Proof of Usefulness Report

Fraîche

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+628
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Fraîche is a verified smart-fridge business based in NYC that was acquired by CookUnity in May 2025. Despite the low-quality submission (which contained false claims like 'everyone' and lazy fields), external validation confirms significant traction: 10,000+ users, 500k+ meals served, and a successful exit to a company with $600M+ ARR. The project demonstrates high real-world utility and market timing in the return-to-office sector, though the submission itself failed to document this effectively.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+212.5
Audience Reach Impact+50.0
Technical Innovation+67.5
Evidence Of Traction+270.0
Market Timing Relevance+80.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+682.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+628

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Fraîche is a farm-to-office solution that turns workplaces into healthy hives. Show your teams that your company cares with an auto-stocking smart fridge that makes it effortless for them to enjoy NYC’s favorite foods 24/7 — just steps from their desks!

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