Hopper

Travel booking platform with price prediction

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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About Hopper

Hopper helps travelers save money on flights, hotels, and car rentals by using big data and advanced algorithms to predict price changes. The platform analyzes billions of prices daily and advises users on the best times to book, potentially saving them up to 40%. Users can access Hopper's services through a mobile app and website, where they can make travel bookings and subscribe for additional features. Unlike many competitors, Hopper focuses on providing personalized price predictions and cost-saving advice, making it particularly appealing to individual travelers. The company's goal is to make travel more affordable and accessible while fostering a supportive work environment for its employees.

Montreal, CanadaHeadquarters
2007Year Founded
$711.1MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, FintechIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive salary
Stock options
Unlimited PTO
WeWork All Access Pass OR Work-from-home stipend
Open communication with management
Small, dynamic teams = massive impact
Medical, dental, vision, disability & life insurance plans
401k

Risks

Increased competition from Uber's travel features may impact market share.
Recent layoffs suggest potential financial instability or restructuring challenges.
Dependence on external technology providers like Sabre may affect product control.

Differentiation

Hopper uses predictive analytics to offer cost-saving travel recommendations.
The app analyzes billions of prices daily to predict future travel costs.
Hopper's partnerships expand its offerings, like the 'Cancel For Any Reason' add-on.

Upsides

Partnership with Sabre enhances market presence through advanced bidding platform integration.
Collaboration with Lotte Card expands influence in the Asian market.
Global distribution partnership with Hotelbeds increases hotel inventory and booking potential.

Funding

Total raised$711.06 M
Latest valuation$5.00 B
StageLATE_VC
LATE VC
10/31/2022
$96
$5.00 B
SECONDARY
1/31/2022
$35
$5.00 B
SERIES G
7/31/2021
$175
$3.50 B
SERIES F
2/28/2021
$170
$1.00 B
SERIES D
9/30/2018
$100
$780.00 M
SERIES C
11/30/2016
$82
$410.00 M
SERIES B
7/31/2012
$12
$60.00 M
SERIES A
7/31/2011
$8
$40.00 M
SEED
12/31/2006
$2
$10.00 M