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Sequoia Arc vs a16z Speedrun SR006: Which is Right for You?
Compare these opportunities side-by-side to find the best fit for you.
Sequoia Arc
Sequoia Arc is a biannual seed-stage catalyst program that helps pre-seed and seed founders build enduring, category-defining companies through funding, mentorship, community, and company building frameworks.
Apply anytimeRolling
Rolling deadlineRolling
Global
accelerator
seed-stage
funding
+3 more
a16z Speedrun SR006
a16z Speedrun SR006 is a cohort‑based startup accelerator from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) that provides early‑stage startups with capital, mentorship, and accelerator programming to build foundational traction.
Closed 3 months agoClosed
Closes 9/28/2025Sep 28
Global
accelerator
startup-accelerator
early-stage
+3 more
Side-by-Side Comparison
Funding
1000000 USD
1000000 USD
Location Restrictions
Not specified
in-person participation in San Francisco is required for the core accelerator
Industry Focus
Not specified
tech, AI, gaming, entertainment, adjacent innovation sectors
Financial Benefits
Upfront seed funding (typically around $1M)
Up to $1,000,000 in investment per startup
Mentorship
Access to mentorship and 1:1 time with Sequoia partners and operators
12-week accelerator program with hands-on mentorship and guidance, Workshops, coaching sessions, and strategic support across growth functions
Networking
Connection to a curated community of other early-stage founders, Exposure to Sequoia’s network of talent, customers, and future co-investors, Invitations to community events, peer boards, and workshops
Access to a16z's network of operators, founders, and investors, Demo Day exposure to venture capital firms and partners, Community of 600+ founders for peer feedback and introductions
Program Location
remote
in-person
Program Structure
multi-week company building experience
12-week accelerator program
Type
accelerator
accelerator
Region
Global
Global