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Neros competitors & alternatives
The 12 closest competitors and alternatives to Neros among defense tech companies — ranked by similarity to what Neros actually does, not by market-cap band.
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About Neros
Neros is a defense technology company that builds asymmetric systems to ensure the West's strategic edge. Its corporate office and headquarters are based in El Segundo, California, within Los Angeles' aerospace corridor.
Neros at a glance
Neros is a defense tech company headquartered in United States. It has raised at least $75M across the 2 funding rounds on record, 1 of them with a disclosed amount. Its most recent funding round closed in August 2026. Xcout tracks 2 named people at Neros, including Olaf Hichwa (co-founder).
Neros leadership
- Olaf Hichwaco-founder
- Soren Monroe-Andersonco-founder
Neros funding rounds
At least $75M raised across the 2 rounds on record (1 with a disclosed amount). Every round on record:
| Date | Round | Amount | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | Undisclosed | 3 named | |
| Series B | $75M | 3 named |
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Top 12 Neros competitors
Ranked by semantic similarity — how close each company is to Neros by what it does, using Xcout's live company graph. Click any company for its full profile, or its competitor set.
Defense
Shield AI, Inc. is an American aerospace and defense technology company based in San Diego, California, that develops artificial intelligence.
Defense Technology
Firestorm Labs is a privately held aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Diego that delivers low-cost, vertically integrated, and adaptable tactical systems for warfighters.
Defense & Space
Performance Drone Works designs and manufactures high-performance uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), robotics, and edge software for military and public safety operations. The company provides advanced quadcopters, mission planning tools, simulator technology, and operational support to troops and front-line responders.
Similar defense tech company
Singularity Defense Corp. is a defense technology company founded in 2023 with headquarters located in El Segundo, California.
Defense
Epirus, Inc. is a high-growth technology company headquartered in Torrance, California. The company specializes in developing directed energy systems and power management solutions, including its flagship Leonidas high-power microwave system.
Defense
CHAOS Industries is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with additional offices in Washington, D.C. Founded in 2022, the technology company has raised significant funding from leading investors to build defense and security solutions.
Defense Technology
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company headquartered in Costa Mesa, California. It builds advanced autonomous systems and defense technology to protect US and allied forces, aiming to shape the future of national security.
Defense
Perseus Defense is an aerospace and defense startup headquartered in Buda, Texas, United States. The company is focused on building a mass-manufactured Counter UAS (Unmanned Aircraft System) solution. This solution is intended for government departments like the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security.
Defense
Fuse Integration is a warfighter-focused engineering and design firm headquartered in San Diego, California, with an office in Washington, D.C. The company specializes in networking military battlespaces and developing defense technology solutions.
Defense Technology
MARSS is a global technology innovator and an EOS company specializing in defense and space manufacturing, particularly known for its NiDAR Core IoT Platform. Headquartered in London, UK, the company has expanded with a new office in Nice, France, and is recruiting to double its global AI technology team.
Defense
Kela Technologies is a defense technology company headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, that builds cutting-edge technology for modern warfare.
Defense
Asio Technologies is a defense technology company headquartered in Kfar Saba, Israel, that develops advanced geospatial positioning and tactical navigation systems. The firm focuses on pioneering autonomy and enhanced situational awareness for military applications.
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