Proof of Usefulness Report

Plonts

Analysis completed on 2/4/2026

+332
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Plonts is a verified high-potential biotechnology startup using fermentation to create plant-based cheese, backed by $12M in seed funding (Lowercarbon Capital). While the project has significant technical innovation and market timing (addressing climate impact), the submission itself was of extremely low quality, containing false claims about audience reach ('everyone') and traction ('most people have used'). The score reflects the strong underlying reality of the business (verified via search) balanced against the poor submission quality and early pilot-stage commercial traction.

Ready to Compete for $150k+ in Prizes?

Move this data into a HackerNoon blog draft to become eligible for your share of $150k+ in cash and software prizes

View All Reports

Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+48.0
Audience Reach Impact+5.0
Technical Innovation+59.5
Evidence Of Traction+30.0
Market Timing Relevance+48.0
Functional Completeness+10.0
Subtotal+34.73
Usefulness Multiplierx0.96
Final Score+332

Project Details

Project URL

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