Estonia's startup ecosystem is supported by several key accelerator programs. Startup Wise Guys is the most active, with over 600 investments in early-stage companies.
Other programs such as Ready2Scale, with 15 investments, provide more specific help for digital and deep tech startups. These accelerators offer unique resources for founders building a company in the country.
Below is our list of the best 5 accelerators and incubators in Estonia.
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Get the Sheet for $50As one of Europe's most active early-stage investors, Startup Wise Guys backs ambitious B2B SaaS, Fintech, and Cybersecurity founders with funding up to €100K. Their hands-on accelerator program is notable for guiding portfolio companies to an impressive 80%+ survival rate.
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Herty Tammo, Christian Testman, Cristobal Alonso, Jon Bradford, Mike Reiner |
| Investment Amount | $60K-$120K (typically up to €100K) |
| Equity Taken | Negotiable (example: 9% for €55K) |
| Nº of Investments | 636 |
| Nº of Exits | 14 |
| Duration (Weeks) | 22 |
Combining an accelerator with a fund, Beamline champions early-stage cleantech companies working on sustainability solutions. They provide founders with the necessary capital and hands-on guidance to scale their environmental impact.
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 7 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
CEED Tech unites five accelerators to support early-stage technology startups across Central and Eastern Europe. The consortium provides a pathway for founders to access mentorship and resources, helping them expand into global markets.
| Year Founded | 2011 |
| Founders | Grete Gutmann, Nikola Rafaj, Calum Cameron, Adam Jermann, Eva Havasova, Rokas Tamošiūnas |
| Nº of Investments | 4 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
Digital Invest helps bring innovative business ideas to life by providing hands-on support through the entire lifecycle. The firm invests in, designs, develops, and promotes new ventures to ensure they achieve success.
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 1 |
| Nº of Exits | — |
Ready2Scale guides digital and deep tech startups through a six-month acceleration program focused on scaling and international expansion. They equip founders for new markets and investment through individual mentoring, peer learning, and valuable networking opportunities.
| Year Founded | — |
| Founders | — |
| Nº of Investments | 15 |
| Nº of Exits | — |