Tab alternatives
TL;DR: 12 companies doing similar work to Tab in Consumer, ranked by how closely they match what Tab 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 Tab. They are scored on how closely their own description overlaps with Tab's, and all facts shown come from the YC company records — nothing is estimated.
What are the best alternatives to Tab?
| Alternative | What it does | Batch | Team | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Media Labs | — | Winter 2010 | — | Inactive |
| Apollo Health | — | Summer 2015 | — | Inactive |
| Vaya | Discover your next vacation for less. | Fall 2024 | 2 | Active |
| Momence | Scheduling and payments for experiences | Summer 2020 | 75 | Acquired |
| Stardrift | AI travel planner | Summer 2024 | 3 | Active |
| Roomblocker | Hotel booking for groups and events. | Summer 2015 | 2 | Inactive |
| Simmery | — | Summer 2005 | — | Inactive |
| Hexel | Create a cryptocurrency for your community. | Winter 2018 | 2 | Inactive |
| Nowmov | — | Winter 2010 | — | Acquired |
| Vayable | We're building a marketplace for unique travel experiences (it's… | Summer 2012 | 2 | Acquired |
| Rove | Earn airline miles on hotels and everyday spend. | Winter 2024 | 32 | Active |
| Zenedy | — | Winter 2010 | 2 | Inactive |
Is Tab still active?
Tab 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 Tab. They are then ranked on how closely their own description overlaps with Tab's, so the closest matches come first rather than whoever happens to share a tag.