Proof of Usefulness Report

HearLabs

Analysis completed on 3/20/2026

+35.15

Proof of Usefulness Score

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HearLabs addresses a real-world accessibility need with patented audio technology and a defined initial product (AMP'd). However, the submission contains severe red flags, including highly exaggerated traction claims ('most people have used my product') and vague audience definitions ('everyone'). The discrepancy between a 30-person team, an unverified $500k market cap, and zero verifiable users places this firmly in the minimal traction category.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+20.00

Audience Reach Impact+0.00

Technical Innovation+11.25

Evidence Of Traction-2.50

Market Timing Relevance+8.00

Functional Completeness+0.25

Subtotal+37

Usefulness Multiplierx0.95

Final Score+35

Project Details

Project URL

hearlabs.com

Description

HearLabs has developed a revolutionary audio processor platform that helps people hear better. We use patented algorithms and a proprietary processor to separate the sounds that you want to hear from everything else in real time and provide an upgraded hearing experience. Our first product is AMP’d, an audio device for TV’s that makes dialog louder and more intelligible while lowering overall volume. We are developing a new class of wearables, headphones, earbuds and hearing aids that will set new performance standards in a direct to customer model. HearLabs is patented in the US, Canada, China and the EU, and has over 20 new patents in the works. We intend to build the world’s largest soundset database to drive our machine learning algorithms.

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