Van Robotics Shark Tank Update

Robotic math tutors for kids

No DealNow:ThrivingTechnologySeason 11, Episode 21by Laura Boccanfuso

What Happened to Van Robotics After Shark Tank

Is Van Robotics still in business? Yes — still in business and thriving.

$3M

estimated annual revenue

  • No deal — Sharks cited challenges in scaling within the education market
  • 700 robots sold at time of taping
  • Students saw 34% improvement in test scores
  • Won Time Magazine Best Invention 2020
  • 3,000+ robots deployed in 36 countries by June 2024; $16M in lifetime revenue

Did not accept a deal on the show.

Last verified Apr 5, 2026. Web-confirmed sources.

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The Van Robotics Shark Tank Pitch

Laura Boccanfuso pitched Van Robotics on Shark Tank Season 11, Episode 21, which aired Wednesday, May 6, 2020, asking for $300,000 for 10% of the company — a $3M valuation.

Van Robotics left the Tank without a deal.

Watch the Pitch

Pitch Details

Aired
S11E21May 6, 2020
Ask
$300,000for 10%
Ask Valuation
$3M