- Throne is a healthtech company based in Austin, Texas, that has developed an AI smart-toilet device to monitor gut health.
- The company recently announced a $4M seed funding round, with Lance Armstrong named as one of their angel investors, according to TechCrunch.
- Throne is set to ship its first devices in January 2026, alongside its health tracking app.
Website: www.thronescience.com
What is Throne?
Throne is a health-monitoring startup that uses an AI-led device to track users’ gut health through waste analysis.
Founded by Scott Hickle and Tim Blumberg, it started as a joke idea, but has since gone on to secure $4M in seed funding according to TechCrunch.
The company’s main product is the Throne Device – an AI-powered box that attaches to toilets and is able to give users personalised data about their health by analysing their waste.
In fact, Throne can help track or detect a number of gut-related conditions, including:
- IBS
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Crohn’s
- Colon cancer
- Nutrient absorption
- Hydration levels
- Kidney disease
- Enlarged prostate
- UTIs
- Menstrual blood analysis
- Abnormalities that could be early warning signs of diseases
The device is also able to monitor multiple people in the same household, segmenting the data to each individual user. This way, the results aren’t just accurate, they’re private too.
With app integration, discreet packaging and advanced AI, it helps people better understand their bodies by analysing and monitoring their daily waste.
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What Makes Throne Unique?
Whilst there is no shortage of personalised health tracking devices on the market, Throne takes a slightly different approach. Using computer vision and AI, the device is able to track a person’s health and give them personalised insights through waste analysis.
By clipping onto existing toilet seats and delivering insights straight to an app, it’s both discreet and personalised.
In addition to this, Throne has partnered with researchers at the University of Washington and the University of Chicago to make sure the data they deliver is as accurate as possible.
By combining regular bodily routine with data tracking options, it allows people to gain better insights into their health and gives them actionable ways to improve it.
Is There A Market For Smart Toilet Health Devices?
Surprisingly, yes! And it’s growing. The health tech market is expected to grow to $3,140.9 billion by 2033 and gut health is a huge part of this, already valued at $51.6 billion.
This is largely driven by people wanting more personalised insights into their own health, helping them make lifestyle changes or manage chronic diseases. Especially in countries where healthcare is expensive, these devices can identify any concerning symptoms early, or guide people towards better, personalised health habits.
As a compact, non-invasive device, Throne is well placed to deliver insights that can help people take a more active role in improving their gut health.
What Key Products Does Throne Have?
Smart Toilet Device: AI-powered system that tracks hydration, gut health, and urinary flow using waste analysis. Available to pre-order for shipment in 2026.
Throne app: Real-time insights, personalised data for each user, and the ability to analyse multiple profiles within a household.
Health dashboard: Provides analysis on bowel movement patterns using the Bristol Stool Scale, hydration and early warning signs for gut and colon diseases.
Sources: TechCrunch & Throne.
