We started Akro because we believed researchers shouldn't have to choose between quality and affordability. Lab equipment should be precise, durable, and accessible — not locked behind institutional purchasing contracts and inflated markups.
Akro Research Supply exists to equip the next generation of scientific discovery. Whether you're a principal investigator at a major research university, a chemistry instructor at a community college, or a biotech founder building your first lab, we provide the same premium-grade equipment — at prices that make sense.
We cut out the middlemen that traditionally inflate lab supply prices. You get the same quality for a fraction of the cost.
Our support team includes working scientists who understand your applications and can recommend the right equipment.
Every product is sourced from certified manufacturers and meets rigorous quality standards including ASTM, NIST, and ISO certifications.
Most orders ship within 1-2 business days. Free shipping on orders over $150 because science shouldn't wait.
Founded in 2024 in Mountain View, California, Akro was born out of frustration with the traditional lab supply industry. Our founders — a materials scientist and a software engineer — spent years watching research budgets get eaten alive by overpriced equipment from legacy suppliers.
We built Akro to be different: a direct-to-researcher supply company that combines Silicon Valley's customer experience standards with the quality that scientific work demands. Today, we serve over 15,000 labs across the United States, from Ivy League universities to garage-based startups.
Every beaker, pipette, and balance we sell reflects our commitment to precision, durability, and value. We stand behind every product with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and responsive customer support from people who actually understand what you're building.
Science moves forward one experiment at a time. We're here to make sure you have the tools to run the next one.
Have questions? Want to set up an institutional account? We'd love to hear from you.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (888) 925-7600
2400 Research Parkway, Suite 180, Mountain View, CA 94043