betterlights

What betterlights does

BETTERLIGHTS GmbH & Co. KG is a Köditz, Germany-based LED lighting company founded in 2013 that develops and supplies energy-efficient LED luminaires and project-based illumination solutions for industrial, commercial, and sports-facility customers. The product portfolio spans more than 30 SKUs across high-bay hall luminaires (EUROPE, ARENA, CREDO Gen. 4, FUTURE with sensor, LOOP), magnetic-mount linear light bars (MONORAIL PROFI, EURORAIL T, JetLight IP65), light band systems, LED tubes, panels, damp-location luminaires, office and workplace fixtures, track spotlights, and stadium/sports floodlights. Differentiated technology includes integrated motion and daylight sensors (Merrytek RC2 microwave, 30%/100% dimming logic), the proprietary Plug-and-Shine magnetic mounting system with GST15 snap-lock connectors, modular adjustable floodlights with laser alignment, and Wieland NRG BASIC flat-cable integration that reduces installation time. LED chips are sourced from OSRAM, Samsung, LG, LUMILEDS, Epistar, Everlight, San'an, and Luminus; manufacturing is split between Europe (EURORAIL, Made in Europe) and Asia.

The company operates a sales-led, full-cycle project business model: on-site assessment, customized light planning compliant with workplace and sports standards (Arbeitsstättenrichtlinie, DIN EN 12193, DIN 18032 Part 3, D-mark), ROI/amortization calculation, product supply, and professional installation by an in-house team. Distribution is exclusively direct to end-customers; there is no public pricing, no online store, and no third-party reseller channel. Customer segments are vertical, with primary focus on warehouse and logistics operators, manufacturing and production facilities, and sports facilities and outdoor areas; secondary segments include retail/garden centers, offices and administrative buildings, and petrol stations. Documented enterprise customers include Hagebaumarkt (multiple locations), Klöckner & Co. (Nürnberg, Landsberg), BITO-Lagertechnik, Schulte Lagertechnik, GEALAN Formteile, Knoll GmbH, CUBE Bikes, Spedition Hans Wormser AG, EHC Klostersee, FSV Inningen, and TRIAD Business-Park, with energy savings of 50–78% (and up to 90% with sensor technology) typically cited.

Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the company is a family-owned German limited partnership (GmbH & Co. KG) managed by Christian Horn, with no external institutional investment and a single known general partner entity. Marketing is limited and targeted — company website, downloadable product documentation, project case studies, satellite sustainability/ESG positioning (Nachhaltigkeit im Handwerk 360° certification, April 2025), and recurring trade show presence at LogiMAT (Stuttgart, 2025 and 2026). Geographic footprint is Germany-dominant with European project references; the 'Partner werden' page and a Leasing page on the website suggest nascent channel and financing initiatives.

Name

betterlights

Legal name

BETTERLIGHTS GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://betterlights.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Betterlights (BETTERLIGHTS GmbH & Co. KG) is a German LED lighting company that develops, supplies, and installs energy-efficient LED luminaires and project-based illumination solutions for industrial, commercial, warehouse, manufacturing, and sports facility customers, primarily in Germany.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial LED Lighting

NAICS

Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (335132), Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513), Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (335139)

SIC

Electric Lighting & Wiring Equipment (3640)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial & Commercial Luminaires (High-bay, Low-bay, Troffers, Downlights) (IMAGAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Outdoor & Area Lighting (Street, Roadway, Parking, Flood, Sports/Architectural exterior) (IMAGAIAB), Specialty & Task/Workstation Lighting (Inspection/task lights, cleanroom/food-grade, portable work lights) (IMAGAIAK)

Keywords

• Industrial LED lighting
• LED high-bay luminaires
• Warehouse lighting systems
• Commercial lighting retrofit
• Sports facility floodlighting

Headquarters

HQ city

Köditz

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. LED Luminaire Sales: Sale of proprietary LED luminaires including hall Strahler, linear light bars, track spotlights, floodlights, tubes, panels, and exterior luminaires. Products are sold directly to commercial and industrial end customers as part of project engagements.
2. Professional Installation Services: Full project execution including on-site assessment, light planning, installation, and documentation of light values. Installation is performed by the company's own team or authorized partners, and is billed as part of the overall project.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Betterlights develops, supplies, and installs a proprietary range of LED luminaires — high-bay Hallenstrahler, linear light bars, light band systems, LED tubes, panels, damp-location luminaires, office luminaires, track spotlights, and stadium/outdoor floodlights — for industrial, commercial, and sports applications. The company delivers each engagement as an end-to-end project covering on-site assessment, light planning per workplace standards (Arbeitsstättenrichtlinie), product supply, professional in-house installation, and light-value documentation.

Product overview

Betterlights is a German LED lighting company offering a comprehensive portfolio of energy-efficient LED luminaires and light management solutions. The product range includes high-bay hall luminaires (EUROPE, ARENA, CREDO, FUTURE with sensor, LOOP), LED light bars/strips (MONORAIL PROFI, EURORAIL T, JetLight IP65), light band systems (Lightline S, RetroFit T8), LED tubes (T8 SuperBright, T5 SuperBright, T8 High-Bay Warehouse), LED panels (CUPOLA SL), damp location luminaires (STABILUS D Gen. 3, STABILUS RS, STABILUS FLEX, Vollspektrum), office luminaires (OFFICE Linear, Arbeitsplatzleuchte EUROPE), flood lights (ASTRA), track spotlights (LinearFocus C TILT, LinearFocus Gen. 2, LinearFocus A BAUMARKT, LinearFocus A DOUBLE, LinearFocus A adjustable, TURBO zoomable), stadium/sports flood lights (SportsField, SportsField MODULAR, Freiflächenfluter FLEX), outdoor luminaires (Außenleuchte EUROPE, Wegeleuchte EUROPE), crane luminaires (Kranleuchte EUROPE), and LED corn light bulbs (CornLight KORPUS Gen. 2, CornLight BATMAN, CornLight FOCUS). Many products feature integrated sensor technology for motion detection and daylight sensing, Plug-and-Shine/GST connection systems for easy installation, and optional D-mark certification for fire-risk areas. The company provides project-specific customization, professional light planning, and installation services primarily for industrial, commercial, and sports facility applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LED Hallenstrahler EUROPE A customizable LED high-bay luminaire for warehouses, production facilities, and sports venues. Made in Europe, available with ball-impact safety certification per DIN 18032 Part 3 and various power configurations for project-specific requirements.
• LED Hallenstrahler ARENA LP10 Gen. 3 High-efficiency LED high-bay luminaire (approximately 130 lm/W) designed for sports facilities, production halls, warehouses, exhibition spaces, and outdoor areas, with ball-impact safety certification per DIN 18032 Part 3 and optional D-mark for fire-risk areas.
• LED Hallenstrahler CREDO Gen. 4 High-efficiency LED high-bay luminaire achieving 165 lm/W, available with dimming, motion sensor, and reflector options, D-mark available on request for fire-risk areas, with optional 60° and 90° lens technology.
• LED Hallenstrahler FUTURE mit Sensor High-efficiency LED high-bay luminaire with integrated Merrytek RC2 microwave motion and daylight sensor, optimized heat dissipation and ventilation design, eliminating the need for separate control wiring.
• LED Hallenstrahler LOOP LED high-bay luminaire featuring revolutionary lens technology for excellent UGR (glare) values, with a special surface coating that prevents water and dust adhesion, and variable installation options for quick mounting.
• LED Lichtleiste MONORAIL PROFI LED light bar for rack systems, system platforms, and exhibition spaces featuring the Plug-and-Shine GST15 plug system for easy daisy-chaining of up to 20 luminaires, magnetic mounting to metal surfaces, and optional motion sensor (90-second auto-off).
• LED Lichtleiste EURORAIL T Energy-efficient LED light bar for rack systems, system platforms, and exhibition spaces featuring GST15 plug system, D-mark certification for fire-risk areas, motion sensor options (20%/100% dimming), magnetic mounting, and made in Europe.
• LED Lichtleiste JetLight IP65 IP65-rated LED light strip for production halls, warehouses, exhibition spaces, and outdoor areas with high moisture or dust, with simple mounting via magnetic clamps or wire rope suspension and flexible adjustment of light requirements.
• LED-Lichtbandsystem Lightline S LED trunking/light band system for production halls, warehouses, exhibition spaces, and retail areas with optional sensor units for energy savings, simple mounting, and 180 lm/W efficiency.
• LED Kranleuchte EUROPE LED crane luminaire specifically designed for crane lighting applications, with optimal beam angle for work-area illumination, very low glare through large surface and reflector technology, and high robustness against vibrations.
• LED Röhre T8 SuperBright Energy-efficient LED tube replacement for T8 fluorescent tubes with a wide range of wattages (8–40W) and lengths (438–2400mm), adjustable end caps, and high lumen maintenance of 98.05% at 6,000 hours.
• LED Röhre T5 SuperBright Energy-efficient LED tube replacement for T5 fluorescent tubes with flicker-free operation, aluminum and polycarbonate housing, and adjustable end caps for easy installation.
• LED Röhre T8 SuperBright Hochregallager LED tube designed for high-bay warehouses with 60° beam angle ideal for light points above 5m height, with a narrow beam focusing light downward for optimal illumination in narrow, high aisles.
• LED Panel CUPOLA SL LED panel for offices, laboratories, medical practices, shops, and exhibition spaces with four-sided light entry for homogeneous distribution, UGR<19 for low glare, and quick exchange from conventional raster lights.
• LED Feuchtraumleuchte STABILUS D Gen. 3 Damp-location luminaire for parking garages, workshops, railway stations, cold storage, and offices with fully wired protective conductor, IP65/IK10 rating, optional D-mark for fire-risk areas, and light-band creation through series connection.
• LED Feuchtraumleuchte STABILUS RS Damp-location luminaire for cold storage, workshops, warehouses, car washes, mast operations, food industry, and swimming pools with IP69 rating, stainless steel construction, UV-resistant PC options, and light-band creation through series connection.
