What ARR do I need for Series A?

~$1M ARR growing 3x YoY is the median bar for enterprise SaaS. Consumer and infra differ.

How long between seed and A?

18-24 months for most successful teams.

Seed vs Series A: Metrics, Terms & Investor Expectations

Compare seed and Series A rounds by check size, metrics bar, dilution, and investor expectations.

Seed vs Series A: What Actually Changes (2026)

Seed and Series A used to be a smooth continuum. In 2026 they're two different games with different investors, different metrics bars, and different diligence depth.

Seed round reality

$2-5M on a SAFE at a $12-25M post. Angels and seed funds. Team + prototype + early traction. Diligence is light.

Series A reality

$8-15M priced round at a $40-80M post. Multi-stage funds lead. Need ~$1M ARR growing 3x, real retention, and a repeatable channel.

The seed-to-A gap

Most seed-funded startups never raise an A. Plan for 24+ months of runway and know the metrics bar before you close the seed.

Frequently asked questions

What ARR do I need for Series A?: ~$1M ARR growing 3x YoY is the median bar for enterprise SaaS. Consumer and infra differ.
How long between seed and A?: 18-24 months for most successful teams.

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