Proof of Usefulness Report

Tourplus

Analysis completed on 1/31/2026

+205
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Tourplus is a verified Malaysia-based travel startup (founded 2014/2015) with over $1.5M in funding and measurable revenue (~RM 100k/mo in 2019). The platform connects travelers with local guides and has a verifiable app presence (Tourplus Provider/App). However, the submission's claim of 'everyone' reach and 'most people have used my product' is factually incorrect and exaggerated, significantly lowering the Response Quality and Audience Reach scores. While the project has legitimate traction (Seed funding, verified partnerships), it remains a regional player in SEA with a user base likely in the 10k-50k range, placing it in the 'Small but promising' category relative to established global brands.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+75.0
Audience Reach Impact+25.6
Technical Innovation+30.0
Evidence Of Traction+55.0
Market Timing Relevance+28.0
Functional Completeness+2.0
Subtotal+215.6
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+205

Project Details

Project URL
Description
Tourplus connects local guides with travellers in a secure and convenient way, allowing them to plan their holiday without worrying about security, language barrier, and local knowledge. \n\nWe help travellers connect directly to a local guide by booking through website and mobile app and helps local guide to earn income using mobile app to ease on managing tour. Our products include different day tours, airport transfers, customized tours, and ticketing for attraction points.

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