Scanifly
SeedRaised Since FeaturedSolar design, drone-perfected
Drone-based solar design software that delivers survey-grade accuracy for residential and commercial installers.
About
Scanifly is the leading drone-based solar design platform, combining AI-powered photogrammetry with LiDAR data to deliver survey-grade 3D models accurate to within 1-3 inches. Founded in 2015 by Jason Steinberg, John Novak, and Denis Kobozev, the platform enables solar contractors to replace manual roof climbing with autonomous drone flights that capture precise site data in minutes. Scanifly's proprietary Viewshed shading analysis is approved by all major regulators and lenders including NYSERDA, MassCEC, CEC, and Austin Energy. The platform spans the full solar workflow — from remote PrelimDesign using satellite imagery to on-site DroneDesign verification — reducing survey time by 90% and eliminating costly change orders on install day. With over 150,000 projects processed and $12.4M in funding, Scanifly has become the go-to tool for quality-obsessed solar contractors across the US.
DailyDropout Take
Scanifly caught our attention as a clever intersection of two booming industries — drones and solar energy. While most solar design tools relied on satellite imagery, Scanifly bet early on drone-captured photogrammetry to deliver the kind of accuracy that eliminates costly installation surprises. With regulatory approvals from NYSERDA to CEC, they've built institutional credibility that's hard to replicate.
Discovery signal: Early mover in drone-solar intersection, NYU-connected founding team, strong regulatory approval moat in a rapidly growing market
What Makes Them Unique
Scanifly is the only solar-exclusive photogrammetry platform, combining drone-based 3D modeling with AI design tools to deliver survey-grade accuracy that satellite-only competitors cannot match — approved by every major US solar regulator and lender.
150,000+
Projects Processed
1-3 inches
Measurement Accuracy
90%
Survey Time Reduction
~$3.8M
Annual Revenue
Target Markets
Founders
Jason Steinberg
Co-Founder & CEO
Co-founded Scanifly in 2015 to modernize solar site assessment. Leads company strategy and business development, growing the platform to over 150,000 processed projects.
John Novak
Co-Founder & CPO
Co-founded Scanifly with deep expertise in solar technology and product development. Oversees product strategy and the platform's drone-based design capabilities.
Denis Kobozev
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-founded Scanifly and leads the engineering team. Built the proprietary photogrammetry engine and AI-powered 3D modeling pipeline that powers the platform.
Funding History
Lead: Lightbank
Lead: Runway Venture Partners
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