The Overall Score
Your validation score is a weighted average of all four pillars, giving you a quick snapshot of your idea's viability. Here's what different score ranges typically indicate:
Remember: A lower score doesn't mean your idea is bad - it means there are specific areas you can improve before launching.
The Four Pillars
This pillar evaluates the intellectual property landscape around your idea. It considers:
- Existing patents that might conflict with your concept
- Trademark considerations for your brand
- Trade secret potential
- Freedom to operate in your target market
High score: Few IP conflicts, strong potential for protection
Low score: Crowded IP space, potential infringement risks
This evaluates the market opportunity for your idea, including:
- Total addressable market (TAM) in India
- Market growth trends
- Timing - is the market ready?
- Customer willingness to pay
High score: Large, growing market with proven demand
Low score: Small or declining market, unclear demand
This analyzes your competitive landscape:
- Direct competitors (Indian and global)
- Indirect alternatives customers might choose
- Competitive advantages and moats
- Market concentration and barriers to entry
High score: Clear differentiation, defensible position
Low score: Crowded market, unclear differentiation
This assesses how practically achievable your idea is:
- Technical complexity
- Resource requirements (team, capital)
- Regulatory considerations in India
- Go-to-market challenges
High score: Achievable with reasonable resources
Low score: High complexity, significant barriers
Focus on improving your lowest-scoring pillar first. A single weak pillar can significantly impact your overall score and represents your biggest risk area.
Acting on Your Report
Your report isn't just a score - it's a roadmap. Here's how to use it:
- Read the detailed feedback for each pillar, not just the scores
- Identify actionable improvements mentioned in the analysis
- Research competitors listed in your competition analysis
- Consider the risks highlighted and how you might mitigate them
- Iterate and re-validate after making changes to your concept
Exporting Your Report
Premium users can export their validation reports as:
- PDF Report: Professional document for sharing with co-founders or mentors
- PRD (Product Requirements Document): Use this as a starting point for development
- Security Audit: Technical security considerations for your product
Find the export options by tapping the share icon on your validation result screen.