Proof of Usefulness Report

Constructor.io

Analysis completed on 1/18/2026

+822
Proof of Usefulness Score
Unicorn Utility

Constructor.io is a verifiable 'Unicorn' ($550M valuation) with exceptional market traction, powering search for major retailers like Sephora and Lego. While the submission input was informal (e.g., claiming 'most people' have used it), external verification confirms massive reach (250B+ interactions) and strong Series B/C funding. The project excels in utility, traction, and innovation, positioning it in the top tier of evaluated projects.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+180
Technical Innovation+135
Evidence Of Traction+300
Market Timing Relevance+95
Functional Completeness+20
Subtotal+967
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+822

Project Details

Project URL
constructor.io
Description
Constructor.io is the only search and product discovery platform tailor-made for enterprise eCommerce where conversions matter. \n\nConstructor's cloud-based solutions use natural language processing, machine learning-enhanced results ranking, and collaborative personalization to deliver powerful user experiences across all facets of product discovery -- from search to browse, recommendations, and autosuggest.\n\nWe optimize revenue before relevance. This has allowed us to generate consistent $10M+ lifts for our customers, which include some of the biggest brands in retail like Sephora, Backcountry, Tommy John, Lego and Bonobos. \n\nConstructor is a U.S.-based company that was founded in 2015 by Eli Finkelshteyn and Dan McCormick.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Consumer Goods, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing
Traction Evidence
most people have used my product

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