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Brutally honest feedback wanted: Weight loss app that only charges you when you fail to track your food
r/Entrepreneur
5/22/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| GymPact | https://gympact.com/ | Fitness/Health | Penalty-based fitness tracking, paid when goals missed |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Lack of accountability in existing diet apps
- Difficulty maintaining consistent tracking habits
- Feeling guilty about wasted subscriptions
Problems to Solve:
- Creating real consequences for inconsistent tracking
- Making users more accountable for their goals
- Reducing subscription waste
Potential Solutions:
- Financial penalties for missed tracking
- Reward systems for consistent use
- Flexible penalty amounts
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Zero barrier to entry with free initial use
- Leveraging loss aversion psychology
- Creating immediate financial consequences
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Emphasizing accountability and real consequences
- Targeting users who struggle with consistency
Monetization & Product:
- Penalty-based pricing model
- AI + SMS infrastructure for low operational costs
User Engagement:
- Daily SMS tracking reminders
- Streak-based rewards for consistent use