• LED Feuchtraumleuchte STABILUS FLEX Versatile damp-location luminaire for parking garages, workshops, railway stations, cold storage, and warehouses with adjustable power (25–45W), optional D-mark for fire-risk areas, and integrated sensor adapter for flexible sensor options.
• LED Feuchtraumleuchte Vollspektrum Full-spectrum LED luminaire for manufacturing and quality control requiring perfect color rendering, with CRI>95 (CRI>97 overall) including violet and blue short wavelengths to simulate the natural sunlight spectrum.
• LED Büroleuchte OFFICE Linear Linear office floor-standing LED luminaire with touch dimmer for adjustable direct/indirect lighting, integrated motion sensor, modern slim design, and UGR<6 for glare-free office illumination.
• LED Fluter ASTRA LED flood light for efficient illumination of squares, walkways, courtyards, logistics areas, advertising surfaces, and outdoor sales areas with robust die-cast aluminum housing with cooling fins and adjustable beam angle.
• LED Schienenstrahler LinearFocus C TILT LED track spotlight for 3-phase rail systems with double-tilt capability for illuminating wall surfaces, rack surfaces, and advertising areas, with very low glare, optional DALI dimming, and 160 lm/W efficiency.
• LED Schienenstrahler LinearFocus Gen. 2 LED track spotlight for 3-phase rail systems featuring Samsung SMD LED chips, 25°×90° single/double wallwash and 85°×85° symmetric beam angles, optional CRI>90, and 50,000-hour lifetime.
• LED Schienenstrahler LinearFocus A BAUMARKT LED track spotlight for 3-phase rail systems with optional sensor, multiple beam-angle options (60×90°, 30×60°, 80×110°, UGR<19 lenses), Epistar LED chips, and IP30 rating.
• LED Schienenstrahler LinearFocus A DOUBLE LED track spotlight for 3-phase rail systems with dual independently swiveling modules (up to 90°) for flexible illumination of different areas such as banner lighting, with optional CRI>90.
• LED Schienenstrahler LinearFocus A dreh- und schwenkbar LED track spotlight for 3-phase rail systems with adjustable rotation and tilt, available in anti-glare version or variable power (30–60W); can be used for area lighting similar to light-band systems.
• LED Schienenstrahler TURBO zoomable LED track spotlight with adjustable beam angle (15°–33° or 15°–60°) and adjustable power (25/32W or 35W), 360° rotatable, Luminus COB LED, CRI>90; for retail spaces, offices, exhibition areas, and trade-show booths.
• LED Arbeitsplatzleuchte EUROPE Linear LED luminaire with reflectors for optimal workplace illumination, uniform maximum luminous flux distribution with good glare control, UV-free, silver eloxierte Beschichtung housing.
• LED Freiflächenfluter FLEX LED flood light for sports fields and outdoor areas with individually adjustable modules in power and beam angle, adjustable horizontally and vertically, IP66 rated, with power range 480–1440W.
• LED Stadionstrahler SportsField LED stadium flood light for sports fields, parking lots, and outdoor areas with 150 lm/W efficiency, individually adjustable modules, IP66 rating with electrophoretic coating for durability, and power range 200–1000W.
• LED Stadionstrahler SportsField MODULAR LED stadium flood light with modular design — each module has its own driver — 125 lm/W efficiency, laser-pointer alignment system, IP66 rated, 450W model with 54,700–57,500 lm output.
• LED Außenleuchte EUROPE Linear LED luminaire for outdoor areas requiring uniform light distribution with low glare, with project-specific customization, made in Europe with 5-year warranty.
• LED Wegeleuchte EUROPE LED pathway luminaire for streets, parking lots, plazas, parks, pedestrian and bike paths, and public areas with project-specific customization, approximately 130 lm/W efficiency, 100,000-hour lifetime, made in Europe.
• LED Leuchtmittel CornLight KORPUS Gen. 2 LED corn-bulb retrofit luminaire for high-bay luminaires, street, and parking lighting with power range 12–63W, E27/E40 bases, passive cooling, and compact design.
• LED Leuchtmittel CornLight BATMAN LED corn-bulb retrofit for street and parking lighting with foldable design for high-power applications (80–110W), replacement for 250W and 400W HQL, 140 lm/W efficiency, IP64 rated.
• LED Leuchtmittel CornLight FOCUS LED corn-bulb retrofit for pathway and parking lighting with passive cooling, built-in reflectors for reduced light pollution, low weight and compact design, power range 19–54W, IP64 rated.
• LED Lichtbandystem RetroFit T8 LED light-band system without ballast for T8 LED tube installation, reducing maintenance by eliminating ballast failures, with phase selection via contact-pin shifting and single/dual lamp holders available.
• Professional Lighting Project Delivery (assessment, planning, installation, documentation) End-to-end project service for LED lighting retrofits including on-site assessment, custom light planning per workplace guidelines (Arbeitsstättenrichtlinie), ROI/amortization calculation, professional in-house installation, and light-value documentation; delivered to commercial and industrial end customers as bundled engagements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Electricity savings of 50–78% per LED retrofit project vs. conventional lighting
• +10 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered supporting.

