These acquirers buy tech companies

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

Advantive

Leading provider of mission-critical software for specialty manufacturing and distribution companies, offering purpose-built ERP, MES and SPC software solutions. TA Associates-backed strategic acquirer focused on vertical software consolidation.

Tampa, USA
Founded 2022
Industries B2B Software

IgniteTech

AI-first enterprise software company and business unit of ESW Capital Group. Specializes in acquiring undercapitalized enterprise software companies that have failed to reach potential, then revitalizing them with AI capabilities and the IgniteTech Unlimited program.

Austin, Texas
Founded 2010
Industries B2B Software
Response time 10 days
Deal structure All cash

Cache Ventures

Venture studio that builds, advises, and invests in companies. Focus on acquiring and managing assets across multiple verticals with indefinite time horizon.

Miami, Florida
Founded 2013
Industries E-commerce & Payments, B2B Software

Big Band Software

B2B SaaS software holding company committed to harmonizing capital, culture and teams. Buys companies to run long-term without pressure to quickly extract or flip. Focuses on growing and profitable B2B SaaS businesses that serve other businesses.

Minneapolis, USA
Founded 2023
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Deal structure All cash

EQT

Global investment organization with active software and technology acquisition strategy, focusing on vertical SaaS platforms, sustainability software, and enterprise solutions across multiple industries.

Stockholm, Sweden
Founded 1994
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Harris Computer

Global vertical market software provider that acquires, manages, and builds software businesses using a 'forever time horizon.' Focuses on businesses serving public and private sectors including local government, education, public safety, healthcare, and utilities.

Ottawa, Canada
Founded 1976
Industries B2B Software
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash

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

Shop Circle

Leading AI-driven technology platform that acquires and grows e-commerce software, specializing in commerce-centric products powered by AI.

London, UK
Founded 2021
Industries E-commerce & Payments

Level Equity

Leading middle market growth capital firm providing bespoke guidance to best-in-class software pioneers and technology leaders.

New York, USA
Founded 2009
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Stock + cash, Flexible

Xenon Partners

Private equity firm that acquires and accelerates early-stage B2B SaaS companies. Provides capital and operational expertise to scale technology businesses through their internal growth team.

United States
Founded 2014
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$1M - $10M ARR
Deal structure Cash + earnout

Relay Commerce

E-commerce software holding company that operates & acquires exceptional ecommerce SaaS companies. They buy businesses ready to scale and pair them with their operating team to accelerate growth.

New York, USA
Founded 2021
Industries E-commerce & Payments
Target ~$1M+ ARR
Response time Within 24 hours
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

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

Ionic Partners

Global enterprise software investment firm led by seasoned operators, dedicated to acquiring and scaling B2B software companies. Focuses on 'Second Chasm' companies - those with strong products and recurring revenue but constrained growth.

Austin, Texas
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$5M - $50M ARR
Close time Weeks not months
Deal structure Stock + cash

Threecolts

E-commerce software company that acquires and operates tools for businesses selling on marketplaces like Amazon, Walmart, and eBay. Built through 14+ strategic acquisitions since 2021.

United States
Founded 2021
Industries E-commerce & Payments
Deal structure All cash

Think3

$1B fund designed to enable SaaS founders to take more shots on goal by acquiring lower middle-market SaaS companies and helping founders transition to new ventures.

Austin, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Target ~$3M+ ARR
Close time 4 weeks
Deal structure All cash

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

First Principles

Venture holding company that starts, acquires, and advises B2B SaaS companies. Focuses on building and scaling businesses in Martech, Fintech, and HR space with goal to create $100M in enterprise value annually.

Global (Remote-first)
Industries B2B Software

Calm Capital

Holding company that acquires profitable businesses with simple models that require little operational effort and have established customer bases.

North Carolina, USA
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Embrace Software Inc.

Acquires and invests in niche vertical-SaaS businesses. Entrepreneurs and enterprise technologists focused on companies offering mission-critical software.

Tampa, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$2M - $30M ARR
Close time 45-60 days diligence

ETA Equity

Search fund investor that invests in and supports entrepreneurs seeking to acquire and operate established small businesses through the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA) model

Dallas, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software

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

Cordance

North Carolina-based holding company that acquires founder-owned vertical B2B SaaS companies with strong leadership and high growth potential.

North Carolina, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$2M - $10M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Omegro

People-first buy-and-grow acquirer of software companies providing a permanent and safe home for long-term sustainable growth. Part of Constellation Software with over 1,000 acquisitions completed and a commitment to never sell any business.

Toronto, Canada
Founded 2024
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Silversmith Capital Partners

Growth equity firm focused on supporting entrepreneurs in growing, profitable technology and healthcare companies. Partners with bootstrapped entrepreneurs as their first institutional investor.

Boston, USA
Founded 2015
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Stock + cash