Proof of Usefulness Report

OpenPhone

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+601
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

OpenPhone (recently rebranded as Quo) is a highly successful Series B/C stage company with over 100,000 customers and significant funding ($160M+). The project has exceptional real-world utility and verified traction. However, the submission itself was of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('most people have used my product') and lacking specific metrics. The score reflects the massive verifiable success of the business, heavily penalized by the poor quality of the input data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+23.75
Audience Reach Impact+8.5
Technical Innovation+12.0
Evidence Of Traction+11.88
Market Timing Relevance+9.0
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+653.8
Usefulness Multiplierx0.92
Final Score+601

Project Details

Project URL
openphone.com
Description
OpenPhone is a modern business phone system designed to streamline communication for startups, small businesses, and remote teams. By integrating with existing tools and offering features like call forwarding, voicemail transcription, and team collaboration, OpenPhone provides a flexible and efficient communication solution. The platform is accessible via mobile and desktop apps, allowing users to manage calls and messages from anywhere. With a focus on simplicity and functionality, OpenPhone aims to enhance productivity and connectivity for businesses of all sizes.

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