These acquirers buy tech companies

Curated directory of 100+ companies that acquire software and tech-enabled companies.

saas.group

Founded by serial entrepreneurs, acquires bootstrapped SaaS companies with a founder-friendly approach to elevate products and organizations. Built by founders and product enthusiasts.

Seattle, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

Litera

Global leader in legal technology providing workflow, AI-powered due diligence review, collaboration, and data management solutions. Known as 'The Legal Experience Company' serving over 2.3 million legal professionals.

Chicago, USA
Founded 1994
Industries B2B Software

Volition Capital

Boston-based growth equity firm partnering with founders to accelerate business growth and scale innovative, high-potential companies. Focuses on founder-owned, capital-efficient businesses.

Boston, Massachusetts
Founded 2010
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$5M - $50M ARR

Lead Edge Capital

Growth equity firm with $5 billion in assets under management investing in software, internet, and tech-enabled businesses globally. Backed by a network of 700+ executives.

New York, USA
Founded 2011
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$10M+ ARR
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

Southport Ventures

Investment firm focused on mission-critical B2B software businesses with specialized expertise in GovTech, targeting profitable companies with strong operational history.

Tampa Bay, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $5M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Main Capital Partners

Leading European private equity firm with exclusive focus on enterprise software companies. Strategic partner for profitable growth journeys to build international software groups.

The Hague, Netherlands
Founded 2003
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash

Ideagen

Leading provider of software solutions for regulated and high-compliance industries including EHS, quality management, risk management, audit, and collaboration tools.

Nottingham, UK
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Next Coast Ventures

Austin-based venture capital firm providing early-stage capital to high-growth startups in 'Next Coast' markets between traditional coasts, with thematic research-driven investment approach.

Austin, USA
Founded 2016
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

SureSwift Capital

Exceptional operators of B2B SaaS businesses. Acquires SaaS businesses from independent founders and takes them to the next stage of growth.

Victoria, Canada
Founded 2015
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Arising Ventures

Holding company that acquires and operates B2B tech businesses, specializing in turnarounds and special situations with a focus on high-margin software platforms.

United States
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Performant Capital

Chicago-based lower middle-market private equity firm focused on technology-driven companies with recurring revenue, specializing in software, tech-enabled services, and data intelligence.

Chicago, USA
Founded 2019
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Staytuned

E-commerce software company building the 'Salesforce suite for e-commerce' by acquiring and developing Shopify apps that drive merchant growth and ROI.

Los Angeles, USA
Founded 2018
Industries E-commerce & Payments
Deal structure All cash

Francisco Partners

Leading global private equity firm specializing in technology and technology-enabled businesses. Founded to pursue structured investments in technology companies undergoing strategic, technological, and operational inflection points.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 1999
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Topicus.com Inc.

Leading pan-European provider of vertical market software and vertical market platforms to clients in public and private sector markets. Operates and invests in countries across Europe, acquiring, building and managing specialized software companies providing mission-critical solutions.

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Founded 2021
Industries B2B Software

LTV SaaS Growth Fund

U.S. investment fund focused on SaaS and software investments in privately held businesses, with over 50 years combined SaaS M&A experience and access to exclusive private acquisition data.

Denver, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $50M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Alpine Investors

People-driven private equity firm specializing in software and services businesses undergoing transitions. Known for their CEO-in-Training program and focus on exceptional talent.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M+ ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Arcadea Group

Long-duration investor in typically founder-led vertical software (VSaaS) companies with permanent capital focus. Specializes in high-quality, rapid-growth VSaaS businesses with ultra-long-range potential.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$1M - $20M ARR

Battery Ventures

Global technology and software-focused investment firm backing potentially cutting-edge, category-defining businesses across multiple sectors and stages.

Boston, USA
Founded 1983
Industries B2B Software, E-commerce & Payments
Deal structure Flexible

Software Circle

UK-based public company (PLC) and serial acquirer of vertical market software businesses. Inspired by Constellation Software model, they provide a permanent home for software companies with decentralized operations while helping founders find exit strategies 'without fuss.'

London, UK
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

PennSpring Capital

People-forward private equity firm focused on lower middle-market companies in business services, SaaS, education, and manufacturing with entrepreneur-first approach.

Lancaster, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Horizon Capital

UK private equity firm specializing in buy-and-build strategies for technology services, software, data analytics, and business services companies with up to £100M enterprise value.

London, UK
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Vertus Group

Rebranded division of Jonas Software and Constellation Software launched in December 2023. Acquires high-performing vertical market software businesses with buy-and-hold forever approach, preserving entrepreneurial culture across 7 distinct verticals.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2003
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Guidepost Growth Equity

Leading growth equity firm that partners with entrepreneur-led technology companies offering innovative solutions in large, dynamic markets.

Boston, USA
Founded 2007
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

CORA Group

Operating group within Jonas Software that acquires, strengthens, and grows vertical market software companies. Led by experienced operators who were previously acquired, they focus on long-term partnerships and maintaining company culture while providing growth capital.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash