From hybrid fitness studios to made-to-order organic meal services, the most popular September 2016 start-up ideas introduce a new range of products and services to enhance a variety of lifestyles.
One standout service by the name of 'Just Us. No Phones.' is specifically designed in order to help phone-obsessed consumers disconnect from their precious devices. The start-up offers lockboxes, which are designed to hold a few smartphones at once in order to help groups of people connect with others around them without technology being a distraction at a party, event or otherwise.
Some of the other most notable new ventures include Lovefone taking over phone booths in London to open extremely small-scale phone repair shops and Amazon launching its private-label 'Happy Belly' snacks as an online-only product line.
Top 45 Start-Up Ideas in September
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Hybrid Fitness Sudios
This Fitness Studio Combines Dance, Trampoline and Muscle Sculpting
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Scooter-Sharing Programs
Gogoro Scooters Will Be Available for Rent in Berlin Through an App
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Online-Only Snack Collections
Amazon's 'Happy Belly' Range is Exclusively Available Online
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Complexion-Matching Hosiery Retailers
FleshTone.net Provides Nude Hosiery in a Variety of Shades
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House-Sharing Design Studios
'Samara' is a New Design Studio Division from Airbnb
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Expedited Furniture Marketplaces
The Dibind Platform Helps Users Quickly Buy & Sell Used Furniture
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Tiny Phone Repair Booths
Lovefone's Repair Shops are Inside Iconic London Phone Booths
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Automotive Gin Bars
'Gin and Bear It' Operates Out of a Classic Converted Car
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Connective Cannabis Platforms
This Platform Helps Marijuana Dispensaries Improve Customer Service
36
Japanese-Style Fish Markets
'Osakana' Provides New Yorkers with Fresh, Seasonal Fish
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Customizable Parcel Delivery Services
Sendle Makes It Economical to Send Individual Packages
34
Paid Product Recommendation Apps
Users Can Earn Money for Suggesting Products with Maven Xchange
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Speedy Social Payment Apps
The Cookies App Fills the Peer-to-Peer Payment Need in Germany
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Dentistry Delivery Services
Porcelane's Mobile Dentistry Service Includes 24/7 Support
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Refurbished Phone Programs
Samsung Plans to Resell Refurbished Phones by 2017
30
Hosting Preparation Services
GuestReady Helps Airbnb Hosts Ready Homes for Short-Term Renters
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Customer-Controlled Store Playlists
Mood Media's 'Social Mix' Lets Consumers Select Songs
28
Online Dollar Stores
'Hollar' is the First Ever Dollar Store to Abandon Brick and Mortar Retail
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Made-to-Order Organic Meals
'Farm to Fork' Specializes in Organic Home Food Deliveries
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Corporate Catering Platforms
City Pantry Makes It Easier For Companies to Order In Food
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City-Specific Culinary Publications
'Food T.O.' Will Showcase the Best of Toronto's Food Scene
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Online College Textbook Retailers
RedShelf is Working to Reduce the Cost of Academic Textbooks
23
Vertical Video Ads
The 'Flipboard' App Has a New Video Feature for Advertisers
22
Members-Only Women's Clubs
'Verity' is a Private Club in Toronto That Caters to Successful Women
21
QR Payment Systems
Inditex's Retail Payment System Will Let Consumers Pay by QR Code
20
Small Business Sales Platforms
Facebook Shop Allows Business to Sell Products Through the Website
19
Coffee Rideshare Programs
The Lyft & Starbucks Promotion Rewards Customer with Incentive Deals
18
Weekly Headphone Rentals
Sennheiser is Letting Consumers Rent Headphones from Its Singapore Store
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Smartphone Lock Boxes
'Just Us. No Phones.' Helps Consumers Disconnect from Their Smartphones
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Disruptive Device Rentals
Grover's Electronics Rentals Are Revolutionizing the Consumer Tech World
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Cloud-Based Clinical Services
Florence Healthcare Helps Researchers Share Clinical Trial Data
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E-Commerce Airplane Fleets
Amazon is Enhancing Delivery Services with a Fleet of Air Cargo Planes
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On-Demand Test Drives
Amazon will Deliver the 2017 Hyundai Elantra for Consumers to Test Drive
12
Local Courier Apps
The Bringr App for Delivery is Like Uber for Sending & Tracking Parcels Nearby
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Secure Ride-Share Platforms
Safe Car Service Bluclub Uses Armoured Vehicles and Defensive Drivers
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Personalized Caretaker Businesses
This Start-Up Helps to Match Elderly People with Caretakers
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Localized Business News Apps
The Economyloop App Helps Business Travelers Access Relevant News
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App-Based Drone Insurance
The 'Verifly' App Lets Drone Pilots Buy On-Demand Insurance
7
City-Friendly Digital Advertising
The 'Google Urbanism' Project Would Share Ad Revenue with Cities
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Customizable Perk Platforms
Espresa Helps Companies Provide Workplace Services to Their Employees
5
Comedic Rap Releases
Kevin Hart's 'Chocolate Droppa' Character is Releasing a Real Rap Album
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Child-Focused Entrepreneurial Events
'Kid Talks' Inspire Young Attendees to Reach Goals
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Online Hay Retailers
'HayFinders.com' is a Digital Marketplace for Farmers to Buy and Sell Hay
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Crowdfunding Concert Apps
The 'Fanbassador' App Lets Music Fans Bid for Local Shows
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App-Free Rideshare Ordering
Uber Patrons in India can Order a Ride Through dial.uber.com
Related Ideas
Micro-Sized Alt Smartphones
The Nothing Phone (2a) Micro Was Shown Off for April Fool's Day
Curated Back-To-School Campaigns
JD Debuts the New Start Fresh Back-To-School Campaign
Horror-Themed Phone Campaigns
Samsung's Join the Flip Side Takes Cues from 90s Horror Movies
Industrial Cellphone Concepts
The Nokia N90 x Nothing Concept by Viet Doan Duc is Retro and Modern
Idyllic Pet Pop-Ups
Uber Eats and PetSmart Created "The Best Pet House Ever"
Subtle Smartphone-Friendly Printers
The Conceptual Samsung Image Box Instantly Offers Keepsakes
Phone-Free Festivals
This Never Happened is a Music Event Series and Festival Concept
Friend-Founded Home Decor Lines
Nook Theory is an Affordable and Quality Home Decor Brand
Pastel-Hued Tech Accessories
These New Apple Accessories are for the iPhone and Apple Watch
Anti-Theft Phone Cases
JOAN London Created an "Unsnatchable" Phone Case to Deter Thieves
Sober October Campaigns
Kit NA Brewing Launched 'Under Your Own Influence Sober October'
Beer-Pouring Party Billboards
JUBEL Made a Billboard That Pours Pints Invites People in to Party
Anti-Consumerism Subscription Services
The 'Nothing' Subscription Service Literally Offers Nothing
Flask Phone Cases
Body Vodka Created a Take-Anywhere Transparent Flask Phone Case
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
Star-Studded Tech Campaigns
Jewellery Pros and Music Talent Promote the Bose Ultra Open Earbuds
Pink-Themed Summer Pop-Ups
The LANEIGE Bounce Around the City Pop-Up Launches in Five U.S. Cities
Space-Conscious Exercise Kits
The Conceptual 'SUMMER' Home Fitness Kit is All-in-One
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
AR Locker Rooms
Snapchat and Selfridges Created a Pop-Up for Virtually Trying on Sports Kits
Seasonal Phone Booth Activations
Spotify's Q4 is Calling Urges Brands to Start Holiday Advertising
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Branded Departure Boards
"Bumble Airlines" Promotes a Premium Dating App Feature
Brainstorming Business Idea Tools
IdeaMate is the Solution to Fighting Stale Business Ideas
Spice Starter Sets
Just Spices Starter Set Features Eight Versatile Blends and a Spice Guide
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
AR Shopping Malls
American Express' Door to Shop Small Highlights 10 Small Businesses
Empowered Dating Nail Bars
Tinder's Nailing Dating Pop-Up Shares Tips to Support Singles
Seasonal Autumn Treats
Target Launches a Fall-Themed Private Label Sweets Collection
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Pizza Box Resumes
Pizza Hut's "ResZAmes" Support Job Seekers During the September Surge
Inspiring Multi-Shop Pop-Ups
Pinterest's Possibility Place Immerses Guests in Inspiration
Mobile-Order-Only Restaurants
Chick-Fil-A is Opening a Restaurant with No Seating Space
Social Media-Free Flip Phones
The HMD Barbie Phone Fuses Nostalgic Style with Digital Wellness
Social Commerce Apps
GIST is an App-Based Social Platform for Sharing Purchases with Friends
Mobile Plan Breakup Campaigns
Sky Mobile's Breakup Consultant Helps to Free People from Bad Plans
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Secret Salon Campaigns
Salon X Lets Consumers Experience a Secret Product Line
Clean Neurocosmetic Skincare
Justhuman's Clean Products Deliver Results Fast
Exclusive Date Night Recipes
HelloFresh & Tinder Launched Date Night Delights Recipes for Couples
Personalized Health Gadgets
Bevel Launched a New Product That Leverages Data from Wearable Devices
Leisure Activity Grocery Stores
The FreshTake Concept Grocery Store Blends Experiences
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
AI Startup Idea Generators
IdeaPicker Scours Reddit to Discover Your Next Big Idea
Collaborative Cosmetic Concept Shops
Hourglass and Barneys New York Partnered for a Concept Store
Youth-Focused Pizza Launches
Domino's Pizza Relaunches its Gen Z-Focused Emergency Pizza Promotion
Motivating Journaling Apps
MindUp Encourages Users to Maintain a Daily Mindfulness Habit
Healthy Soda Launches
Sidekick Soda Debuts at PopUp Grocer in NYC
Social Professional Productivity Apps
The 'LikeMind' App Connects Users to Other Hustlers
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Streetside Challenge Billboards
Gymbox Start Line Encourages Passersby to Try a Short Dash
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Hospitality-Driven Workspace Designs
The Malin Has Opened Its First Location in Austin, Texas
Autonomous QSR Meal Deliveries
Serve Robotics Will Star Delivering Shake Shack Uber Eats in LA
Fan-Made Merch Stores
The Wonder Shop Shares a Mix of Creator-Made Goods and Recipes
Phone Breakup Newsletters
The Guardian's 'Reclaim Your Brain' Newsletter Helps Reduce Screen Time
Mix-and-Match Sensorial Bodycare
Jukebox's Clean-Label Soaps & Deodorants Share Nostalgic Scents
Marketing Idea Generators
Thunderbucket Provides Marketing Ideas and Observations at Speed
Qatar-Based Super Apps
'Snoonu' Aims to be a One-Stop Shop for Services Across Qatar
Dressed-Up Breakfast Campaigns
Joe & the Juice Invites Customers to Get Chic for Breakfast
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Idea Validating Platforms
HeadStarter Helps Entrepreneurs Discover If Their Idea Exists
Weekend Excursion City Vehicles
The Playbox Urban Mobility Vehicle is Imagined for 2040
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Product Maker Launch Platforms
MicroLaunch Offers a Streamlined Avenue for Feedback
Waste-Minimizing Food Apps
"Oh, a Potato" Suggests Meal Ideas Based on Inventory
Business Founder Newsletters
The Solo Founder Newsletter Compiles the Top News and Inspiration
Minimizing Phone Usage Initiatives
Heineken's Latest Campaign Addresses Phone Use at Music Events
Tech-Powered Business Solutions
Apple Business Connect Leverages the Brand's User Base
Gen Z Anti-Loneliness Funds
Hinge Combats Loneliness for Gen Z - $1M Fund
Private App-Based Journals
Apple Launches a New Journal App for iPhone Users to Positively Reflect
Minimal Seasonal Furniture Designs
Blu Dot Presents a New Collection for the Fall 2023 Season
Phone Stand Chicken Boxes
VOXI Boxi Helps Fried Chicken Box Avoid a Greasy Mobile Device
Imperfect Produce Subscriptions
Odd Bunch Delivers Oddly Shaped Produce to Consumers' Doors
Couch-Free Lifestyle Challenges
RXBAR's Bar the Couch Pledge Invites People to Get Moving in 2024
Sporty Solo Travel Platforms
SurfYogaBeer is a New York City-based Active & Social Travel Company
Drop-In Wellness Solutions
Beyond Yoga Launches a New Wellness Pop-Up in New York City
Startup Applicant Tracking Platforms
The 'Briteloop' Platform is Built for Small Businesses
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Digital-First Kitchen Collections
So Yummy by bella Products Come with Access to 100+ Recipes
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Startup Name Generators
FindName Suggests Countless Ideas to Help Name Your New Business
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Waste-Reducing Culinary Starters
