Proof of Usefulness Report

Smalls

Analysis completed on 1/30/2026

+630
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

Smalls is a highly successful, venture-backed (Series B) direct-to-consumer cat food brand with estimated annual revenues exceeding $20M and over 100,000 customers. However, the project submission itself is of extremely low quality, containing false claims ('everyone', 'most people have used my product') and missing data. While the verifiable entity is a market leader with high utility and traction, the score is penalized by the lack of credible evidence provided in the submission text.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+230
Audience Reach Impact+108
Technical Innovation+90
Evidence Of Traction+142.5
Market Timing Relevance+90
Functional Completeness+2.5
Subtotal+663
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+630

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Smalls is homemade food for cats that's prepared with 100% human grade ingredients and leaves the fillers, mystery ingredients and 25 year shelf lives of traditional pet \"food\" behind. We create a customized meal plan for your cats based on their age, weight, and body type and get you on your way with freshly prepared food delivered to your door.

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