> Techstars contributes $20,000, which is commonly used as a stipend to support living expenses during the program, and in return receives 6% common stock from each company.

I was considering Techstars, but the deal looks kind of unappealing, especially compared to YC.

I mean, yes, they give you access to their network and "300k$ of cash equivalent hosting, accounting and, legal support", but I suppose you also get that at YC plus 120k more in cash.