Shark Tank · Season 5 · Aired October 4, 2013

Shark Tank Season 5, Episode 3 Products

4 pitches, 2 deals and $350K invested on air. Here's every product from the episode, what the founders asked for, what they got and where they are now.

Episode at a glance

  • 💰 Biggest deal: Freeloader Child Carrier, $200K for 33% with Robert Herjavec.
  • 🦈 Sharks who invested: Robert Herjavec, Mark Cuban.
  • 📍 Where they are now: 3 of 4 companies are confirmed still operating or were acquired (checked November 2026).
  1. Freeloader Child CarrierPitch 1

    Freeloader Child Carrier

    DealStill in business

    The Freeloader is a backpack-style child carrier that lets an adult carry an older toddler or young child comfortably on hikes and outings.

    Asked
    $200K for 15%
    Result
    $200K for 33%
  2. Pitch 2

    Rapid Ramen Cooker

    DealStill in business

    Rapid Ramen Cooker is a rectangular microwave bowl that cooks instant ramen noodles in a few minutes without a stovetop.

    Now: Grew into Rapid Brands microwave cookware line

    Asked
    $300K for 10%
    Result
    $150K for 15%
  3. Pitch 3

    Fairy Tale Wishes

    No dealStill in business

    Fairy Tale Wishes is a children's business built around fairy tale-themed experiences and products.

    Asked
    $35K for 33%
    Result
    No deal
    Shark
    -
  4. Pitch 4

    Kook n' Kap

    No dealOut of business

    Kook n' Kap is a kitchen tool designed to make a common cooking task simpler and less messy.

    Now: The business shut down in 2013, and its social media has not been updated since February 2014.

    Asked
    $50K for 20%
    Result
    No deal
    Shark
    -

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Frequently asked questions

What products were on Shark Tank Season 5 Episode 3?

The pitches were Freeloader Child Carrier, Rapid Ramen Cooker, Fairy Tale Wishes and Kook n' Kap.

Who got a deal on Shark Tank Season 5 Episode 3?

Freeloader Child Carrier (Robert Herjavec) and Rapid Ramen Cooker (Mark Cuban) made deals.

When did Season 5 Episode 3 air?

It first aired on October 4, 2013.

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