Lynks alternatives
TL;DR: 12 companies doing similar work to Lynks in Consumer, ranked by how closely they match what Lynks 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 Lynks. They are scored on how closely their own description overlaps with Lynks's, and all facts shown come from the YC company records — nothing is estimated.
What are the best alternatives to Lynks?
| Alternative | What it does | Batch | Team | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Media Labs | — | Winter 2010 | — | Inactive |
| Teespring | IMPORTANT: The original YC founders are no longer involved with this… | Winter 2013 | 201 | Acquired |
| Lollipuff | Online Auctions for Authentic (Women's) Designer Goods | Winter 2013 | 11 | Active |
| PerShop | Your personal clothing store! | Winter 2019 | 2 | Inactive |
| The Mercer Club | The Mercer Club is a subscription service that allows men to rent… | Winter 2020 | 2 | Inactive |
| Simmery | — | Summer 2005 | — | Inactive |
| Hype and Vice | Fashionable college, NBA and MLS apparel. | Summer 2019 | 55 | Active |
| Function of Beauty | Customizable beauty for hair, skin, and body care products. | Winter 2016 | 300 | Active |
| Hingeto | A B2B marketplace that connects inventory to online stores | Winter 2016 | 15 | Acquired |
| And Comfort | And Comfort is a direct to consumer fashion brand. | Summer 2017 | 2 | Inactive |
| Restocks | Buy sneakers and streetwear here | Winter 2016 | 2 | Inactive |
| GOAT Group | Platform for the greatest products from the past, present and future. | Winter 2011 | 1600 | Active |
Is Lynks still active?
Lynks 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 Lynks. They are then ranked on how closely their own description overlaps with Lynks's, so the closest matches come first rather than whoever happens to share a tag.