Tessell

Tessell is a cloud database management company that specializes in providing Database as a Service (DBaaS) solutions, enabling enterprises to efficiently manage their cloud databases with high performance and reliability. Founded in 2021 in San Ramon, US, Tessell offers a cloud database management platform that simplifies the deployment and management of databases for enterprises. The company has successfully completed 2 deals as of now, with its most recent funding round being a Series B raised on April 9, 2025, led by WestBridge Capital Partners, raising a total of USD 60. 00 mn.

The company does not have known subsidiaries or parent companies. The founder's background details are not specified, so no additional information is available. Tessell provides a comprehensive Database as a Service (DBaaS) platform that simplifies the deployment and management of cloud databases for enterprises, particularly those born in the cloud. The core offerings include fully-managed database services encompassing lifecycle management, data protection, and high availability features such as multi-AZ support and cross-region disaster recovery.

Utilizing NVMe-based storage for up to 2 million IOPS, Tessell targets cost-effective performance optimization while addressing the complexities of database management. The service integrates with existing cloud infrastructures, allowing customers to bring their own cloud accounts and security policies. Tessell serves a diverse clientele that includes Fortune 500 companies across various industries, including finance, media, and energy, with its products marketed primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia. Tessell operates on a subscription-based revenue model, where clients pay for its DBaaS offerings based on instance-based pricing structures.

This model allows organizations to scale their database usage according to operational demands while benefiting from high-performance capabilities at lower total cost of ownership. Transactions typically involve enterprises signing contracts for varying levels of service that include specific service level agreements (SLAs) related to backup compliance and data recovery. The company engages in partnerships with notable organizations, leveraging its reputation among major clients such as Forbes and various Fortune 100 firms to further solidify its market position. Pricing structures reflect the performance and features provided, ensuring that enterprises achieve significant ROI through optimized database management and infrastructure consolidation.

In April 2025, Tessell raised USD 60. 00 mn in Series B funding led by WestBridge Capital Partners, with participation from B37 Ventures, Rocketship, and returning investor Lightspeed Venture Partners. The company intends to utilize the funding to enter the European and Asia-Pacific markets, enhance its go-to-market strategies in the U. S.

and India, and invest further in research and development to strengthen its services.