Proof of Usefulness Report

Nani Plugin

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+34
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Nani Plugin is a verifiable, niche audio distortion VST (Virtual Studio Technology) known for its anime-themed, interactive UI. Despite the submission categorizing it as 'Video Creation', it is strictly a music production tool. The project has achieved viral traction within the beat-making community (YouTube reviews, social media mentions) and has been active since 2021. However, the PoU score is significantly penalized due to the low-quality submission, which includes false claims of 'everyone' reach and 'most people' usage, lack of specific revenue/user metrics, and industry miscategorization.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+40.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+20.0
Evidence Of Traction+30.0
Market Timing Relevance+70.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+30.25
Usefulness Multiplierx1.12
Final Score+34

Project Details

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Description
Nani Pluginis in the Video Creation Tools Industry

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