Kisag
Kisag AG is a Swiss kitchen appliance manufacturer founded in 1945, producing over 200 products including cream whippers, gas burners, fondue sets, and peelers for home cooks, professional gastronomy, and outdoor users in Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and select international markets.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1945
- HeadquartersBettlach, Switzerland
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Kisag does
Kisag AG is a Swiss kitchen appliance manufacturer founded in 1945 in Bellach, Switzerland, by Walter Kissling. The company designs, produces, and distributes over 200 products spanning cream whippers (Rahmbläser, patented 1958), safety gas burners, fondue and raclette sets, caquelons, peelers, kitchen helpers, and professional gastronomy equipment. Core technology centers on the proprietary Rahmbläser system, which pairs refillable whipper devices with consumable Kisag-branded N2O capsules, creating a recurring-revenue ecosystem; complementary technology includes refillable safety gas burners with precision flame control and electricity-free table-cooking systems such as the Rechaud Longfire and Candle Light Pro. Kisag sells primarily to Swiss and Liechtenstein consumers through its own e-commerce platform (kisag.ch), a factory store in Bellach, and a network of specialist kitchenware dealers and major Swiss retail chains, with international orders handled via export email. Since 2017 Kisag has been part of the VEBO-Gruppe, a nonprofit that provides vocational training and protected employment for people with disabilities in production and assembly. The company employs 11-50 staff, operates a content-driven marketing model anchored by a 1.2 million-subscriber YouTube channel and active presence on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Pinterest, and celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025 with the launch of new peeler designs and a 2026 multi-platform "Der Genussmacher" video campaign.
Kisag firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Kisag
- Legal name
- KISAG AG
- Website
- https://kisag.ch
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1945
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Kisag AG is a Swiss kitchen appliance manufacturer founded in 1945, producing over 200 products including cream whippers, gas burners, fondue sets, and peelers for home cooks, professional gastronomy, and outdoor users in Switzerland, Liechtenstein, and select international markets.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Kisag industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Kitchen Appliances & Kitchenware
- NAICS
- Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing (335210)
- SIC
- Household Appliances (3630)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Kitchen Gadgets & Tools Retail (CRACADAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Specialty Kitchen Appliances Retail (Sous Vide, Dehydrators, Ice Cream) (CRACADAF), Kitchen & Cooking Major Appliance Retail (Ranges, Ovens, Cooktops, Microwaves) (CRACACAA)
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Where Kisag is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Bettlach
- HQ country
- Switzerland
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Kisag business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Product Sales: Kisag generates revenue through the sale of kitchen appliances and utensils directly to consumers via their e-commerce platform and through retail/dealer channels. Product categories include whipper devices and capsules, gas burners and refills, fondue and raclette sets, caquelons, kitchen tools, peelers, and professional gastronomy equipment.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Standard product pricing ranging from entry-level to premium items |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Replacement parts and accessories |
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels9 records
Kisag product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Kisag manufactures and sells Swiss-made kitchen appliances and tools, with a portfolio of over 200 products. Its core offerings include the patented Rahmbläser (cream whipper) and compatible N2O capsules, safety gas burners and KIGAS refills, fondue and raclette sets (including Rechaud Longfire and Fondue-Set Davos), Caquelons, Sparschäler peelers, and the Gastro line of professional equipment such as the Stabmixer Gastro. Products are sold via the company's own e-commerce platform, factory store in Bellach, and through specialist dealers and Swiss retail chains.
Product overview
Kisag is a Swiss kitchen equipment manufacturer offering over 200 products across several interconnected categories. The core product lines include Whipper cream whippers (Creative, Professional, Classic, and Thermo models) for preparing whipped cream, desserts, and espumas, paired with Kisag N2O capsules as consumables. The Kochen am Tisch (Table Cooking) line features Rechaud Longfire burners, Safety Gas Burners with KIGAS gas refills, fondue Caquelons (Adelboden and other models), complete Fondue Sets (Davos), Raclette Aufsatz Sierre wireless attachment, Wokpfanne Kyoto, and the Candle Light Pro portable oven. The In der Küche (In the Kitchen) category includes Sparschäler (peelers) in various Swiss-themed designs (Fahnenschwinger, Alpabzug, Alphorn, Edelweiss, Muni, Schwinger), the ARTISAN FSC-certified wood line, Brotkasten Paris, and kitchen helpers in silicone and stainless steel. The Gastro line provides professional equipment including Stabmixer Gastro immersion blenders. Additionally, Kisag offers the Soda Maker for sparkling water and iSi Nitro for nitrogen-infused beverages. Products share common design principles emphasizing Swiss precision, durability, and ease of use, with accessories like 2in1 Fonduegabeln serving multiple product lines.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- Kisag Whipper Creative 0.5L Cream whipper for preparing whipped cream, desserts, and espumas; dishwasher-safe components and ergonomic design, aimed at home cooking enthusiasts.
