Daan Tech's Innovative Approach to Sustainable Appliances Faces Financial Challenges
Daan Tech faces financial hurdles while promoting eco-friendly appliances in France.
Key Points
- • Daan Tech's Bob dishwasher uses five times less water than hand washing.
- • Company's financial difficulties led to judicial recovery as of March 2025.
- • Flagship product Bob has sold over 100,000 units, with international expansion into 30 countries.
- • Crowdfunding campaign launched to secure funding and support local manufacturing.
French startup Daan Tech, co-founded in 2016, continues its mission to revolutionize the appliance industry with a focus on sustainability and local production. Their flagship product, **Bob**, a compact dishwasher, is designed specifically for small living spaces, targeting young adults and couples. Notably, Bob uses five times less water than traditional hand washing and is built for durability, encouraging longevity and ease of repair. Approximately 80% of customers can perform self-repairs, supporting the company’s effort to combat programmed obsolescence.
Despite reporting its first months of profitability in April and May 2025, Daan Tech has encountered financial challenges, leading to a judicial recovery process initiated in March 2025. This situation has necessitated a pause on the launch of their second product, **Joe**, an advanced multifunction oven that integrates AI technology for enhanced cooking precision. The company has recently launched a crowdfunding campaign to stabilize finances and ensure continued production of their Made in France appliances, emphasizing the importance of local manufacturing for job creation in France.
Antoine Fichet, the co-founder, advocates for consumer transparency and the promotion of locally made products, urging a shift towards quality appliances that support domestic employment. With over **100,000 units** of Bob sold and expanding to more than **30 countries**, Daan Tech is committed to reviving the declining French appliance sector while highlighting the need for certifications like **Origine France Garantie** to maintain high standards in local production.