Proof of Usefulness Report

Gathar

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+72
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Gathar is a verified, operating private chef and catering platform in Australia and the US with meaningful traction ($1.6M+ funding, 70,000+ meals served, Curtis Stone partnership). However, the project submission was of extremely low quality, providing no data and making false or vague claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'audience reach: everyone'). While the Real-World Utility and verifyable Traction are strong, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of direct evidence in the submission and the realistic niche scale of the user base (<50k active hosts).

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+21.25
Audience Reach Impact+5.0
Technical Innovation+8.25
Evidence Of Traction+20.0
Market Timing Relevance+8.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+62.75
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+72

Project Details

Project URL
gathar.com.au
Description
Gathar is an innovative Australian company that specializes in providing unique dining experiences by connecting customers with professional chefs and caterers. Through their platform, Gathar allows individuals to host private dining events in the comfort of their own homes or chosen venues, offering a wide range of cuisines and personalized menus. The company aims to make hosting events seamless and memorable by handling all aspects of the dining experience, from menu planning to preparation and service. Gathar's mission is to bring people together over great food, making it easy for anyone to enjoy a restaurant-quality meal in a private setting.

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