Proof of Usefulness Report

Nordstone

Analysis completed on 1/26/2026

+23
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

Nordstone is a verifiable London-based software consultancy established around 2018. However, the submission relies on hyperbolic and demonstrably false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', audience is 'everyone'). External due diligence uncovers significant red flags, including a 2024 Reddit thread alleging scam practices and review manipulation, which severely undermines the credibility of the company's Clutch profile. While the business appears operational, the lack of verifiable metrics, poor response quality, and serious reputational concerns result in a low score.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+36.0
Audience Reach Impact+10.0
Technical Innovation+15.0
Evidence Of Traction+10.0
Market Timing Relevance+50.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+21
Usefulness Multiplierx1.09
Final Score+23

Project Details

Project URL
nordstone.co.uk
Description
Nordstone is a global software consultancy headquartered in London. We are a team of world-class developers, designers, product strategists and growth hackers. Together we have built 100+ products on mobile, web and on the blockchain. \n\n\n\nNordstone’s CEO has a professional background in Banking and several years ago he took the leap of faith and stepped out of the corporate world to launch his first venture - the UK’s first mobile app combating loneliness and scaled the product to 70+ countries. He now leads Nordstone, a global software consultancy, partnering with entrepreneurs and businesses to turn their visions into reality. \n\n\n\nWe are not your ordinary consultancy. Nordstone is built by experienced people who have been on the other side of the table. We treat every project as if it was our own, from startup ventures to enterprise brands.

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