Proof of Usefulness Report

PhantomBuster

Analysis completed on 1/27/2026

+646
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

PhantomBuster is a highly established SaaS platform in the data extraction and growth hacking space, with verifiable traction exceeding $5M+ ARR and over 100,000 users. While the project itself demonstrates exceptional Real-World Utility and Traction, the submission quality was extremely poor (vague claims like 'most people have used my product'). The score reflects the project's high verified value and market presence, penalized slightly for the lack of credible evidence provided directly in the application.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+225.0
Audience Reach Impact+128.0
Technical Innovation+120.0
Evidence Of Traction+157.5
Market Timing Relevance+85.0
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+718
Usefulness Multiplierx0.9
Final Score+646

Project Details

Project URL
phantombuster.com
Description
PhantomBuster is a technology company that specializes in providing data extraction and automation tools for businesses and individuals. Through their platform, users can automate tasks on the web, such as scraping data from websites, automating social media actions, and integrating with various web services without the need for extensive programming knowledge. PhantomBuster's tools are designed to help users save time and enhance productivity by automating repetitive online tasks, enabling them to focus on more strategic activities. The company is known for its user-friendly interface and robust capabilities in web automation and data extraction.

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