Proof of Usefulness Report

1-2-3 Parkplatzfrei

Analysis completed on 2/27/2026

+50
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

1-2-3 Parkplatzfrei is a legitimate, functioning German startup offering parking reservations via app and IoT barriers. External verification confirms ~26,000+ downloads and active operations in cities like Karlsruhe and at airports. However, the submission itself contains significant inaccuracies and hyperbolic claims (e.g., claiming 'most people have used my product' and 'Audience Reach: everyone'). While the technology (smart parking locks) and business model are valid, the poor quality of the submission and false traction claims heavily penalized the score. The revenue figure ('marketcap: 500000') is mislabeled and likely refers to valuation or funding.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+75.0
Audience Reach Impact+20.0
Technical Innovation+65.0
Evidence Of Traction+25.0
Market Timing Relevance+60.0
Functional Completeness+10.0
Subtotal+45.25
Usefulness Multiplierx1.10
Final Score+50

Project Details

Description
Wir schaffen die Parkplatzsuche ab. Mit der 1-2-3 parkplatzfrei App kann schon vor der Fahrt der beste Parkplatz am Zielort reserviert werden. Per App steuerbare IoT-Geräte garantieren einen freien Parkplatz bei der Ankunft. Zudem bieten wir eine Plattform, temporär ungenutzte Firmen- und Privatparkplätze an Kurzeitparker zu vermieten. Der Platz in den Städten wird dadurch nicht nur nachhaltiger genutzt sondern auch der Parksuchverkehr wird stark reduziert. Somit tragen wir zu einem klimafreundlicheren Stadtbild bei.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline