Yes, Hopscotch is still in business and has grown substantially since its Shark Tank appearance. The kids’ coding app’s on-air deal never actually closed, but that didn’t stop real, measurable growth.
What happened on Shark Tank
Hopscotch pitched on Season 12 and reached an on-air agreement for a $550,000 investment for an 11% stake. The deal was never finalized after the episode aired.
What the company looks like now
Despite the deal falling through, app downloads rose by 500% in the years following the episode. Hopscotch now has more than 24 million downloads from the Apple App Store, and users have created more than 36 million games with it. The app holds a 4.5 star rating across more than 15,000 reviews and has won awards including Best Apps for Families from Parent Magazine and Best Educational Technology from Children’s Technology Review. By October 2023, annual revenue had grown to $5 million, with the company continuing to expand its educational partnerships with schools.
Frequently asked questions
Did Hopscotch’s Shark Tank deal close?
No, the on-air agreement for $550,000 for an 11% stake was never finalized.
How many downloads does Hopscotch have?
More than 24 million downloads from the Apple App Store.
What is Hopscotch’s annual revenue?
Around $5 million as of October 2023.
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