Key differences
- Approved members can compare the estimated rates as of today side by side.
- Hercules Capital is usually faster to fund (about 6 weeks vs about 2 months).
Side by side
| Hercules Capital | Runway Growth Capital | |
|---|---|---|
| Product | Venture debt | Growth-stage debt |
| Funding type | Venture debt | Venture debt |
| Estimated rate as of today | Rates shown to approved members | Rates shown to approved members |
| Pricing source | Estimated as of today | Estimated as of today |
| Time to cash | About 6 weeks | About 2 months |
| Typical size | About 30% of your last equity round | About 30% of your last equity round |
| Term | 24–48 months | 36–60 months |
| Requirements | Minimum raise $5M · Institutional VC backing | Minimum raise $10M · Institutional VC backing |
| Regions | US | US |
| What they underwrite | Your company & investors | Your company & investors |
| Collateral | All company assets | All company assets |
| How you repay | Interest-only then amortize | Interest-only then amortize |
| Dilution | Small (warrants) | Small (warrants) |
Hercules Capital
Largest venture lender; typical borrower is $20M+ ARR.
Runway Growth Capital
$10–100M checks for later-stage companies; lighter warrants.
Hercules Capital vs Runway Growth Capital FAQ
What is the difference between Hercules Capital and Runway Growth Capital?
Approved members can compare the estimated rates as of today side by side. Hercules Capital is usually faster to fund (about 6 weeks vs about 2 months).
Which is faster, Hercules Capital or Runway Growth Capital?
Hercules Capital usually funds in about 6 weeks; Runway Growth Capital takes about 2 months.
Which is cheaper for you?
The answer depends on your amount, term and revenue. The calculator prices both on the same basis — fees, warrants and dilution included.
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