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Best Startups in Qatar

There are dozens of startup companies in Qatar, but we will list the most innovative and profitable startups. Here is what you need to know!

Quick answer

The article lists seven Qatar startups: Class Tap, a Doha fitness membership app founded in 2020; Fi Technologies, a free Wi-Fi platform; Rimads, a healthcare app with the AI buddy Avey; Doha Delivery for restaurant orders; Cloud Clinic for medical records; Urban Point for discount vouchers; and Q-Cab, a cab booking app that works similarly to Uber.

Key takeaways

  • Class Tap, founded in 2020 in Doha, gives access to several studios and gyms with one membership.
  • Fi Technologies won Best ICT Startup at the Qatar ICT Business Awards in 2014.
  • Rimads offers Avey, an AI-based medical buddy, and can deliver medications.
  • Cloud Clinic helps physicians manage patient records, scheduling, billing and electronic prescriptions.
  • Urban Point offers discount vouchers and coupons for spas, restaurants, entertainment centers and health clubs.

Starting and running a startup business is pretty straightforward in Qatar. However, it still requires you to follow a step-by-step approach to streamline the entire process. Although this is a topic for another day, today’s article will focus on the best startups in Qatar for your inspiration. Read on!

Class Tap

Founded in 2020, Class Tap has headquarters in Doha, Qatar. The lifestyle company offers access to several studios and gyms with just one membership through its app. Users can engage in fitness activities such as boxing, yoga, Pilates, spinning, HIIT, etc. In addition to motivating users to lead healthier lifestyles, Classtap helps its partners reach new consumer segments and increase revenue.

Fi Technologies

Fi Technologies is one of the most innovative technology startups in Qatar, having won the Best ICT Startup category at the Qatar ICT Business Awards in 2014. It is a unique Wi-Fi platform that offers a network of free Wi-Fi hotspots in places such as parks, cafes, and clinics, allowing users to enjoy free internet without seeing ads.

Rimads

Rimads, one of Qatar’s most promising startups, offers a mobile app that aims to redefine the healthcare ecosystem. The company’s mission is to transform the healthcare sector through technology, making it safer and more accessible.

Users can communicate with Avey, an AI-based medical buddy, to instantly and accurately assess their health status, and connect with the best doctors through Avey. Rimads can quickly deliver medications at the touch of a button.

Doha Delivery

Doha Delivery is your one-stop store for restaurants and delivery menus in Doha, Qatar. Users can order their favorite dishes from a wide variety of restaurants. In addition, users can order food with just two clicks from the app, and the staff will deliver the food to their doorstep. The app also allows users to discover new restaurants and try new dishes.

Cloud Clinic

Cloud Clinic allows physicians to manage patient medical records electronically as part of their practice management system. It includes tools for accessing medical histories, scheduling, and tracking appointments, sending referrals electronically, processing insurance claims and billing, and storing documents. It also has immunization and medication alerts, electronic prescriptions, dental records, and referrals.

Urban Point

The urban point offers discount vouchers and coupons for Qatar’s spas, restaurants, entertainment centers, and health clubs. It provides many offers and updates them monthly. It also holds monthly contests judged by users. The company has a website and mobile app that offers “buy one, get one free” coupons for users to save money.

Q-Cab

Q-Cab is a mobile app that allows users to search and book caravans running in their area. In Qatar, the app has simplified hiring a cab because it works similarly to Uber, allowing passengers to search for and quickly find travelers near their location. It is one of the most innovative startups in Qatar.

Final Words

Startup companies and small businesses are the backbone of a country’s economy. In addition to giant corporations that deal in oil and gas, Qatar has many innovative startups that have transformed the country’s business ecosystem. Until Next Time!


  • Article based on personal opinion, experience and research.
  • Photos from Unsplash & canva.

Questions readers ask

What does Class Tap do?

Class Tap, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Doha, gives users access to several studios and gyms through one app membership. It also helps partners reach new consumer segments.

Which Qatar startup won Best ICT Startup in 2014?

Fi Technologies won the Best ICT Startup category at the Qatar ICT Business Awards in 2014. It runs a network of free Wi-Fi hotspots in parks, cafes and clinics, without ads.

What is Rimads?

Rimads is a mobile app that aims to transform healthcare through technology. Users can talk to Avey, an AI-based medical buddy, connect with doctors and get medications delivered.

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