- Kisag Whipper Professional 0.5L Professional-grade cream whipper designed for intensive use in commercial and home kitchens, delivering consistent results for cream, espumas, and foams.
- Rechaud Longfire Silver Compact fondue and raclette burner providing adjustable heat without electricity, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
- Raclette Aufsatz Sierre Wireless raclette attachment for the Longfire system, enabling safe and flexible raclette preparation without electrical cords, suitable for restaurants and private use.
- Wokpfanne Kyoto Wok pan designed for use with Kisag Powerfire systems, enabling Asian-style cooking at the table.
- Fondue-Set Davos Complete fondue set including Rechaud Davos, Safety Gas Burner Classic, Fondue Caquelon Lenk, and 2in1 Fonduegabeln Black.
- Fondue-Caquelon Adelboden Enamelled cast iron fondue pot suitable for all heat sources including induction and oven, with 2-litre capacity for 4-6 persons.
- Brotkasten Paris Bread box made from FSC-certified beech wood for sustainable kitchen storage.
- Sparschäler Universal Schweizer Kreuz Universal peeler with Swiss cross design, featuring ultra-sharp movable blade made of 18/10 stainless steel.
- Candle Light Pro Collapsible mini-oven for outdoor cooking, reaching high temperatures using standard rechaud candles (100% paraffin) without electricity, suitable for raclette, Flammkuchen, fried eggs, mini-pizza, and bacon.
- Soda Maker Device for preparing sparkling water at home, converting plain water into carbonated beverages for cocktails and refreshments.
- iSi Nitro Nitrogen infusion device for preparing nitro cold brew coffee, tea, and cocktails with creamy texture and natural sweetness.
- Kisag Kapseln (Whipper Capsules) Nitrous oxide (N2O) cartridges containing 7.5g pure dinitrogen monoxide per capsule, compatible exclusively with Kisag whippers.
- Stabmixer Gastro Professional immersion blender for commercial kitchens, designed for puréeing, mixing, and whipping creamy soups, cream, fruit purées, sauces, pesto, salsa, hummus, vinaigrettes, smoothies, and mayonnaise.
- Sicherheitsgasbrenner (Safety Gas Burner) Refillable safety gas burner with precise flame control and high heat output, suitable for professional use and table cooking.
- KIGAS Nachfülldose (Gas Refill Can) 600ml refill canister of liquefied petroleum gas suitable for all lighters and gas devices including Kisag burners.
- 2in1 Fonduegabeln Dual-function fondue forks combining fork and spoon functionality in stainless steel, black, or wood variants.
- ARTISAN Line Kitchen helper line made from FSC-certified beech wood, designed for environmentally conscious cooking enthusiasts.
Quantifiable outcome
- Products designed to last generations - ' Küchenhelfer für's Leben, die Generationen überdauern!'
Companies that use Kisag
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Kisag technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Kisag partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- MOTION productionminorMOTION production collaborated with Kisag on the 2026 'Der Genussmacher' digital campaign, producing a 12-part video series featuring authentic moments and humor showing how Kisag products make everyday life easier and transform small enjoyment moments into lasting memories.
- VEBO GroupcoreKisag AG has been part of the VEBO Group since 2017. VEBO is an organization focused on training and professional integration of people with disabilities. Kisag's goal is to further expand protected workplaces in production, assembly, and konfektionierung of kitchen appliances, making it easier for people with disabilities to enter the labor market.
- Swiss PostcoreProducts ordered through the Kisag online shop are shipped via Swiss Post A-Post, typically arriving the next business day after order receipt. Swiss Post is the primary logistics partner for domestic deliveries.
