Proof of Usefulness Report

Discogs

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+830
Proof of Usefulness Score
Unicorn Utility

Discogs is the undisputed global leader in physical music cataloging and marketplaces, generating estimated annual revenue of ~$275M (2024) and facilitating over 100 million items cataloged annually. While the specific submission contained inaccuracies (e.g., launch date 1987 vs actual 2000, hyperbolic 'most people' claim), the underlying project possesses 'Unicorn' level utility and verified traction. The score reflects the massive real-world scale and dominance of the platform, slightly penalized by the low quality of the submission data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+237
Audience Reach Impact+200
Technical Innovation+120
Evidence Of Traction+250
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+5
Subtotal+902
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+830

Project Details

Project URL
discogs.com
Description
Discogs is an online database and marketplace dedicated to music enthusiasts, collectors, and professionals. Founded in 2000, the platform allows users to catalog their music collections, contribute to a comprehensive database of music releases, and buy or sell records, CDs, and other music-related items. Discogs is renowned for its extensive and detailed discography information, covering a wide range of music genres and formats. The community-driven nature of the site ensures that it remains one of the most authoritative sources for music discographies and a vibrant marketplace for vinyl and other music collectibles.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Music, Social Media, Entertainment
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