Revibe, a UAE-based retailer specialising in refurbished consumer electronics, has successfully closed a $7 million Series A funding round, with prominent venture firms ISAI and Resonance co-leading the investment. Participation also came from Kima Ventures and footballer Édouard Mendy, marking a significant milestone for the company since its inception in 2022. This follow-on financing follows a $2.3 million seed round raised the previous year and is aimed at accelerating expansion into emerging markets while scaling vital areas such as customer care and quality assurance teams.
Since launching less than two years ago, Revibe has grown swiftly, expanding its product portfolio from primarily smartphones and laptops to now include gaming devices, accessories, and smartwatches. The company reports that it has sold over 80,000 refurbished devices, which translates into customer savings of approximately $14 million. Beyond financial benefits, these purchases have contributed to environmental sustainability by reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over four million kilograms and conserving roughly 960 million litres of water, underscoring Revibe’s commitment to sustainable technology consumption.
Operating across four countries—Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Kuwait, and South Africa—Revibe serves the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s $6 billion refurbished electronics market. The company offers a customer-friendly platform equipped with a one-year warranty on products, free shipping and returns, a 10-day return policy, and 24/7 customer support which combines human expertise with AI-enabled assistance to maintain high standards of quality assurance and customer satisfaction.
With its newly secured capital, Revibe plans to deepen its market penetration in emerging economies while bolstering operational capabilities and strengthening supply-chain partnerships. Investments will also enhance the user experience through dedicated iOS and Android applications aimed at streamlining the purchasing journey. Maintaining rigorous sustainability standards remains a strategic priority as Revibe scales, reflecting a broader trend towards circular economy principles within the technology sector.
This funding round highlights the growing investor interest in businesses that incorporate environmental responsibility with robust commercial models in the refurbished electronics space. Revibe’s blend of tech innovation, sustainability, and customer focus positions it well to capitalise on increasing consumer demand for affordable, high-quality refurbished devices across emerging markets.
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- https://www.wamda.com/2024/12/revibe-secures-7-million-series-a-expand-emerging-markets – Revibe, a UAE-based refurbished electronics marketplace, has secured a $7 million Series A funding round co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. Established in 2022, Revibe operates across four countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and South Africa. The funds will be used to accelerate expansion into emerging markets and enhance customer care and quality assurance teams. This follows a $2.3 million seed funding raised last year. ([wamda.com](https://www.wamda.com/2024/12/revibe-secures-7-million-series-a-expand-emerging-markets?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.agbi.com/banking-finance/2024/12/revibe-uae-tech-refurb-startup-series-a-fundin/ – Revibe, a Dubai-based refurbished electronics startup, has raised $7 million in Series A funding co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. Founded in 2022, Revibe has sold over 80,000 refurbished devices, including smartphones, laptops, gaming equipment, tech accessories, and smartwatches. The company plans to use the funds to expand into emerging markets and invest in customer care and quality assurance teams. ([agbi.com](https://www.agbi.com/banking-finance/2024/12/revibe-uae-tech-refurb-startup-series-a-fundin/?utm_source=openai))
- https://gulfbusiness.com/uaes-revibe-secures-7m-in-series-a-funding-round/ – UAE-based Revibe, a leader in guarantee-backed refurbished consumer electronics, has closed a $7 million Series A funding round co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. Since its launch less than two years ago, Revibe has sold over 80,000 refurbished devices, resulting in approximately $14 million in customer savings, a reduction of over four million kilograms of CO₂ emissions, and the conservation of 960 million litres of water. ([gulfbusiness.com](https://gulfbusiness.com/uaes-revibe-secures-7m-in-series-a-funding-round/?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-founded-revibe-raises-7-million-series-a-to-expand-sustainable-tech-business – UAE-founded Revibe, a leader in guarantee-backed refurbished tech, has closed a $7 million Series A funding round co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. The funds will be used to accelerate expansion into emerging markets and enhance customer care and quality assurance teams. This follows a $2.3 million seed funding raised last year. ([khaleejtimes.com](https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-founded-revibe-raises-7-million-series-a-to-expand-sustainable-tech-business?utm_source=openai))
