Proof of Usefulness Report

ZIBRIO

Analysis completed on 2/2/2026

+231
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

ZIBRIO represents a legitimate health-tech product with high real-world utility for fall prevention in older adults. However, the submission itself is poor, containing hyperbolic claims ('most people have used my product') and missing financial data. While the technology and problem-solution fit are strong (backed by external verification of Zibrio's CES awards and NIH funding), the PoU score is penalized significantly due to the inaccuracy of the reach claims and the low quality of the provided evidence. The score reflects a 'Small but promising' venture comparable to the lower end of established scale due to its niche hardware nature.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+28.13
Audience Reach Impact+2.00
Technical Innovation+12.00
Evidence Of Traction+10.00
Market Timing Relevance+8.50
Functional Completeness+0.25
Subtotal+60.88
Usefulness Multiplierx0.95
Final Score+231

Project Details

Project URL
Description
The ZIBRIO SmartScale is a complete balance and fall prevention solution. It is a connected scale that measures and tracks your balance and creates a personalized performance/prevention plan for changing outcomes. \n\nThe performance plan uses tracked information and the user’s Balance Profile to identify positive and negative contributors to your balance, simplifies the recommendations and coaches you through them. \n\nWhether users are looking for an edge in their performance or in their health, ZIBRIO provides insights that otherwise would be unknown. \n\nThe ZIBRIO SmartScale is especially relevant for older adults as falling down is the leading cause of accidental death and results in $50 Billion/yr in medical costs. In clinical markets, The ZIBRIO Pro Scale will allow physicians to identify patients at risk for falling and physical therapists to monitor balance rehabilitation for improved care.

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