Hailo-8 26-TOPS Neural Accelerator M.2 A+E 2230 Neural network accelerator add-on delivering up to 26 TOPS for JeVois-Pro. OEM version without heatsink, installs inside camera. Requires JeVois-Pro (not compatible with A33).
• Atmega 32u4 16MHz/5V Arduino-compatible Micro-controller Arduino Leonardo-compatible microcontroller with micro-USB for power/serial and hardware UART for communicating with JeVois over Serial1. Used to interface JeVois with Arduino projects.
• JeVois-Pro IMX290 1920x1080 (2MP) Replacement Sensor Replacement sensor for JeVois-Pro with 2MP IMX290 sensor capable of 1920x1080 resolution.
• JeVois-Pro os08a10 3840x2160 (4K, 8MP) Sensor High-resolution 4K (8MP) replacement sensor for JeVois-Pro using os08a10 sensor.
• MicroSD 128GB Patriot EP V30 Card with JeVois-Pro Software 128GB microSD card pre-loaded with JeVois-Pro software for out-of-box functionality.
• MicroSD 8GB High-Speed Card with JeVois Software 8GB Class 10 microSD card pre-loaded with JeVois software for immediate use with JeVois-A33.

Quantifiable outcome

• Boot time of 5 seconds to full operation
• +3 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

AI capability3 records

Feature6 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stereolabs: Stereolabs makes the ZED stereo camera family with on-board and host-side deep learning for depth sensing, spatial AI, and robotics. While higher priced and more industrial-focused, it competes with JeVois-Pro for the same embedded vision and robotics applications.
• Luxonis: Luxonis makes the OAK family of spatial AI cameras (OAK-1, OAK-D, OAK-4) that combine image sensors with on-device neural network inference. It is the closest direct competitor to JeVois, targeting the same maker/developer segment with similar form factor and price points, and competing head-to-head on edge AI vision workloads.
• OpenCV AI Kit: Originally the OpenCV AI Kit (OAK) before being acquired by Luxonis, this platform was built around OpenCV-compatible embedded vision with depth and AI capabilities. JeVois runs OpenCV natively, making it a direct competitor in the same open-source-leaning developer ecosystem.
• Arduino (Nicla Vision): Arduino's Nicla Vision is a tiny, low-power smart camera module with on-board MCU and machine vision capabilities, designed for the same maker and embedded developer audience as JeVois. Hardware serial/UART integration with Arduino is a JeVois selling point, making Nicla Vision a direct competitor for that ecosystem.

Broad incumbents

• Basler: Basler is an established industrial camera manufacturer offering machine vision cameras with embedded processing options. While focused on industrial/professional customers rather than makers, it competes with JeVois-Pro for embedded vision applications in factory automation and inspection.
• Intel RealSense: Intel's RealSense depth camera line (D400 series, D455) is a major incumbent in embedded 3D vision for robotics, drones, and AI applications. JeVois competes on size, price, and openness rather than depth capability, but RealSense is the established name in the same customer workflow.
• NVIDIA Jetson: NVIDIA Jetson Nano, Orin Nano, and Orin NX developer kits provide AI-enabled embedded computing for vision and robotics. While broader and more general-purpose than JeVois, they compete for the same edge AI vision workloads and developer mindshare in robotics and ML prototyping.

Emerging players

• Raspberry Pi (with AI Camera/HAT): Raspberry Pi's Camera Module 3 combined with the AI Kit (Hailo-8L) creates a low-cost edge AI vision platform for the same maker and educational segment. JeVois explicitly markets Raspberry Pi integration, making the Pi AI Camera a direct substitute for many of the same use cases.

Others

• Hailo: Hailo designs the Hailo-8 neural accelerator chip that JeVois-Pro bundles. While a partner/supplier rather than direct competitor, Hailo also sells its own developer kits and works with multiple camera partners, so it sits in JeVois's competitive ecosystem as both enabler and adjacent vendor.

Regional players

• E-con Systems: E-con Systems designs embedded camera modules and vision systems for OEMs, with strong presence in industrial and IoT applications. While primarily targeting embedded OEMs rather than end developers, it competes with JeVois-Pro for embedded vision integration in industrial products.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• GitHubgithub.com/jevois
• Xx.com/jevoisorg

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

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