Proof of Usefulness Report

Ape the Label

Analysis completed on 2/7/2026

+183
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Ape the Label is a verifiable Australian fashion brand specializing in bleach-proof salon wear (aprons/clothing). While the business exists and solves a genuine niche problem (Real-World Utility), the project submission contains significant hyperbole ('everyone' reach, 'most people' usage) and inaccuracies regarding team size and market cap. Verified traction indicates a small boutique operation (<50k users, estimated <$100k revenue) rather than the global scale claimed. The score reflects the legitimate but small-scale nature of the business, penalized heavily for poor data quality and false reach claims.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+87.5
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+7.5
Evidence Of Traction+62.5
Market Timing Relevance+40.0
Functional Completeness+0.0
Subtotal+207.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.88
Final Score+183

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Ape the Label is a company based out of Perth, Western Australia, Australia.

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