Gadget Man Ltd

What Gadget Man Ltd does

Gadget Man Ltd is a privately-held Irish consumer electronics retailer headquartered at 23 John Roberts Square, Waterford, with a second retail location at Lisduggan Shopping Centre. The company sells unlocked smartphones (Apple, Samsung, Nokia, Xiaomi, Doro, Emporia and others), tablets, audio equipment, gaming products, gadgets, accessories, kitchen, outdoor, and mobility products through its e-commerce site gadgetman.ie, supplemented by walk-in retail and a dedicated wholesale division for B2B bulk buyers. Both new and certified pre-owned devices (Grade A/B) are offered, with warranty coverage and a claimed catalog exceeding 5,000 smartphone models accessible via special order within five working days.

The business model is straightforward retail: one-time purchase of physical goods with no recurring or subscription component. Pricing is transactional, ranging from approximately €1 for budget accessories to €1,489 for flagship smartphones, with volume discounts available to wholesale customers. Customer segments include general Irish consumers seeking contract-free devices, senior citizens served through accessibility-focused phones, families purchasing children's gadgets and toys, and wholesale buyers purchasing in bulk for resale. The company markets through its own e-commerce site, email newsletter, Facebook, and a content blog, and ships across Ireland and Europe.

The company operates with a 5-employee headcount, no external funding, no parent or subsidiary relationships, and no disclosed revenue. It is an independent, locally owner-operated business with no proprietary technology stack, no AI/ML capabilities, and no patents, awards, or public-recognition certifications on record. Competitive positioning rests on breadth of unlocked-device inventory, hybrid online/offline distribution, and localized Irish-market brand recognition.

Name

Gadget Man Ltd

Legal name

Gadget Man LTD

Website

https://gadgetman.ie

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Gadget Man Ltd is a privately-held Irish consumer electronics retailer based in Waterford, selling unlocked smartphones, tablets, gadgets, audio, gaming, and accessories through gadgetman.ie, two physical stores, and a wholesale division serving individual consumers, seniors, families, and B2B resellers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Consumer Electronics Retail

NAICS

Electronics and Appliance Retailers (44921)

SIC

Retail-Radio, Tv & Consumer Electronics Stores (5731), Retail-Computer & Computer Software Stores (5734)

akta.pro primary industry

Big-Box Electronics + Mobile & Wireless Retail (CRACAAAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mobile Device Accessories (Cases, Screen Protectors, Mounts) (CRACALAH), Power Banks & Portable Power (Battery Packs, MagSafe Packs) (CRACATAD), Power Supplies, Batteries & Charging Components Retail (CRACAKAD)

Keywords

• Unlocked smartphones retail
• Consumer electronics store
• Mobile phone accessories
• Tablet and gadget sales
• Refurbished electronics retail

Headquarters

HQ city

Waterford City

HQ country

Ireland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consumer Electronics Retail: Gadget Man generates revenue primarily through one-time retail sales of consumer electronics including unlocked smartphones (new and used), tablets, gadgets, audio equipment, gaming products, and accessories. The business model relies on product margin from sales rather than recurring revenue streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Gadget Man Ltd is an Irish consumer electronics retailer that sells factory-unlocked smartphones, tablets, audio equipment, gaming products, gadgets, gifts, accessories, and small household appliances through its own e-commerce website (gadgetman.ie) and two physical retail stores in Waterford, Ireland. Its flagship category is unlocked mobile phones from brands such as Apple, Samsung, Doro, Nokia, Xiaomi, and CAT, offered both new and certified pre-owned with warranty. The company also operates a wholesale division supplying other resellers, and can special-order from over 5,000 smartphone models within five working days.

