Proof of Usefulness Report

Cogo

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+165
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

The submission describes 'Cogo', a shared mobility aggregator (cogoapp.io), but incorrectly categorizes the business type as 'Carbon footprint management' (likely confusing it with cogo.co). While the project achieved significant historical traction (~1M users, 300+ operators), the company filed for bankruptcy in 2024 and was acquired for assets. The submission quality is extremely poor, featuring hyperbolic falsehoods ('most people have used my product') and missing data. The score reflects the project's utility and past traction, heavily penalized for business failure (bankruptcy) and the low credibility of the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+50
Quality Factor Utility+0
Audience Reach Impact+40
Quality Factor Reach+0
Technical Innovation+30
Quality Factor Innovation+1
Evidence Of Traction+20
Quality Factor Traction+0
Market Timing Relevance+30
Quality Factor Timing+1
Functional Completeness+0
Quality Factor Response+0
Subtotal+20
Usefulness Multiplierx0.81
Final Score+164

Project Details

Project URL
cogoapp.io
Description
Cogo is a company that focuses on providing innovative solutions for sustainable transportation. Through their platform, accessible via the domain cogoapp.io, Cogo offers a comprehensive app that aggregates shared mobility options, such as bikes, scooters, and cars, from various providers into a single, easy-to-use interface. This allows users to find, compare, and choose the most efficient and eco-friendly transportation options available in their area. Cogo aims to promote sustainable urban mobility and reduce carbon footprints by encouraging the use of shared and environmentally friendly transportation methods.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Climatetech, Leadership, Developer Tools
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

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