The Spare Food Co.'s Spare Starter Uses Surplus Farm Produce
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Hyper-Local Gym Ads
GymBox's Made for London Life Ads Juxtapose City Living and Gym-Going
Battery Rental Services
Swobbee Launches an Online Marketplace for Rental Batteries
Checkout-Free Campus Retail Experiences
Grubhub Will Use Amazon Just Walk Out Technology on Campus
AI-Powered Business Discoveries
Yelp Unveils a New AI Assistant and 'Project Ideas' Feature
Self-Driving Food Delivery Services
Uber Eats is Launching Waymo Delivery Services in Phoenix
Back-To-School Sporty Campaigns
JD's Start Fresh Campaign Celebrates Today's Youth Culture
AI-Powered Wellness Delivery Services
'Localposh' Anticipates Products and Services for You
App-Based Grocery Discounts
Olio and Gander Introduce a New Deals Section on its Mobile App
Affordable Lifestyle Directories
'I Have This Friend' Makes Aspirational Living More Accessible
Pet Care Fellowship Programs
Royal Canin and Leap Venture Academy are Uplifting Startups
Phygital Membership Programs
Selfridges Unlocked Provides Access to Digital & Physical Offers
SaaS Startup Newsletters
The SaaS Start Up Guide is Written by Law, Finance, and Tech Experts
Premium QSR Picnic Kits
Shake Shack Added Veg Out Picnic Kits for National Picnic Month
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Retailer Bakery Product Expansions
These New One Stop Lines are Perfect for Picnics and Sharing
Pocket Concierge Apps
The Scene Matches Users to Restaurants, Bars, Clubs & Cafes
Entrepreneurial Mentorship platforms
GrowthMentor Connects Individuals for 1:1 Support
Zero-Proof Subscription Boxes
Raising the Bar's Boxes Boast Alcohol-Free Spirits, Mixers, and More
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Just Eat and cardfactory Partnered to Offer Quick Gifts
Clothing Try-On Services
Rixo Launches a New 'Try-Before-You-Buy' Service in the UK
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Nourishing New Year's Meal Plans
Daily Harvest's January Jumpstart Supports Health Resolutions
Entrepreneur Support Communities
Hustle Cafe is an Online Space for Founders to Connect and Grow
Post-Launch Entrepreneurial Newsletters
One Year Wiser Interviews People One Year After Launch
Curated Autumnal Retailer Collections
ALDI Finds for September Help Shoppers Kick Off Fall
Parental Guidance Shopping Apps
The 'Auggie' App Connects Experienced Parents to New Ones
Mental Health Branding Initiatives
L.L.Bean Digitally Detoxed for Mental Health Awareness Month
Mobile Dorm-Designing Features
Pottery Barn Teen Unveils a New Dorm Shop and Expanded Features
Failed Digital Product Databases
Dead Product Marketplace is a Graveyard for Abandoned Projects
Preemptive Startup Evaluations
Vet My Idea Helps Startups Survive with AI Assessments and Ideas
Nutrition Brand Investment Rounds
Squared Circles Plans to Launch Five Brands in the Near Future
Hotel-Led Vintage Markets
The MOB Hôtel Hosted a Vintage Market, an Eco Conference and Workshops
Explorative Entrepreneur Ideas
Hustle Momumtum Invites You to Discover and Launch Side Hustles
Entrepreneur Brand-Building Tools
IndieLogs Helps Founders Stand Out Through Personalized Profiles
Digital Community-Branded Product Lines
The Girl Math Gang Debuts New Product Offerings
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Pre-Launch B2B Startup Apps
Faindrr Focuses on Growth and Connections Between new Startup Founders
Accessible Intimacy Products
These plusOne Intimacy Products are Arriving at Boots in the UK
Pared-Back Premium Candles
The Homesick Starter Collection Shares Smaller Sizes & Simpler Notes
Home Organization Tracking
WhereThings Helps You Organize and Locate Your Belongings Effortlessly
Branded Small Business Contests
Staples Canada Honors Small Businesses with Boost My Biz Contest
Entrepreneurial Journey Insights
Founder Folks Teaches You How Founders Launched Their Business
Daily-Prompting Social Journals
Journal. Invites Users to Share Their Thoughts and Feelings
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
On-Demand Distilleries
Diistil Empowers Bartenders to Create Bespoke Distillates
Comprehensive Restaurant Overview Apps
Toast Debuts a Digital App to Manage Restaurant Operations
Loyalty-Focused BBQ Apps
Sonny's BBQ Debuts a Mobile App Alongside an Exclusive Rewards Program
Streamlined Start-Up Job Searching
Startup Jobs by Binh Pham is a Community for Job Seekers
Back-To-School Barbershop Initiatives
City Gear is Launching Its Sixth Annual Cutz 4 Kids Event