- Ideal Payment AGcorePayment processing partner for invoice purchases in the Kisag online shop. Kisag assigns its payment claims to Ideal Payment AG for invoice transactions. Includes credit check services and debt collection for overdue payments.
- Specialist Kitchenware Dealers and Swiss RetailerscoreProducts distributed through numerous specialist kitchenware stores and major Swiss retail chains. New products are available not only in the online shop but also at numerous specialist stores and leading Swiss retailers.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Kisag competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Bodum: Swiss-Danish housewares brand with strong overlap in fondue sets, caquelons, kitchen gadgets and double-wall glassware; comparable mid-premium price band and international retail footprint.
- Stöckli: Swiss cookware and fondue/raclette specialist with caquelons, rechauds and table-cooking accessories that compete head-to-head with Kisag's Kochen am Tisch line in the same retail channels.
- Kuhn Rikon: Swiss manufacturer of kitchen gadgets, peelers, pressure cookers and table-cooking tools with overlapping SKU categories, similar DACH distribution, and comparable premium Swiss-made positioning.
- Le Creuset: Premium cast-iron cookware brand with a strong fondue, caquelon and raclette offering; competes with Kisag in table-cooking occasions and premium gifting, though at a higher price point.
- Victorinox: Iconic Swiss brand spanning household tools, peelers, kitchen knives and table cooking; shares the Swiss-heritage premium positioning and a similar 80+ year brand story used as a marketing asset.
- iSi: Austrian manufacturer of cream whippers, N2O chargers and gastronomy equipment — the most direct category competitor to Kisag's flagship Whipper and Kapseln product lines, including the iSi Nitro device referenced on Kisag's own site.
Broad incumbents
- KitchenAid (Whirlpool): Global kitchen-appliance brand spanning stand mixers, blenders and food prep; competes for premium home-cook wallet share but at much larger scale and with a US-centric distribution model.
- Tefal / SEB Group: Global small-appliance incumbent with broad coverage of cookware, gas burners, immersion blenders and electric kitchenware; overlaps Kisag's stabmixer and table-cooking categories but is far broader and more mass-market.
- Cuisinart (Conair): US-based small-appliance brand covering food processors, blenders and immersion blenders — overlaps Kisag's stabmixer and food-prep appliance category without Kisag's Swiss heritage angle.
Emerging players
- Anova Culinary: Direct-to-consumer sous-vide and small-appliance brand that competes for the same premium home-cook and gastronomy segments Kisag targets, but with a technology-led, US-rooted positioning.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Kisag social profiles
Digital presenceKisag compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance2 records
Kisag financial estimates
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Kisag leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Kisag funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Kisag M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Kisag
What does Kisag do?
Kisag manufactures and sells Swiss-made kitchen appliances and tools, with a portfolio of over 200 products. Its core offerings include the patented Rahmbläser (cream whipper) and compatible N2O capsules, safety gas burners and KIGAS refills, fondue and raclette sets (including Rechaud Longfire and Fondue-Set Davos), Caquelons, Sparschäler peelers, and the Gastro line of professional equipment such as the Stabmixer Gastro. Products are sold via the company's own e-commerce platform, factory store in Bellach, and through specialist dealers and Swiss retail chains.
Is Kisag a public or private company?
Kisag is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.
When was Kisag founded?
Kisag was founded in 1945. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Kisag based?
Kisag is headquartered in Bettlach, Switzerland, in the Europe region.
How does Kisag make money?
One revenue line is on record: product Sales.
Who are Kisag's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Bodum, Stöckli, Kuhn Rikon, Le Creuset, Victorinox and iSi. Broad incumbents are KitchenAid (Whirlpool), Tefal / SEB Group and Cuisinart (Conair). Anova Culinary is listed as an emerging player.
Does Kisag have an API?
No public API is recorded for Kisag.
What industry is Kisag in?
Kisag's product category is Kitchen Appliances & Kitchenware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRACADAB, Kitchen Gadgets & Tools Retail, with a secondary code of CRACADAF, Specialty Kitchen Appliances Retail (Sous Vide, Dehydrators, Ice Cream). Its NAICS code is 335210 and its SIC code is 3630.