Shark Tank has turned everyday inventions into massive brands with billions in total sales. Standout products combined clever pitches, strong follow-through, and real customer demand. Vote for your favorites below.
What counts: Best defined by lifetime sales, lasting availability, and cultural staying power. Figures are approximate.
Lori Greiner's 2012 investment turned a smiley sponge into a cleaning staple that sold over 100 million units. The flexible, temperature-sensitive design became a QVC and retail phenomenon. Its consistent reorders and viral demos secured the top spot.
Year: 2012Lifetime Sales: $200,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 9.2/10Still Active: ✓
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The Comfy
The wearable blanket hoodie pitch in 2017 secured a deal and turned into a holiday bestseller. Over 10 million units sold through infomercials and retail. Its cozy positioning captured pandemic-era comfort demand.
Year: 2017Lifetime Sales: $500,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.5/10Still Active: ✓
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The 2014 unicorn toilet stool pitch with the dramatic dragon demo led to explosive Amazon growth. Robert Herjavec backed the product that sold millions of units quickly. Its meme-worthy ad cemented bathroom culture status.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $150,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.7/10Still Active: ✓
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The 2012 food truck concept with Barbara Corcoran grew into a national seafood brand with dozens of trucks. Fresh lobster rolls and franchising scaled the business fast. Coastal branding helped it stand out.
Year: 2012Lifetime Sales: $80,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.1/10Still Active: ✓
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The 2013 car seat gap filler solved a universal annoyance and sold millions after Mark Cuban invested. Its wedge design and easy install drove strong direct-response sales. Continued Amazon success keeps it relevant.
Year: 2013Lifetime Sales: $100,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.3/10Still Active: ✓
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The 2013 ugly Christmas sweater line secured a deal and grew into a major holiday apparel brand. Annual collections and celebrity placements drove recurring revenue. Niche seasonal focus paid off big.
Year: 2013Lifetime Sales: $100,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.9/10Still Active: ✓
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FiberFix
The 2014 repair tape pitch beat duct tape claims and sold millions of rolls after a deal. Strong utility demos drove hardware store placement. Simple problem-solution fit kept it relevant.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $60,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.6/10Still Active: ✓
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Hatch Baby
The 2016 smart changing pad and scale pitch grew into a full baby tech brand. Multiple products and app integration scaled the company. Parenting tech niche proved durable.
Year: 2016Lifetime Sales: $80,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.2/10Still Active: ✓
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Bombas Socks
The 2014 one-for-one sock model won Daymond John and exploded through comfort marketing. Over 100 million pairs donated while generating hundreds of millions in revenue. Subscription ease and charity hook kept it dominant.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $300,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.9/10Still Active: ✓
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PhoneSoap
The UV phone sanitizer pitch in 2014 won investment and filled a hygiene niche that exploded post-pandemic. Over 2 million units sold through direct and retail channels. Clean design matched rising wellness trends.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $90,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8/10Still Active: ✓
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Simply Fit Board
Lori's 2015 fitness balance board pitch led to rapid QVC sellouts and over 3 million units. The twisting workout appealed to busy users seeking quick results. Strong TV presence drove early momentum.
Year: 2015Lifetime Sales: $120,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.8/10Still Active: ✓
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GrooveBook
The 2014 photo book subscription won investment and grew to millions of books printed before acquisition. Mobile app ease drove consistent orders from parents. Subscription retention was key.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $50,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.7/10Still Active: —
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ShowNo
The 2013 undershirt cami pitch solved wardrobe malfunctions and sold steadily. Simple layering solution appealed to women. QVC success followed the deal.
Year: 2013Lifetime Sales: $28,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.1/10Still Active: ✓
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Wild Socks
The fun patterned sock line from 2015 built a colorful brand with millions sold. Subscription boxes and retail expanded reach. Playful designs created collector fans.
Year: 2015Lifetime Sales: $45,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.4/10Still Active: ✓
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The 2016 beeswax food wrap pitch offered plastic alternative and sold steadily. Sustainable kitchen product aligned with zero-waste trends. Simple reusable design drove household adoption.
Year: 2016Lifetime Sales: $18,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.6/10Still Active: ✓
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Lovepop
The 2016 3D pop-up card pitch impressed with intricate designs and grew into a stationery powerhouse. Millions of cards sold via subscription and retail. Artistic craftsmanship became its signature.
Year: 2016Lifetime Sales: $70,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 8.4/10Still Active: ✓
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The magnetic glasses holder pitch in 2013 became a QVC hit selling over 2 million units. Simple collar clip solved everyday forgetfulness. Low price and easy pitch drove volume.
Year: 2013Lifetime Sales: $40,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.5/10Still Active: ✓
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Ava the Elephant
The 2011 medicine dispenser for kids won Lori's investment and sold over a million units. Cute design reduced child medicine stress. Simple pediatric tool found steady sales.
Year: 2011Lifetime Sales: $20,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.3/10Still Active: ✓
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Zipz Wine
The single-serve wine glass pitch in 2015 won a deal and sold millions of units at stadiums and events. Portable premium wine solved a convenience gap. Event sales drove early volume.
Year: 2015Lifetime Sales: $35,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.2/10Still Active: ✓
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Alpreneur
The 2012 kids educational app and toy pitch won a deal but saw limited follow-through. Niche learning focus struggled to scale against bigger edtech players. Short-lived presence on lists.
Year: 2012Lifetime Sales: $8,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 6.2/10Still Active: —
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Copa Di Vino
The 2011 wine-by-the-glass pitch led to millions of portable servings sold at events. Plastic glass innovation targeted convenience. Early Shark Tank success story.
Year: 2011Lifetime Sales: $30,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 6.8/10Still Active: ✓
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ToyGaroo
The 2011 toy rental subscription pitch aimed at parents but faced execution challenges after the deal. Early Netflix-for-toys concept generated buzz but struggled with scaling. Remains a cautionary tale.
Year: 2011Lifetime Sales: $5,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 5.5/10Still Active: —
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BuggyBeds
The 2014 bed bug detection trap pitch addressed travel fears and sold steadily. Simple under-mattress placement appealed to frequent travelers. Niche safety product found loyal buyers.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $25,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7/10Still Active: ✓
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Chord Buddy
The 2011 guitar learning tool pitch with a memorable demo sold hundreds of thousands of units. Simple attachable device lowered the barrier to playing. Music accessory carved a steady niche.
Year: 2011Lifetime Sales: $15,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 6.9/10Still Active: ✓
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Mensch on a Bench
The 2014 Hanukkah tradition product pitch created a new holiday ritual and sold millions. Cultural storytelling drove family adoption. Seasonal sales became a reliable niche.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $30,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7/10Still Active: ✓
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Remy's Kitchen
The 2014 organic baby food pouch pitch with Mark Cuban grew into a national brand before acquisition. Fresh ingredients and convenience won parents. Early success story in food category.
Year: 2014Lifetime Sales: $40,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.9/10Still Active: —
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Humble Brush
The 2015 bamboo toothbrush with charity angle won investment and sold millions. Eco-friendly and social-good positioning resonated with buyers. Sustainable personal care found loyal fans.
Year: 2015Lifetime Sales: $22,000,000Got Deal: ✓User Rating: 7.8/10Still Active: ✓
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Somebody explain the Scrub Daddy votes to me. Genuinely. I want to understand.
Came for the argument, stayed for the comparison grid. The numbers settle half the fights here.
Missing a few names that belong in the top ten, but the top three is basically right.
This is the most honest version of this ranking I've seen anywhere. The pros and cons are fair.
