Proof of Usefulness Report

Botkeeper

Analysis completed on 2/14/2026

+420
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Project is a verified 'Failed Unicorn'. Botkeeper raised ~$90M (Series C) and operated for 11 years with significant B2B utility, but announced its shutdown/insolvency in Feb 2026. The submission is of extremely poor quality (vague claims, 'everyone' as audience), but the underlying project's historical scale and technology warrant a moderate score despite the current business failure.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility187.5 (Weighted x10 scale)
Audience Reach Impact40.0 (Weighted x10 scale)
Technical Innovation120.0 (Weighted x10 scale)
Evidence Of Traction106.25 (Weighted x10 scale)
Market Timing Relevance0.0 (Weighted x10 scale)
Functional Completeness2.5 (Weighted x10 scale)
Subtotal+456.25
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+420

Project Details

Project URL
Description
It's time to experience the ONLY automated bookkeeping solution purpose-built for Accounting Firms. With Botkeeper Infinite, you take direct control of the platform. Its unlimited flexibility, efficiency, and machine learning means it's always ready to work with you, and always getting better. Streamline your processes, improve your accuracy, make more efficient use of your firm's time—you finally have the power to make it all happen. Amazing support with options to add more if you need it. Frictionless, online signup. Bring as few or as many clients as you like onto the platform. Annual or month-to-month agreements give you ultimate flexibility. Need even more support? Add-On Services are available to take your firm's capacity to the limit!

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