Caper

Caper Carts use computer vision, machine learning, and sensor fusion combining cameras, digital scales, and location sensors to automatically identify items as shoppers place them in the cart, display a running total on the built-in screen, and enable payment directly at the cart, eliminating the need to wait in traditional checkout lines.

The technology addresses one of the most persistent pain points in brick-and-mortar retail: checkout friction and queue wait times.

Beyond checkout automation, Caper Carts function as an in-store digital engagement platform.

As shoppers move through store aisles, the cart's screen displays aisle-specific coupons and promotions tailored to their location and loyalty profile, personalized product recommendations, and gamified shopping challenges to increase engagement and basket size.

Shoppers can sync their Instacart or retailer app shopping list by scanning a QR code directly to the cart screen. Payment options include credit card, debit card, Apple Pay, and Android Pay.

Retailers deploying Caper Carts benefit from reduced labor costs at checkout lanes, increased basket size through contextual promotions, and valuable data on in-store shopper movement and purchasing patterns.

Caper AI was acquired by Instacart, and its carts are deployed across major retail chains including Kroger, which has rolled out the technology across US locations.