Proof of Usefulness Report

BackPedal

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+323
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

BackPedal is a verified UK-based startup (backpedal.co) offering GPS tracking and theft recovery services for ebikes. External search confirms significant traction with ~$500k-$1M estimated revenue (TrustMRR), partnerships (Estarli), and positive recovery outcomes (~85% success rate). However, the submission itself was of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('most people have used my product', 'reach: everyone') and minimal detail. The score reflects the strong underlying business fundamentals and market utility, heavily penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+170.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+37.5
Evidence Of Traction+80.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+380
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+323

Project Details

Project URL
Description
BackPedal is theft protection for your ebike using smart tech backed up by a 24/7 theft recovery team. If your ebike gets stolen our dedicated recovery team hunt for it and get it back with an unbeatable 100% refund lifetime guarantee.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
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