Vytal
Deposit-free reusable containers and cups for takeaway, tracked by app
Vytal operates a reusable packaging system in which customers borrow bowls and cups by scanning a QR code, return them within 14 days to any partner, and the restaurant pays a small fee per use. It helps German restaurants meet the 2023 reusable-packaging obligation and has expanded to events, stadiums and 24 countries.
Our reading. Best for takeaway restaurants in Germany and neighbouring countries that must offer reusable packaging under the Mehrweg obligation without handling deposits.
Strengths
- No deposit for the customer
- Large partner network for returns
- Tracking data for reporting
Limits
- Fee per use borne by the restaurant
- Return rate depends on customer discipline
Founded 2019/2020, deposit-free reusable packaging network with 7,000+ partners in 24 countries and €14.2M raised in 2025
Raised €6.2M in July 2024 and €14.2M in March 2025; 99.2% return rate claimed; clients include UEFA Euro 2024 fan zones
- https://www.eu-startups.com/2025/03/vytal-global-secures-e14-2-million-to-scale-tech-driven-reusable-packaging/
- https://www.vytal.org/