- https://www.arabianbusiness.com/money/corporate/funding/revibe-secures-7mn-in-series-a-funding-to-expand-sustainable-tech-marketplace – UAE-founded Revibe, a leading marketplace for refurbished electronics, has raised $7 million in Series A funding co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. The funds will be used to accelerate expansion into emerging markets and enhance customer care and quality assurance teams. This follows a $2.3 million seed funding raised last year. ([arabianbusiness.com](https://www.arabianbusiness.com/money/corporate/funding/revibe-secures-7mn-in-series-a-funding-to-expand-sustainable-tech-marketplace?utm_source=openai))
- https://entarabi.com/2024/12/revibe-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A5%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%AA%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%B9-7-%D9%85%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%8A%D9%8A%D9%86-%D8%AF%D9%88%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%B1-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%AC%D9%88%D9%84%D8%A9/ – Revibe, a UAE-based refurbished electronics marketplace, has secured a $7 million Series A funding round co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and footballer Edouard Mendy. Established in 2022, Revibe operates across four countries, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and South Africa. The funds will be used to accelerate expansion into emerging markets and enhance customer care and quality assurance teams. This follows a $2.3 million seed funding raised last year. ([entarabi.com](https://entarabi.com/2024/12/revibe-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A5%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA%D9%8A%D8%A9-%D8%AA%D8%AC%D9%85%D8%B9-7-%D9%85%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%8A%D9%8A%D9%86-%D8%AF%D9%88%D9%84%D8%A7%D8%B1-%D9%81%D9%8A-%D8%AC%D9%88%D9%84%D8%A9/?utm_source=openai))
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Freshness check
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative is based on a press release dated December 17, 2024, announcing Revibe’s $7 million Series A funding round. This is the earliest known publication date for this information. The report has been republished across multiple reputable outlets, including Wamda ([wamda.com](https://www.wamda.com/2024/12/revibe-secures-7-million-series-a-expand-emerging-markets?utm_source=openai)), AGBI ([agbi.com](https://www.agbi.com/banking-finance/2024/12/revibe-uae-tech-refurb-startup-series-a-fundin/?utm_source=openai)), and Khaleej Times ([khaleejtimes.com](https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-founded-revibe-raises-7-million-series-a-to-expand-sustainable-tech-business?utm_source=openai)). The widespread coverage indicates high freshness. No discrepancies in figures, dates, or quotes were found. The report includes updated data and quotes from the press release, justifying a higher freshness score. No earlier versions with different figures or quotes were identified.
Quotes check
Score:
10
Notes:
The direct quotes from Revibe co-founders Abdessamad Benzakour and Hamza Iraqui, as well as investors William Vermont and Maxime Le Dantec, are consistent across all sources. No variations in wording were found, indicating the quotes are directly sourced from the press release. No earlier usage of these quotes was identified, suggesting they are original to this announcement.
Source reliability
Score:
10
Notes:
The narrative originates from a press release issued by Revibe, a UAE-based company. The press release has been republished by multiple reputable outlets, including Wamda ([wamda.com](https://www.wamda.com/2024/12/revibe-secures-7-million-series-a-expand-emerging-markets?utm_source=openai)), AGBI ([agbi.com](https://www.agbi.com/banking-finance/2024/12/revibe-uae-tech-refurb-startup-series-a-fundin/?utm_source=openai)), and Khaleej Times ([khaleejtimes.com](https://www.khaleejtimes.com/business/uae-founded-revibe-raises-7-million-series-a-to-expand-sustainable-tech-business?utm_source=openai)). The presence of these reputable outlets enhances the reliability of the information.
Plausability check
Score:
10
Notes:
The claims regarding Revibe’s $7 million Series A funding round, co-led by ISAI and Resonance, with participation from Kima Ventures and Edouard Mendy, are consistent across all sources. The reported figures, such as the $6 billion MENA refurbished electronics market and the sale of over 80,000 refurbished devices, align with the company’s previous announcements. The narrative’s language and tone are consistent with typical corporate press releases, and no excessive or off-topic details are present. The report lacks specific factual anchors, such as names, institutions, and dates, which is typical for a press release.
Overall assessment
Verdict (FAIL, OPEN, PASS): PASS
Confidence (LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH): HIGH
Summary:
The narrative is based on a press release dated December 17, 2024, announcing Revibe’s $7 million Series A funding round. The information has been republished by multiple reputable outlets, and the quotes are consistent across sources. The claims are plausible and align with the company’s previous announcements. The language and tone are typical for a corporate press release. No discrepancies or signs of disinformation were identified.
