Proof of Usefulness Report

Sudowrite

Analysis completed on 1/24/2026

+372
Proof of Usefulness Score
Certified Problem Solver

Sudowrite is a verified, high-traction AI tool for fiction writers with significant media endorsement (The New Yorker, NYT) and a confirmed team size of ~30. While the project itself scores highly on utility, innovation, and market timing, the submission data was poor (hyperbolic claims of 'everyone' as audience, confusing 'marketcap' for revenue). The score reflects the strong underlying business reality (comparable to or exceeding the HackerNoon benchmark) penalized slightly for the low-quality submission evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+142.5
Audience Reach Impact+25.0
Technical Innovation+63.8
Evidence Of Traction+85.0
Market Timing Relevance+49.0
Functional Completeness+5.0
Subtotal+370.3
Usefulness Multiplierx1.005
Final Score+372

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Write your novel faster with the best AI tool for fiction. Start for free today and see why The New Yorker calls it "a salvation" for writers and why The New York Times, The Verge, and many more love Sudowrite.

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