Pronto, an instant home services startup, has raised another 20million∗∗initsSeriesBfundinground,pushingthecompany′svaluationto∗∗20million∗∗initsSeriesBfundinground,pushingthecompany′svaluationto∗∗200 million just two months after its previous fundraise, reported Reuters.
The fresh investment came from venture capitalist Lachy Groom.
Funding Timeline
| Round | Amount | Valuation | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series B (Previous) | $25 million | $100 million | March 2026 |
| Series B (Fresh) | $20 million | $200 million | May 2026 |
Earlier in March, the startup had raised 25millionatavaluationof100 million from investors including General Catalyst, Epiq Capital, Glade Brook Capital, and Bain Capital Ventures.
What Pronto Offers
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Services | Laundry, kitchen preparation, home cleaning |
| Starting Price | Rs 125 |
| Response Time | Workers available within 15 minutes |
| New Services | Car washing, gardening, home cooking (testing) |
Pronto offers quick home services such as laundry, kitchen preparation, and home cleaning, with services starting from Rs 125. Workers are available within 15 minutes through the platform.
Growth Metrics
| Metric | December 2025 | Current (May 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Bookings | ~3,000 | 26,000+ |
According to founder and CEO Anjali Sardana, Pronto’s bookings have jumped from around 3,000 a day at the beginning of December to more than 26,000 bookings daily now.
She said the company has been increasing supply quickly, but demand is still growing faster.
Use of Funds
A large part of the new funding will be used to expand the company’s workforce as demand continues to rise sharply.
Financial Efficiency
| Metric | Improvement |
|---|---|
| Burn per Booking | Reduced by 55% over the last quarter |
| Funding Runway | Well-funded for next 1-2 years |
Like many fast-growing startups, the platform currently offers discounts to customers while ensuring stable payouts for workers. Sardana said the company has reduced burn per booking by 55% over the last quarter.
She added that the startup remains well-funded for the next one to two years. Sardana also said discounting is likely to continue for a long period because of strong competition and the need to build customer habits.
Competitive Landscape
Pronto competes with:
- Urban Company’s Insta Help service
- Lightspeed-backed Snabbit
Industry Outlook
A recent note by BofA Securities said the next 24 to 36 months are expected to remain “burn heavy” for businesses in this segment.
