Backpack alternatives
TL;DR: 12 companies doing similar work to Backpack in Consumer, ranked by how closely they match what Backpack actually does — not just by category.
How this list was built: every company here is Y Combinator-backed and shares at least one category with Backpack. They are scored on how closely their own description overlaps with Backpack's, and all facts shown come from the YC company records — nothing is estimated.
What are the best alternatives to Backpack?
| Alternative | What it does | Batch | Team | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Media Labs | — | Winter 2010 | — | Inactive |
| PlayReader | — | Summer 2008 | — | Inactive |
| Volk Wireless | — | Winter 2019 | — | Inactive |
| SnapBite | TBD | Summer 2012 | — | Inactive |
| Simmery | — | Summer 2005 | — | Inactive |
| VanGo | Uber for Kids | Winter 2017 | 8 | Inactive |
| FitnessAI | App offering AI powered workout plans with anytime access to coaches | Winter 2020 | 1 | Acquired |
| Abundance Labs | Abundance Labs incubates and builds alternative currency marketplace… | Summer 2016 | 12 | Inactive |
| Zipio | Deal search service | Winter 2012 | — | Inactive |
| Envyl | Envyl enables a fast, reliable and cost effective peer to peer… | Winter 2016 | 2 | Inactive |
| Soomgo | Local services marketplace that connects providers with new customers | Winter 2017 | 125 | Acquired |
| Exec | Exec is a house cleaning service that users can book from their… | Winter 2012 | 11 | Acquired |
Is Backpack still active?
Backpack is still operating, so switching is a choice rather than a forced migration. Compare on fit and price rather than urgency.
How was this list put together?
Every company here is Y Combinator-backed and shares at least one category with Backpack. They are then ranked on how closely their own description overlaps with Backpack's, so the closest matches come first rather than whoever happens to share a tag.