Regular idea test
The usual risky path
- 2+ months of development
- $1,500+ rough spend
- Unpredictable launch
- Infinite marketing budget
- Build first, learn later
Stop guessing. Start knowing.
Samplence tears your startup idea apart in 15 minutes -
before you spend 3 months and $1,500 finding out it won't work.
Validate your startup idea in 10 minutes - before you waste 3 months building it, and figure out how to improve it
Samplence gives you a blunt critique before you build. Use it to validate the idea, expose weak spots, and figure out how to improve it before you commit.
The validation tool that actually understands mobile appsBuilding blind vs
building informed
Most founders find out their idea doesn't work after they've built it. This is the cheaper way to find out first.
The cost of being wrong
What's really at stake
- 3 months you won't get back
- Savings on the wrong bet
- Team trust lost after a failed launch
- The idea you didn't build instead
- Not knowing until it's too late
With Samplence
The informed path
- 15 minutes of research
- $3-5 rough spend
- Launch insights before day one
- $0 wasted on wrong direction
- Know before you build
Built for anyone with an idea
$3 now or $1,500 later - either way, you'll learn the truth about your idea. One just hurts a lot less.
You build alone. You can't afford to build the wrong thing.
Two months of nights and weekends is too much to waste on an idea that was never going to work. Get a read on market, App Store risk, and monetization before the first commit.
What you get:
- App Store risk audit
- Monetization ceiling
- Dev complexity flags
- Recommended rate: Solo - $9
What sets us apart
Samplence is an AI research tool built specifically for mobile apps. It finds the flaws in your idea - App Store risks, retention traps, monetization ceilings - before you write a single line of code.
Built for mobile, not adapted for it
Other validators check if your idea is viable. Samplence checks if your app can survive the App Store, the retention wall, and the monetization ceiling - because those are the things that actually kill mobile products.
The case stays open after the report
Most tools give you one report and close. Samplence keeps the case open - you can test a pivot, validate a new feature, or stress-test the monetization model in the same workspace, with the full context still in play.
A verdict, not a score
Getting a 7/10 out of 100 does not tell you what to do next. Getting 'TEST CHEAP - here's why and here's what to fix first' does. Samplence gives you a command, not a number.
It tells you what to fix, not just what's broken
Every risk Samplence surfaces comes with a direct chat to test, what to ask, what to fix next. The report is not the end of the conversation - it is the start of a better one.
The full picture, not a report
The first research pass covers the ground floor: fatal flaws, market size, and top competitors. It's enough to decide whether the idea is worth pursuing. The follow-up questions go further - into the rooms most ideas die in: monetization ceilings, App Store policies, development traps, and distribution realities.
Download example PDFMobile app validation
Verdict: test cheap
Confidence
72%
Why this verdict
The pain is real, but the first wedge is too broad. Prove urgency, retention, and willingness to pay before an MVP build.
Market pullASO riskPricing gap
Fatal risks
- Category already crowded
- Weak repeat-use loop
- Paid demand still unproven
Next proof
Run a paid waitlist + ASO demand test before writing production code.
How Samplence works
No setup, no consultant, no waiting weeks for a report. Describe the idea, answer a few questions,
get a verdict - in the time it takes to finish a coffee.
Drop your idea in any shape
Tell us what you're building, who it's for, and what problem it solves. No deck, no structure needed - just write it like you'd explain it to a friend.
Answer a few sharp questionsLaunch research when you're ready
We ask about the user, the problem, monetization, competitors, and retention — the things that usually make or break an app.When the case is solid, the assistant points you to the Start button — you decide when to go.
Get a brutal honest report
In 10-15 minutes you'll see what could kill your idea, who your real competitors are, and what to fix before you build.
Iterate or move on
Tell us what you're building, who it's for, and what problem it solves. No deck, no structure needed - just write it like you'd explain it to a friend.
Pricing
Individual
Pay-as-you-go
$ 10
One full research run. For a one-time check of the idea.
Features:
- 3 AI Startup Validations
- Full Market Analysis (TAM SAM SOM)
- Competitor Map & Landscape
- Viability Score + Risk Flags
- PDF Export - investor ready
Builder
Most Popular
$ 18
3 studies + unlimited iterations. For active builders.
Features:
- 10 Startup Validations
- Deep Market Analysis + Competitors
- GO / NO-GO Decision Report
- ICP Persona + Positioning Strategy
- Failure Risk Analysis
- Brand Strategy + Visual Identity
- Pricing Strategy Preview
Professional
1200 Credits
$ 49
Covers the full validation cycle - from rough idea to structured report.
Features
- 25 Validations + 2 Market Analyses
- 2 Full Business Plans (investor ready)
- Brand Strategy + AI Visual Identity
- GTM Strategy + Landing Messaging
- Fatal flaw detection
- MVP Roadmap + Pricing Strategy
FAQFrequently Asked
Questions
What exactly do I get in the report?
A structured breakdown of your idea: market size, competitor landscape, key risks, App Store viability, monetization potential, and specific recommendations on what to improve or validate next.
How much does it cost exactly?
Start with the first report, then go deeper only when the idea earns the next question.
What if the research fails or the result is poor?
That is useful signal. The goal is to catch weak ideas before they become expensive builds.
Can I improve my idea after the report?
Yes. Iterate inside the same case and use follow-up questions to close the biggest gaps.
Can I share the report with my team or investors?
Yes. Export the report or share the summary once it is ready.
Is the first report enough?
It is enough for a first go/no-go read. Follow-up questions are for deeper launch decisions.
How do I know which follow-up questions to ask?
The report points to the rooms where the idea is most likely to break.