Proof of Usefulness Report

dscout

Analysis completed on 1/19/2026

+475
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

dscout is a highly established Series C SaaS platform with significant revenue ($50M+ est.) and a large workforce (127-280 verified). The project demonstrates exceptional Real-World Utility and Traction in the UX research market. However, the submission quality was extremely poor, containing false claims ('most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone') and a mismatched name ('FrostForge'). The final score is heavily penalized due to these low-quality response factors, despite the underlying business fundamentals justifying a much higher tier (600+).

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85
Audience Reach Impact+51
Technical Innovation+80
Evidence Of Traction+76
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+10
Subtotal+432
Usefulness Multiplierx1.1
Final Score+475

Project Details

Project URL
dscout.com
Description
hi, we're dscout! at dscout, we help companies better understand the experiences people have with their products and brands in everyday life. Our SaaS video research platform helps our customers gather, manage, share and analyze millions of in-context moments submitted by people around the world. \nWe have a remote first setup and highly encourage remote work, but we also have an office along the Chicago Riverwalk for any teammates interested in the space.
Audience Reach
everyone
Target Users
everyone
Technologies
Cloud Computing, Space Technology, Saas
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