Freeloader Child Carrier
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The Freeloader is a backpack-style child carrier that lets an adult carry an older toddler or young child comfortably on hikes and outings. It targets active parents whose kids have outgrown standard baby carriers but still tire easily.

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Price range $319.99 checked Oct 2026

⏱ Freeloader Child Carrier in 30 seconds

  1. The ask$200K for 15%Valued at $1.33M
  2. In the tankDeal: $200K for 33%With Robert
  3. After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
  4. TodayStill in businessFrom $319.99

Freeloader Child Carrier Shark Tank deal

Asked for
$200,000 for 15%
Asking valuation
$1.33M
Result
Deal
Final deal
$200,000 for 33%
Deal valuation
$606.1K
Founders
Erick Jansen
From
Austin, TX
Aired
Oct 4, 2013
Asked
$1.33M
Got
$606.1K

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The pitch

Erick Jansen from Austin, TX pitched Freeloader Child Carrier in Shark Tank Season 5, Episode 3 (aired Oct 4, 2013). They asked for $200,000 in exchange for 15% equity, valuing the business at $1.33M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Robert Herjavec: $200,000 for 33%. That put the final valuation at $606.1K, 55% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Freeloader Child Carrier after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked October 3, 2026

As of our last check (October 2026), Freeloader Child Carrier appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

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  1. myfreeloader.com/products.json
  2. amazon.com/Freeloader-Child-Carrier-Seat-Stirrups/dp/B09KMJNH95
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Frequently asked questions

Did Freeloader Child Carrier get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Freeloader Child Carrier got a deal with Robert Herjavec for $200,000 and 33% equity.

Which Shark invested in Freeloader Child Carrier?

Robert Herjavec invested in Freeloader Child Carrier on Season 5 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Freeloader Child Carrier still in business?

As of our last check (October 2026), Freeloader Child Carrier appears to still be in business. Its official website is online.

What season and episode was Freeloader Child Carrier on Shark Tank?

Freeloader Child Carrier appeared in Season 5, Episode 3, which first aired on October 4, 2013.

Where can I buy Freeloader Child Carrier?

You can buy Freeloader Child Carrier from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Freeloader Child Carrier's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Freeloader Child Carrier at $1,333,333 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $606,061.

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