Proof of Usefulness Report

InstaHub

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+46
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

InstaHub is a verifiable early-stage hardware startup addressing a genuine problem (energy waste) with a practical snap-on solution. However, the submission is significantly penalized for containing demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product') and lazy data entry ('marketcap: null'). While external search confirms the company exists with modest funding (~$175k) and a team of ~16, the project is still in the 'minimal traction' phase compared to the calibration scale. The disparity between the project's actual potential and the low-quality submission results in a low final score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+18.75
Audience Reach Impact+4.00
Technical Innovation+9.75
Evidence Of Traction+3.75
Market Timing Relevance+7.50
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+44
Usefulness Multiplierx1.05
Final Score+46

Project Details

Project URL
getinstahub.com
Description
We develop snap-on automation IoT solutions to eliminate energy waste for commercial and residential buildings. Our flagship innovation is a snap-on motion sensor that mechanically flips existing light switches to help building managers automate energy savings and collect building insights over the cloud, without the overhead of replacing existing building infrastructure. Started by talented Wharton/Engineering students, InstaHub is backed by investors, the government, and many colleges/universities. We are looking for eager students who are not afraid to dream big and have a strong interest in sustainability, technology, and social entrepreneurship.

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