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Die Höhle der Löwen’s Sept. 8 Episode Yields Three Deals, Led by 98-Year-Old Founder

Hard valuation debates ended with on‑air agreements for Frank Thelen, Ralf Dümmel, plus Carsten Maschmeyer.

Overview

  • Steets, a retrofit stabilizer for walking aids fronted by 98-year-old Heinz Schlechtingen, agreed on air to €300,000 for 25% with Frank Thelen after entering with a €300,000 for 15% ask.
  • Post‑broadcast reports note the Steets agreement remains in contractual discussions rather than fully closed.
  • FlaveAir, a modular aroma stick positioned as a non‑nicotine alternative to sweets and vapes, accepted Ralf Dümmel’s offer of €150,000 for 25% after other investors raised concerns about potential appeal to children.
  • AIR CUBE, a toilet‑hygiene device with motion sensing, odor extraction and ion cleaning, drew multiple bids before founder Giuseppe Leo chose Carsten Maschmeyer; reported revenue reached about €530,000.
  • Muvn’s transport‑sharing app and krydda’s tofu marinade left without investment due to weak traction and product‑fit concerns.