Earflo's US expansion

Earflo Launches in the United States: A WA Success Story

Big news from the West Tech Fest community: Earflo, winners of the inaugural West Tech Pitch competition, have officially launched their device in the United States, marking a major milestone in their global growth.

Founded by Intan and Matt Oldakowska, Earflo is transforming how families manage children's ear health. Their FDA-cleared device offers a non-invasive, at-home treatment for negative middle ear pressure, a common condition in young children that can lead to fluid build-up, hearing loss and chronic ear infections.

From West Tech Pitch to Global Recognition

Since taking out the inaugural West Tech Pitch competition, Earflo's trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable. The team has gone on to be named one of TIME's Best Inventions of 2025 and a CES Innovation Award winner for 2026, before securing FDA clearance and launching in the US market.

Their clinical results speak for themselves: 86% of patients saw immediate improvement, and 89% avoided ear tube surgery altogether after four weeks of treatment.

A Thoughtful, Child-First Design

What makes Earflo stand out is its thoughtful, child-first design:

A cup-like device that fits naturally into a child's routine

A gentle mechanism that works with the body's natural swallowing action

A simple daily treatment that may help families avoid surgery altogether

By turning what can be a stressful medical issue into a safe, familiar and engaging experience, Earflo is redefining paediatric ear care.

Global Validation for the West Tech Fest Pitch Program

Earflo's expansion into the US is a strong validation of both the technology and the global demand for accessible, home-based health solutions, and a proud moment for West Tech Pitch as a launchpad for ambitious founders.

Learn more about Earflo and their innovative approach: earflocare.com

Congratulations to Intan, Matt and the entire Earflo team on this exciting next chapter.