Hug Sleep

Hug Sleep makes the Sleep Pod, a wearable blanket built to mimic the calming feeling of a hug. It uses gentle, even compression across the body, similar in spirit to a weighted blanket but worn like a stretchy cocoon rather than draped on top. Founders Angie Kupper and Matt Mundt created it to help people who feel anxious or restless at night settle down and fall asleep more easily.

On Season 12 they asked for 150,000 dollars for 10 percent. The product demoed well, and two sharks wanted in. Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner teamed up, offering 300,000 dollars for 20 percent split between them. The founders accepted, gaining two heavyweight partners and double the capital they had asked for in exchange for a larger combined stake.

The Sleep Pod clicked because it solved a relatable problem in a simple, tactile way. People understood the appeal of feeling swaddled and secure, and the breathable, machine-washable fabric made it practical for everyday use. Having both Cuban and Greiner on board signaled real confidence, and the calming-compression angle gave Hug Sleep a clear identity in the sleep and wellness market.

The response was immediate. Sales surged on the night the episode aired and kept climbing in the months that followed, far outpacing the company's pre-show numbers. Hug Sleep used the attention to grow quickly and expand its catalog beyond the single original pod.

The company added variations such as a more mobile pod design, hooded versions, kids' sizes, loungewear and accessories, building out a fuller product line. As of 2026 Hug Sleep remains operational, with an active website and a broad catalog, indicating sustained demand for its compression-based sleep products well after the Shark Tank appearance.