Product overview

Gadget Man Ltd operates an e-commerce retail platform (gadgetman.ie) offering a diverse portfolio of consumer electronics, mobile devices, gadgets, and gift items to customers primarily in Ireland. The company's core offering centers on unlocked smartphones (Apple iPhones, Samsung Galaxy devices, and specialty phones for seniors from Doro and Emporia) and tablets, available in both new and certified pre-owned conditions with warranty coverage. The product range extends across complementary categories including drones and RC gadgets, virtual reality headsets, smart watches, action cameras, audio equipment (speakers, headphones, record players), board games, video game accessories, phone cases and charging accessories, kitchen appliances, and novelty gift items. Products are sourced from established consumer electronics brands and distributed through the company's website with shipping across Ireland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Unlocked Smartphones Retail category of factory-unlocked mobile phones across all major brands and senior-accessibility specialists (Doro, Emporia), sold new or certified pre-owned with warranty coverage for Irish consumers and wholesale buyers.
• Tablets Retail range of tablet devices including Apple iPads, Samsung Galaxy Tab series, Xiaomi tablets, TCL tablets, and Hoco kids' tablets in various storage and connectivity options.
• Gadgets Broad category of consumer electronics and innovative gadgets including drones, virtual reality headsets, smart home devices, smart watches, action cameras, hoverboards, scooters, laptops, smart lighting, and specialty items for seniors, babies, and pets.
• Audio Equipment Audio equipment and accessories including Bluetooth speakers, radios, headphones, earphones, car audio systems, and vinyl record players from brands such as Philips, Lenco, Crosley, and Steepletone.
• Games and Gaming Products Board games, card games, video game consoles, retro gaming devices, fidget toys, Pokemon merchandise, party games, controllers, and Meffert's Cubes from various publishers and brands.
• Phone, Tablet, and Wearable Accessories Phone and tablet accessories including protective cases, charging cables (Apple Lightning, Micro USB, USB-C, laptop chargers), screen protectors, power banks, batteries, memory cards, gaming accessories, in-car accessories, and wearable device accessories for Fitbit, Apple Watch, Garmin, and Samsung Watch.
• Gifts Gift items categorized by recipient and occasion including gifts for him, her, and kids; Star Wars and Emoji merchandise; novelty gifts; greeting cards and pop-up cards; squishy toys; pocket-money items; and Valentine's Day gifts.
• Kitchen Appliances and Gadgets Kitchen appliances and accessories including small appliances, cooking gadgets, and novelty kitchen items such as coffee machines, hand blenders, and specialty cooking devices.
• Outdoor and Garden Products Outdoor and camping equipment including garden products and camping gear.
• Mobility Aids Mobility aids and equipment for individuals with mobility requirements.
• Nedis Smart Wi-Fi Robovac 3in1 Robot vacuum offering sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping with multiple cleaning modes, dual edge brushes, advanced sensors, 1400Pa motor, three-layer filtration capturing 99.5% of dust and allergens, and automatic charging.
• LDNIO SC2311 Power Strip Multi-plug extension socket with USB wall plug adapter featuring 2 sockets and 3 USB ports with PD and QC3.0 20W charging capability.
• CECOTEC Hand Blender Powertwist Cordless hand blender with 50W power, USB rechargeable battery, up to 40 minutes battery life, 5 speed levels, turbo function, LED display, and high-performance DC motor.
• Qubestove Pizza Oven + Heater Dual Outdoor pizza oven with dual fuel capability (wood pellets or gas), rotating design for even cooking, reaching temperatures up to 565°C for 90-second pizza cooking, made from stainless steel.
• Gadget Man Wholesale Division Dedicated wholesale division for businesses and other retailers seeking to purchase smartphones and electronics in bulk for resale, with volume discounts and warranty support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 5000 smartphone models available for order

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CeX: CeX is a UK and Ireland specialist in buying and selling second-hand and new consumer electronics including smartphones, tablets, and gaming. It is a direct peer on Gadget Man's refurbished/pre-owned device strategy and trading-card/console assortment.
• DID Electrical: DID Electrical is one of Ireland's largest independent electrical and electronics retailers, operating showrooms across the country. Like Gadget Man, it sells consumer electronics, smartphones, and household appliances to Irish consumers through omnichannel retail.
• Power City: Power City is a long-established Irish consumer electronics retailer with both physical stores and online sales of smartphones, TVs, audio, and home appliances. It is the closest direct competitor to Gadget Man in the Irish consumer electronics market, offering similar product breadth with greater scale.
• Menkind: Menkind is a UK/Ireland specialist gadget and gift retailer with a strong online and store presence across drones, smart gadgets, audio, and novelty gifts. It directly competes with Gadget Man's 'Gadgets' and 'Gifts' categories.

Broad incumbents

• Argos Ireland: Argos (part of Sainsbury's) operates in Ireland offering a broad catalogue of consumer electronics, gadgets, toys, and household goods. It competes with Gadget Man on unlocked devices, gadgets, gaming accessories, and gift purchases.
• Currys: Currys is a major UK and Ireland consumer electronics omnichannel retailer with extensive smartphone, tablet, audio, and gadget offerings. It dwarfs Gadget Man in scale and assortment but competes for the same Irish consumer electronics customer.
• Three Ireland / Vodafone Ireland / Eir: Irish mobile carriers sell smartphones (often locked or subsidized) alongside service plans and compete indirectly with Gadget Man's unlocked-device value proposition. While their distribution is fundamentally different, they represent the alternative purchasing channel Gadget Man must displace.
• Amazon UK / Amazon Ireland: Amazon is the dominant online consumer electronics retailer serving Irish consumers. It is the principal scale competitor to Gadget Man's e-commerce business, offering comparable unlocked smartphone and gadget SKUs with broader selection and pricing power.
• Harvey Norman: Harvey Norman is a large-format Irish (and global) retailer covering electronics, appliances, and furniture. While broader in scope than Gadget Man, it competes directly for the same consumer purchases of smartphones, tablets, audio, and gadgets.

Regional players

• Euronics: Euronics is a European buying group of independent electronics retailers; the Irish arm offers consumer electronics through independent member stores. It competes with Gadget Man at the European-wide level on similar product categories and independent-retail positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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