We believe in your success.
And it shows in our pricing model.
More time for what really matters
We take over the end-to-end application management
We only loop you in when necessary, so you can focus on your core business
90% Success Rate
We are backed by 250+ successful applications
We are fluent in bureaucracy
10%
only if funded
- otherwise €0
End-to-end application management
Unrestricted access to Coup platform
Unlimited team members
Unlimited funding applications
Direct access to expert team
Why CFOs love to get Couped
We know that your time is best invested in your core business, instead of complicated paper work. We have developed a solution that enables you to do just that. Compared to other providers, and the traditional “pen and paper” method, Coup saves you valuable time.
Application speed
3x speed
We submit your application within 4-5 weeks. Three times faster than doing it yourself.
Return on investment
9x ROI
If you receive €100,000 in funding, our share is 10%, giving you a 9x ROI.
Success rate
90%
We believe in maximum transparency: 90% of the applications we submit are approved. A 100% success rate often requires rejecting borderline (but potentially successful) cases to artificially inflate the statistic. We aim to secure success for every application possible.
Full ownership
We handle the risk as your success is ours, and we have genuine skin in the game.
Payout maximisation
We actively leverage your outcome and ensure you secure the highest possible ROI.
ReCoup promise
If your payout is denied, we fully refund your initial deposit.
Compare and see for yourself
See at a glance what services Coup offers compared to a competitor or submitting your application yourself. Instantly see how much time, effort, and security you gain with Coup.
End-to-end application management
Coup
Full coverage
We handle the process entirely
Our in-house experts write all application documents for you, and only loop you in when necessary
Competitors
Partial support
Often little or no guidance when critical questions are being asked about your application
You are heavily involved in drafting the technical narrative
DIY
Zero guidance
100% internal responsibility and effort
Direct communication with funding authorities
Coup
Full take over
No buraucratic burden for you
We communicate with the BSZF on your behalf
Competitors
Limited support
You need to create and manage your BSFZ account and submit the application yourself
DIY
Bureaucratic burden
100% internal responsibility and effort
Data collection
Coup
AI supported
Competitors
Manual
DIY
Manual
R&D consulting
Coup
Unlimited
Combined 20+ years deep expertise focused solely on R&D tax credits
Direct contact to your personal expert consultant during the funding application process and beyond
Competitors
Limited
Limited support
Focussed on self-services mainly
DIY
Expertise gap
You risk a time-consuming trial-and-error process that delays your outcome and increases the chance of rejection
Digital platform
Coup
Full access
Unrestricted access to our entire toolset (funding application, time and cost tracking), includes unlimited team members, unlimited funding applications, and direct messaging with our expert consultants
Competitors
Limited scope
Digital tools are focussed on self-service or competitors only offer pure consulting, but no digital tools
DIY
Pen & paper
Your employees using basic tools (spreadsheets, email, paper)
Initial deposit
Coup
Refundable
Monthly fee of €99, €249 or €499 will be offset against the final invoice a nd fully refunded if not successful
Competitors
Non-refundable
Usually no deposit, but fixed fee, which is non-refundable
DIY
Hidden cost
Appears free, but carries heavy hidden costs tied to non-core activities
One-time cost
Coup
Success-based
10% sucess fee only after payout
Competitors
Fixed fee + success-based fee
Fixed fee right from the start plus 7-10% success fee
DIY
Total loss of payout
Unsuccessful applications mean losing the entire payout
Payment trigger
Coup
After project evaluation
Monthly deposit is due only when platform access is granted, following our successful application assessment
Success fee becomes due only upon funding payout
If payout is denied, we reimburse the monthly deposit
Competitors
Upfront
Fixed fee becomes due upfront or with submission of application
No guarantee for approval of application
DIY
Immediate cost
Internal costs appear immediately with the first hour spent researching requirements
Success fee
10%
of your final payout
...includes a monthly fee, that counts towards your success fee
small
€99
/ month
If next expected payout is < €60.000
medium
€249
/ month
If next payout is between €60.000 and €120.000
large
€499
/ month
If next expected payout is > €120.000
What a monthly fee?
To cover ongoing work, we charge a monthly fee based on your expected funding volume. Monthly fees count towards the 10% success fee and are fully refunded if the funding application fails.
Consulting that rolls up its sleeves
Let us guide you step by step. We don’t just advise – we actively work alongside you to ensure your application is successfully submitted. That way, you can fully focus on growth and innovation.
Used and trusted by over 200 companies
Frequently asked questions
Why is there a monthly fee?
The monthly fee covers access to our platform and the dedicated work of our R&D consultants. It’s our shared starting point for the project, and it’s fully credited to your final invoice once funding is successful. If your application doesn’t go through, you’ll get all the monthly fees back.
What happens if the funding is smaller than expected?
We always calculate the 10% success fee based on the actual amount of funding you receive. That means your total costs adjust to the real funding that’s paid out, not on estimates.
Are the any hidden costs?
None at all. Our pricing is 100% transparent. You pay the monthly fee and the success fee at payout. There are no surprise charges or hidden extras.
How is the monthly fee determined?
The monthly fee amount (€99, €249, €499) is determined by the expected funding amount of your project. We analyse your project in a brief conversation and assess which category fits best. The paid monthly fees will then be fully credited upon successful funding.
Why should I hire you and not try it myself?
Skip the bureaucracy and secure your funding. We handle the complex application process, increase your success rate to up to 90%, and save you time so you can focus fully on your business.
Isn't 10% of the funding amount too expensive
We provide added value that far exceeds the costs. Our average funding amount is 130% higher than the average funding amount achieved without professional support. This additional amount makes the 10% success fee a worthwhile investment that pays off more than abundantly.
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In your first call, you’ll learn:
Get insights into Forschungszulage
Understand our services
Get an estimate on how much you can earn
Find out about other funding opportunities
Know more about our success fee and ReCoup promise