Proof of Usefulness Report

RefillBot

Analysis completed on 2/11/2026

+58
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

RefillBot is a verified early-stage IoT startup based in India, focusing on remote monitoring for water purifiers (B2B/OEM). External validation confirms deployment in ~100 villages and seed funding (~$32k). However, the submission quality is abysmal, featuring hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product', 'audience: everyone') and confusing financial metrics. While the real-world utility for water safety is high, the score is significantly constrained by the project's early traction stage (<50k indirect users) and the inaccuracy of the provided data.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+22.5
Audience Reach Impact+4.2
Technical Innovation+9.0
Evidence Of Traction+7.0
Market Timing Relevance+7.5
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+50.45
Usefulness Multiplierx1.15
Final Score+58

Project Details

Project URL
Description
RefillBot provides an integrated IoT platform for OEMs with built-in sim, hardware, software and payment processing capabilities. Helps OEM convert their devices into "Smart" with a simple plug-n-play kit.

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