Update #026 - Final Prototype Sent to Production & App 2.0 Sneak Peek

TL;DR

  • Final prototype files have been sent to the factory — this is the version that goes into production after internal testing.
  • Batch 1 is fully booked (sold out in 24 hours) and on track for January 2026.
  • Batch 2 is 25% booked and on schedule for March 2026.
  • Plant pod packaging is evolving—same sustainable concept, now sized for the upgraded pods.
  • Vext App 2.0 brings a cleaner design, multi-garden management, and easier insights at a glance.
  • We’re hiring a Growth & Marketing Lead—details on LinkedIn.
  • Next: raising our pre-seed round to scale production and deliver even more through OTA updates.


Hi everyone,

We’ve got some exciting milestones to share—and as always, we want to take you behind the scenes of what’s happening at Vext.


🔧 The final prototype is in the works

After months of refining every detail, we’ve officially sent the final prototype files to our factory. This version represents the quality level we’ve always aimed for—the kind that feels solid, timeless, and built to last.

Every panel, seal, and system has been fine-tuned to meet our expectations for long-term reliability and elegance. Once it’s assembled, the prototype will undergo our final internal testing to make sure everything performs exactly as intended before full production begins.

We couldn’t be more proud of how far this design has come—it’s the version we’ll carry into production with confidence.


📦 Production & shipping right on schedule

We’re happy to share that everything remains on track:
 • Batch 1 is fully booked (sold out in just 24 hours!) and scheduled to ship in January 2026.
 • Batch 2 is already 25% booked and on schedule for March 2026.

Behind the scenes, we’ve solved each production challenge on time and continue to make great progress with packaging. We’ve explored a few new options for the plant pod packaging and decided to move forward with an improved version of our current design—larger to accommodate the upgraded pod size while keeping the same reliable, sustainable structure.

Everything is running smoothly—and that’s thanks to the groundwork laid over the past months.


📱 Sneak peek: Vext App 2.0


Our new app has been redesigned from the ground up to make managing your garden effortless. That being said, it is still in the works, and is subject to change.

You’ll be able to see at a glance how your garden is doing, access everything you need in just a few taps, and even manage multiple gardens under the same account.

We’ll launch it alongside Vext 2.0’s first deliveries, so everyone gets the full upgraded experience right from day one.

Here’s a little sneak peek of the new Home view and Plant Guides—clean, intuitive, and designed to help your plants thrive with less effort. 🌱


🚀 We’re growing—literally and figuratively

Vext is hiring! We’re now looking for a Growth & Marketing Lead to help us reach more people who want to grow their own fresh food at home.
This isn’t just a hire—it marks an exciting step as we shift from building the foundation to scaling what we’ve created.

You can find the full post on LinkedIn, and we’d love your help spreading the word.


🌍 What’s next

Next up, we’ll be raising our pre-seed round to scale faster and expand our team. This funding will also help us continue improving Vext through over-the-air updates and new software features.

It’s been an amazing journey so far, and we’re only just getting started. Thank you for believing in this vision with us—your support means the world.


Warm regards,
The Vext Team

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