Proof of Usefulness Report

Marvin

Analysis completed on 1/25/2026

+179
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Marvin (heymarvin.com) is a legitimate, recognized B2B user research platform with strong real-world utility and VC backing. However, the project submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone') and inaccurate data (Team size: 4 vs real estimate of 11-50). While the technology and market timing are strong, the score is heavily penalized by the lack of verifiable traction evidence in the submission and the hyperbolic, unverifiable responses.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+85.0
Audience Reach Impact+16.0
Technical Innovation+45.0
Evidence Of Traction+20.0
Market Timing Relevance+32.0
Functional Completeness+1.0
Subtotal+199
Usefulness Multiplierx0.90
Final Score+179

Project Details

Project URL
heymarvin.com
Description
Marvin is a qualitative user research platform for research, product, design and consulting teams across the globe. We make it super-simple to conduct, organize, share and analyze user interviews. We automate the tedious aspects of qualitative research so product teams are free to uncover rich insights about what your customers really need.\n\nEvery product enhancement and capability comes directly from listening to the people who use Marvin every day. We wake up every day to make everyone, no matter their role, fall in love with the research process. \n\nBacked some of the most cutting-edge investors in Silicon Valley. We’re well funded and ready to invest aggressively in growth.

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