These acquirers buy tech companies

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

Polychrome

Investment firm focused on acquiring majority equity positions in early-stage B2B SaaS businesses and unlocking growth through operational expertise.

Richmond, USA
Founded 2020
Industries B2B Software
Close time 12-18 months hands-on operational period after acquisition
Deal structure Stock + cash

Jaan Capital

Operator-led search fund dedicated to acquiring a single small to medium-sized SaaS business. Led by Raj Mahajan, former CEO who acquired, ran, and sold SuperSalon.

Austin, USA
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$5M - $15M ARR
Deal structure All cash, Flexible

Balio

Team of ex-SaaS founders, operators, and investors who acquire and scale B2B software companies while preserving founder legacy.

London, UK
Founded 2022
Industries B2B Software
Close time 8-10 weeks
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

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

Genesys

Leading AI-powered customer experience and contact center technology company that acquires CX, AI, and customer engagement platforms to enhance experience orchestration capabilities.

Daly City, USA
Founded 1990
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

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

Hadley Family Capital

Direct investing arm of Hadley Family Office focused exclusively on supporting acquisition entrepreneurs through search funds and entrepreneurial acquisitions, providing value-add operational expertise

Greater Toronto Area, Canada
Founded 2018
Industries B2B Software

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

iTrinity

SaaS portfolio operator running fast-growing portfolio of highly profitable businesses. Started with bootstrapping KWFinder in 2014, now operates 8 SaaS products with over 7.5 million users.

Bratislava, Slovakia
Founded 2014
Industries B2B Software
Response time 24 hours
Deal structure All cash

The Access Group

Leading provider of business management software to mid-market organizations, offering ERP, HR, payroll, CRM, and industry-specific solutions.

Loughborough, UK
Founded 1991
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

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

Alpine Software Group

Vertical SaaS acquirer and operator helping industry-specific software businesses become market-leading platforms. Branch of Alpine Investors with 50+ acquisitions since 2016.

Walnut Creek, USA
Founded 2016
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure Flexible

Accel-KKR

Private equity firm specializing exclusively in software and tech-enabled services companies. One of the most active PE investors in software with 450+ investments over 25 years.

Menlo Park, USA
Founded 2000
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$10M - $200M ARR
Deal structure Flexible

Fork Equity

Micro private equity firm that specializes in buying, growing, and selling small B2B SaaS businesses, providing 'painless exits for bootstrapped founders'.

Austin, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software
Target ~$120K - $180K ARR
Close time Less than 30 days
Deal structure All cash

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

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

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

Medallia

Enterprise experience management SaaS platform that captures and analyzes real-time customer and employee feedback, offering AI-powered insights for customer communication and engagement.

San Francisco, USA
Founded 2001
Industries B2B Software
Deal structure All cash

Resurgent Capital Partners

Lower middle-market private equity firm specializing in distressed, divestitured, and performing companies across SaaS, business services, healthcare, and e-commerce sectors.

Westlake Village, USA
Founded 2017
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

TELEO Capital

Lower middle-market private equity firm targeting enterprise software, healthcare IT, and tech-enabled services with focus on empowering management teams to execute business plans.

Los Angeles, USA
Founded 2015
Industries B2B Software, Tech Services
Deal structure Flexible

Awesome Motive

Software holding company that creates tools and training to help small businesses grow & compete with the big guys. Over 30 million websites use their software.

West Palm Beach, USA
Founded 2011
Industries B2B Software, E-commerce & Payments
Target ~$250K - $10M ARR
Response time 48 hours
Deal structure All cash, Minority investment

MRI Software

Leading global provider of real estate software solutions for commercial and residential property management, investment management, and PropTech. The largest real estate software company in the world with 6+ million users.

Solon, USA
Founded 1971
Industries B2B Software

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