Proof of Usefulness Report

inCruises

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+610
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

inCruises is a verified large-scale travel membership company with over $300M in annual revenue and 1M+ cumulative members, significantly outperforming the 'HackerNoon' benchmark. While the submission itself was low-quality with exaggerated claims (e.g., audience 'everyone'), external verification confirms substantial market traction and revenue. The score is heavily buoyed by the 'Evidence of Traction' and 'Audience Reach' metrics, despite penalties for low technical innovation and the controversial nature of its MLM business model.

Ready to Compete for $150k+ in Prizes?

Move this data into a HackerNoon blog draft to become eligible for your share of $150k+ in cash and software prizes

View All Reports

Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.0
Audience Reach Impact+18.0
Technical Innovation+2.25
Evidence Of Traction+24.5
Market Timing Relevance+8.0
Functional Completeness+0.125
Subtotal+64.88
Usefulness Multiplierx0.94
Final Score+610

Project Details

Project URL
incruises.com
Description
inCruises, accessible through their domain incruises.com, is a membership-based travel company that specializes in offering exclusive cruise vacation opportunities. The company operates a unique business model where members can join a subscription plan to earn Cruise Dollars, which can be used to book a wide range of cruise vacations at discounted rates. inCruises aims to make cruising more accessible and affordable for its members by providing a platform that combines travel savings with a community-driven approach. The company also offers a business opportunity for individuals to earn income by promoting and expanding the membership network.

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