Early Entry Deadline Is Friday, May 17th. ENTER NOW
TIME Best Inventions recognizes products, software, or services that are revolutionizing the world – from a faster running shoe to a groundbreaking surgical robot. Curated by a network of TIME editors, our annual list recognizes inventions big and small from around the globe.
Our editorial team reviews each and every entry. By entering, you ensure that the team is aware of your incredible invention and the impact it is making on the world.
Even if your invention is already on our radar, entering is an important way to highlight new features or use cases.
The full TIME Best Inventions list will be published in the fall of 2024, and will be promoted to the entire TIME print and digital readership of 120 million across the globe. Placements include:
The credibility boost and global exposure that come with being named a Best Invention of can yield increased interest from potential customers and investors.
Companies chosen for the list will become part of a networking group that TIME business editors return to throughout the year for coverage, expertise, and events.
Industry & Sector
Advancements across innovations in space exploration
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Innovations in the way we grow our food
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Developing safer, cleaner cars and trucks
Developments in cosmetics, skin care, and more
Upgrading communications and keeping our relationships strong
Technology that improves everyday life
Disrupting and decentralizing money—and more
Products with innovative physical designs
Elevating how we learn
New Ways to Consume music, movies, TV, games and more
Updates to what we wear and how we dress
Helping us save, manage, and invest our money
Shaking up how we eat and drink
Innovations in cleaner fuels, better batteries and alternative power
Making it easier to live a healthier life—both mentally and physically
Inventions used in the home to safeguard and monitor your health
Helping users perform tasks around the home
Shipping and supply chain innovations
Advancements and new technologies in the way we build products & goods
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Inventions used in doctors' offices and in the hospital that alleviate discomfort, illness and injury (including pharmaceuticals)
Options that make for better, safer outdoor activities
Aids for parents as they raise children
Keeping private information private
Streamlining the way we work
Reducing overconsumption
Building smarter machines
Supporting underprivileged communities
Propelling exercise and the athletic experience forward
Innovations that help the environment
Inventions that improve how we play
Advancements that help people and/or things move from one place to another
Accessories that aid explorations
Invention Features
Improvements for the elderly and people living with disabilities
Tools that power our digital world
Breakthroughs in business AI
Inventions (including concept inventions) that illustrate what's possible
Advancements in AR and VR
Innovations in technology designed to be used while worn
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Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Lunar Excursion Vehicle 2
S'well Ice Cream Chiller
Nant de Drance Pumped Storage Power Plant
HyperX Cloud Alpha Wireless Headset
So-VITS-SVC
Permobil Explorer Mini
Flo Anonymous Mode
LEGO Braille Bricks
Any company, organization, agency, or individual involved in creating or marketing an invention that has hit—or will hit—a major milestone between Nov. 1, 2023, and Sept. 30, 2024. Please see our official rules for more details about eligibility.
Yes. The general application fee is $495 through May 17, 2024 (Early Entry); $695 from May 18, 2024 through June 21, 2024 (Final Entry Deadline). An application fee applies to each category entered.
Yes, you can select additional categories at an incremental cost of $495 during the Early Entry Deadline and $695 through the Final Deadline. Keep in mind that inventions can only be recognized once per year. In the event that your invention receives high marks in multiple categories, TIME’s editors will determine which category is the best fit.
Yes, provided that you complete a separate application for each one.
Yes, provided that your invention has hit—or is expected to hit—a major milestone between Nov. 1, 2023, and Sept. 30, 2024. Examples of major milestones include: surpassing a sales goal, winning a major industry accolade, securing an important partnership, unveiling a working prototype, and/or announcing an expansion.
Yes, provided that your invention can demonstrate proof of concept and is well on its way to becoming reality. If your invention will remain in the prototype or conceptual phase for the foreseeable future, please apply under the Experimental category. If you have other questions about eligibility, please contact Help.TIMEBestinventions@awards-support.com.
Yes, provided it will be publicly announced on or before Oct. 15, 2024. If you have specific questions about confidentiality, please contact Help.TIMEBestinventions@awards-support.com.
October 2024. Exact timing will be announced at a later date.
The list will appear and be promoted across the following TIME channels, reaching our global audience of 120 Million:
No, the list is not ranked. All 200 inventions are designated TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024. An additional 50 Special Mention inventions will be named, and all 50 will be designated as Special Mentions.
At minimum, if we select your invention to appear on the list, it will receive a short write-up outlining what it does and why it’s groundbreaking. Select Best Inventions may also appear on the cover of TIME.
TIME cannot make guarantees about external promotion. However, in the past, TIME’s Best Inventions list has received extensive global media coverage. You and/or your company will also have the option to license TIME’s Best Inventions content and seal for use in your own marketing and promotional materials.
All applications must be received and fully completed on or before May 17, 2024 at 11:59:59 p.m. P.T. to be eligible for Early Entry pricing and June 21st, 2024 at 11:59:59 p.m. P.T to be eligible ahead of the Final Entry Deadline.
We will notify applicants on a rolling basis in October 2024, prior to the list publication.
Please send all inquiries to Help.TIMEBestinventions@awards-support.com.
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