Proof of Usefulness Report

Rocksbox

Analysis completed on 1/29/2026

+434
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Rocksbox was a successful jewelry rental subscription service acquired by Signet Jewelers for $14.4M in 2021, demonstrating high historical utility and traction. However, reports indicate the rental service was discontinued around mid-2025, significantly impacting current utility and market timing scores. The submission itself was of very low quality (exaggerated claims like 'everyone', 'most people'), requiring the score to rely heavily on external verification of the brand's past success rather than the provided input. The score reflects a successful exit event ($14M+) but penalized for the subsequent service shutdown and poor submission effort.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+125
Audience Reach Impact+136
Technical Innovation+37.5
Evidence Of Traction+190
Market Timing Relevance+20
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+511
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+434

Project Details

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Description
Rocksbox provides its members with a service to discover and experiment with jewelry without the commitment of buying. We use technology and data science to personalize curation and bring a personal touch to her experience.

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