better ventures
VC Fund
Hamburg, Germany
better ventures is a VC fund in Hamburg focused on Software and Food and Beverage. At better ventures, we believe that purpose-driven entrepreneurs will change our world for the better. They drive innovation and dare to tackle the most pressing challenges of the place our kids will live in.When you as founders work with us, we commit to doing the same: We’ll help you make an impact and add value to your business far beyondmoney. We see us as your experienced co-founders, sitting in the same boat, solving your challenges in the best way together. And we are in for the long-run. Our commitment doesn't stop.We are entrepreneurs first and foremost. We don't care how much money you raise in follow-on rounds. We care about building a successful venture that lasts. We know how you stay in the driver seat and what it’s worth down the road. To us, it’s the better way on a mission to drive change if you as founders keep control of your company. Therefore, we invest with founder-friendly terms and stick to our values that define the way we work.Does this sound interesting to you and your team? Then let's talk!better ventures GmbH acts for the account and under the liability pursuant to Section 3 (2) WpIG of Effecta GmbH, Florstadt
- Total investments:
- 54
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 17%
Last updated:
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Industries better ventures invests in
Stages better ventures invests in
Countries better ventures invests in
Round sizes
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
|---|---|---|---|
Round size
- Seed
- $1.5M–$6.9M
- Pre-Seed
- $1.1M–$3M
Investment Focus
Industry
- Software 4 (7%)
- Food and Beverage 4 (7%)
- E-Commerce 3 (6%)
- Biotechnology 3 (6%)
- Manufacturing 3 (6%)
Stage
- Pre-Seed 19 (35%)
- Seed 15 (28%)
- Series A 1 (2%)
- Funding Round 1 (2%)
Country
- Germany 24 (44%)
- Switzerland 2 (4%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Christoph Behn
Founder & Chairman
|
Founder & Chairman | Total investments: 13 | Find email | |
Dr. Cedric Duvinage
Founder
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Founder | Total investments: 4 | Find email | |
Goran Gohring
Business Angel
|
Business Angel | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Nicholas Müller
Investment Analyst
|
Investment Analyst | Total investments: 0 | Find email | |
Tina Dreimann
Founder & MD
|
Founder & MD | Total investments: 12 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
Porelio
|
Porelio is an environmental technology that provides purification technologies for water and industrial chemicals. | $2.7M / Pre-Seed / Jul 07, 2026 | |
Tokura
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Tokura focused on redesigning outpatient surgery (Ambulantes Operieren) through an integrated system of specialised facilities, experienced teams, and automated technology. | Seed / Jun 09, 2026 | |
Primogene
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Primogene is a biotechnology company that provides ingredient development, bioprocess manufacturing, and scalable production. | $4.8M / Seed / Apr 29, 2026 | |
Brainjo
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Brainjo is a digital health company that develops virtual reality–based applications designed to support mental health and cognitive training through immersive experiences. The company’s platform focuses on evidence-based therapies and uses gamification techniques to improve user engagement and adherence to treatment programs. Its solutions includevirtual reality training tools that combine cognitive exercises with physical activity, enabling users to train memory, coordination, and problem-solving skills within interactive environments. Brainjo is also involved in developing digital therapeutics, including applications for conditions such as ADHD, which are intended to complement traditional therapy and may be integrated into healthcare systems. The company collaborates with healthcare experts, researchers, and industry partners to translate scientific insights into practical therapeutic applications delivered through its virtual reality platform. | $2.4M / Seed / Apr 20, 2026 | |
TerraSpark
|
TerraSpark Energy specializing in software solutions for renewable energy asset management. The product, TerraSpark Hub, provides comprehensive oversight of commercial and technical data for green energy assets like solar and wind projects. | $5.8M / Pre-Seed / Mar 30, 2026 | |
Level Nine
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Level Nine specializes in bio-nanotechnology and quantum chemistry, developing next-generation catalysts known as nanozymes. | $4.6M / Seed / Mar 17, 2026 | |
nuuEnergy
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nuuEnergy is a tech-enabled solution aiming to revolutionize the heat pump installation industry. By leveraging technology and industry expertise, we streamline the purchasing and installation process. Our unique approach, refinanced through innovative strategies, promotes a self-reliant and carbon-neutral lifestyle for all our customers. | $5.1M / Seed / Feb 17, 2026 | |
ScyAI
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ScyAI is the developer of an autonomous risk intelligence tool designed to integrate multiple specialized agents. | $2.4M / Pre-Seed / Feb 13, 2026 | |
Syntropic Medical
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Syntropic is a medical device company that develops novel technologies that helps for the treatment of psychiatric diseases and the improvement of cognitive abilities. | Venture - Series Unknown / Dec 04, 2025 | |
Ciao Coffee
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Ciao Coffee provides a plant-based, bean-free, ready-to-drink iced coffee that is aromatic, refreshing, and designed for sustainability. | $114.3K / Pre-Seed / Jul 30, 2025 | |
| See all 54 investments → | |||
Co-Investors
CK Venture Capital
6 deals together
HTGF (High-Tech Gruenderfonds)
6 deals together
Vireo Ventures
6 deals together
BM H Beteiligungs-Managementgesellschaft Hessen
4 deals together
Extantia Capital
4 deals together
LAUDA
4 deals together
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FAQ
What does better ventures invest in?
better ventures invests primarily in Software, Food and Beverage and E-Commerce startups, most often at Pre-Seed and Seed stage. Most of the 54 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in Germany. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
What is better ventures's check size?
better ventures typically joins rounds of $1.5M–$6.9M at Seed and $1.1M–$3M at Pre-Seed. These ranges are 10th–90th percentile round sizes calculated from confirmed public funding rounds, so they are a realistic guide to the rounds better ventures participates in.
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Who are the partners at better ventures?
The team at better ventures includes Christoph Behn (Founder & Chairman), Dr. Cedric Duvinage (Founder) and Goran Gohring (Business Angel). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.
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