Innovating for peace of mind.
Everyone deserves to feel safe.
Mitipi is the Swiss technology company behind KEVIN®, an intelligent presence simulation solution for effective burglary protection.
About Mitipi
The Swiss company behind KEVIN®
Mitipi is a Swiss technology company dedicated to making people feel safe. Founded in 2018, we are headquartered at blueFACTORY in Fribourg, with companies in Berlin and Santa Clara.
2018founded in Switzerland
30+people in 7 countries
3companies: Fribourg, Berlin, Santa Clara
4tech teams: Fribourg, Lviv, Sarajevo, Xiamen
Innovation & expertise
Light, shadow and sound – engineered in Switzerland
Our engineers combine light, moving shadows and everyday sounds in one device. Artificial intelligence makes the simulated presence feel natural – without cameras or microphones.
Light
TV flicker and room light, matched to the time of day.
Shadows
Moving silhouettes of one or more people, visible from outside.
Sounds
Cooking, vacuuming, talking, music. Thanks to AI, endless hours without repetition – or your own recordings.
AI
Learns your routine and generates natural household sounds. Available for home, office and industrial use.
In research with HEIA-FR and HEG-FR.
Why it matters
Absence shows. Presence protects.
Dark rooms at the usual hours, no movement behind the curtains, no sound behind the door – burglars notice. Changing light, moving shadows and everyday sounds signal that someone is home. KEVIN® does it for you.
3.5M+burglaries a year in Europe and the US
45,000+burglaries a year in Switzerland alone
≈70%happen during the day, when homes are empty (police estimate)
< 5 minis all a burglar needs – the police usually arrive too late
Police call a home that looks lived-in the most cost-effective protection.
Our product
KEVIN®.3 – burglary protection through presence simulation
Make your home feel lived-in – even when you are away.
- Light, moving shadows and everyday sounds from one device
- AI-generated sounds – endless hours without repetition
- No camera, no microphone
- Works with and without Wi-Fi – effective against jammers, too
- Ready in just a few minutes
- Recommended by police forces
Swiss Crime Prevention (SKPPSC) recommends simulating your presence. Read the recommendation →
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5,000+protected buildings in Switzerlandup from 3,500 in 2023
0reported burglaries since 2019
92%of customers recommend KEVIN®
36months warranty
For every space that is sometimes empty
Homes, second homes, travel – and business premises.
Apartment
Shared entrance, private home – it still feels lived-in.
Home
Sounds matched to your routine, as if you were at home.
Second home
Lived-in between your visits.
Travel
Presence stays on for a weekend or a whole season.
Business
Offices, shops and warehouses look and sound active after hours.
Complementary, not a replacement: alarms and cameras detect – KEVIN® adds a preventive presence layer.
Privacy by design: no cameras, processing on the device, Swiss hosting – built for the GDPR.
Independently tested
«Lots of light, fleeting shadows and sounds – KEVIN®.3’s a good simulator»
«The small KEVIN®.3 is unrivalled in that it’s an easy-to-use, all-in-one solution that delivers a truly spectacular show.»
«Ultimately, it’s an easy-to-use solution for anyone who prioritises deterrence in burglary protection and wants more than just timed lights.»
Pros in the test
- Realistic light and shadow
- Versatile, not repetitive
- Finish and quality
- Three-year warranty
Michael Restin, Senior Editor · Galaxus product test, 9 January 2026 · Read the full review →
Awards & patents
Plus X Award 2025Innovation · High Quality · Ease of Use · FunctionalityThe Ventures Best Traction AwardSwitzerland 2026
2024European Security Award2021Plus X Award
2020Founders Fight Night
2019DIA Diamond Award
Patents – protected until 2041
European Patent OfficeSwitzerland and EU
US Patent and Trademark OfficeUSAFeatured in
Also featured in: Tages-Anzeiger · 24 heures · Netzwoche · RTS
What our partners say
Backed by industry and Silicon Valley experience
“Mitipi contributes AI-based solutions to better burglary prevention in industry. We joined as a strategic shareholder to strengthen security in the industrial sector.”
“Mitipi’s innovative home-security solution expands the range our teams select — accessible technology that improves everyday life at home.”
“KEVIN® redefines smart security by creating a whole new product category. I see great potential to bring KEVIN® into millions of US homes.”
“KEVIN® is not just a product — it solves a real problem. I look forward to bringing a new level of security to American homes.”
Latest news
1 September 2025KEVIN®.3 wins the Plus X Award 2025 in four categories
FAQ
Burglary protection and presence simulation: frequently asked questions
What is presence simulation?
Presence simulation makes a home look lived-in when nobody is there. KEVIN® combines light, moving shadows and everyday sounds, so from outside it looks and sounds as if someone is at home.
How does presence simulation protect against burglary?
Burglars avoid homes where someone seems to be in. That is why Swiss Crime Prevention (SKPPSC) recommends simulating your presence. KEVIN® is recommended by police forces, and no burglaries have been reported at sites protected by KEVIN® since 2019.
Does KEVIN® need Wi-Fi or an installation?
No. KEVIN® works with and without Wi-Fi and is also effective against jammers. It is ready in just a few minutes, without any installation.
Does KEVIN® have a camera or a microphone?
No. KEVIN® works without a camera and without a microphone.
Why do police recommend presence simulation?
Burglars want to act quickly and unnoticed. If they run into occupants, their risk and the penalty they face rise sharply – so they usually skip homes that look occupied. That is why police and crime-prevention experts advise simulating your presence, which is exactly what KEVIN® does with light, shadows and sound.
How does KEVIN® help after a burglary?
A burglary is more than material damage: many victims no longer feel safe in their own home and sleep worse. KEVIN® makes the home look occupied at any time – during the day, at night and while you are away – helping you regain a sense of security.
Do KEVIN®’s sounds repeat?
No. Thanks to AI-generated sounds, KEVIN® simulates everyday life for endless hours without repetition – from cooking and vacuuming to conversations – so the simulation stays convincing even to attentive observers.
How much power does KEVIN® use?
KEVIN® uses around 9 watts. Traditional presence simulation with lamps, a TV or a radio on timers consumes many times as much.
Where can I buy KEVIN®?
KEVIN® is available on kevinswiss.com, with versions for apartments, houses and businesses.
Impact
Safer communities, Swiss jobs, low energy
Safer communities
Affordable deterrence for every home – 5,000+ buildings protected, no reported burglaries.
UN SDG 11, 16
Well-being
Less fear of crime at home.
UN SDG 3
Swiss jobs
Research, development, AI and patents anchored in Fribourg.
UN SDG 8
Low energy
9 W on average instead of leaving lights, TV or radio on.
UN SDG 7, 12
Partnerships & contact
Interested in a partnership, a business solution or a media enquiry? We look forward to hearing from you.
Next: KEVIN® Security Agents
Together with HEIA-FR and HEG-FR, we are developing KEVIN® into an AI security agent that also recognises intrusions and alerts the right people. Market launch planned for 2028.
Mitipi AG · SwitzerlandblueFACTORY, Passage du Cardinal 11
1700 Fribourg
1700 Fribourg
Mitipi GmbH · GermanyZimmerstrasse 23
10969 Berlin
10969 Berlin
Mitipi Inc. · USA2010 El Camino Real PMB 3073
Santa Clara, CA 95050
Santa Clara, CA 95050