• ITW SystemssupportingTechnology or IntegrationBETTERLIGHTS partners with ITW Systems for the co-development of custom/individual LED luminaire solutions for specialized applications. For all application areas, BETTERLIGHTS can have luminaires individually manufactured for specific project requirements in cooperation with ITW Systems. This enables bespoke optical and mechanical configurations not covered by standard product lines.
• Wieland (NRG BASIC / Flachleitungssytem)supportingTechnology or IntegrationBETTERLIGHTS integrates the Wieland NRG BASIC flat cable system as a standardized installation solution across its LED retrofit projects. The NRG BASIC system uses a simple adapter connection: luminaires come pre-configured with GST-18 connectors and are plugged into adapters on-site, eliminating complex control wiring. First used at Hagebaumarkt Ebersberg, saving 2 full working days for the installation team. The system also allows customers to add luminaires or socket outlets later without an electrician.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Glamox: Norwegian-headquartered European industrial and marine lighting manufacturer with comparable high-bay and outdoor product lines. Geographic overlap is limited to Northern Europe, but the product portfolio and project-based GTM are closely comparable.

Direct peers

• Trilux: German family-owned industrial and commercial LED lighting specialist with a comparable focus on hall/high-bay, office, and outdoor luminaires. Directly competes with Betterlights in the German industrial retrofit segment, though at significantly larger scale.
• RZB (Rudolf Zimmermann Bamberg): German family-owned lighting manufacturer specializing in industrial, commercial, and outdoor LED luminaires. Direct competitor in the German mid-market with comparable German craftsmanship positioning and customer profiles.
• Regiolux: German mid-market manufacturer of industrial, commercial, and office LED luminaires. Closely comparable in size, segment focus, and Made-in-Germany positioning to Betterlights.
• Siteco (formerly part of Osram): German-headquartered industrial and outdoor LED lighting manufacturer offering high-bay, street, and sports-venue luminaires. Directly overlaps with Betterlights' product portfolio in halls, warehouses, and sports-field lighting.
• Norka (Norddeutsche Kunststoff- und Elektrogesellschaft): German specialist in industrial and damp-location LED luminaires, including high-bay, tubular, and outdoor fixtures. Comparable product overlap with Betterlights' STABILUS damp-location and Hallenstrahler lines.

Broad incumbents

• Ledvance (formerly Osram Lamps): Global lighting manufacturer with strong distribution through electrical wholesalers. Overlaps with Betterlights in LED tubes, panels, and high-bay luminaires, but competes primarily through volume distribution rather than project integration.
• Signify (formerly Philips Lighting): World's largest lighting company with comprehensive industrial, commercial, and outdoor LED portfolios. Sets the competitive benchmark for efficiency, scale, and integration; Betterlights competes on agility and project service rather than breadth.
• Zumtobel Group: Austrian-headquartered, listed European lighting major with broad portfolio across industrial, office, outdoor, and architectural lighting. Dominant incumbent in many end-markets Betterlights addresses, but at portfolio scale and pricing power that Betterlights cannot match.

Emerging players

• Herbert Waldmann: German specialist in machine and workplace LED lighting, overlapping with Betterlights' Arbeitsplatzleuchte EUROPE and soldering-workstation installations. Comparable in niche focus but smaller in industrial high-bay.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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