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2025-06-16·7
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I'm back for another round of punishment. SaaS Pricing Calculator V.2

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
SaaS Pricing Calculatortools.wearefounders.ukPricing ToolHelps early-stage SaaS founders determine pricing
Supabase-DatabaseStores user data for 30 days
Ghost CMS-Content ManagementManages user subscriptions
ProfitWell-AnalyticsProvides benchmark data
Baremetrics-AnalyticsProvides benchmark data
Pulse for Reddit-AnalyticsSurfaces user feedback
Gentura.ai-AI Content CreationAutonomous agents for content marketing

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Uncertainty about pricing for new SaaS products
  • Lack of benchmark data for pricing decisions
  • Difficulty starting pricing strategy from scratch
  • Need for quick, actionable pricing guidance

Problems to Solve:

  • Determining initial pricing for new SaaS products
  • Finding industry benchmarks and market research
  • Creating pricing pages without prior experience
  • Validating pricing assumptions

Potential Solutions:

  • Providing industry-specific pricing benchmarks
  • Offering quick pricing calculations
  • Implementing preset pricing options
  • Adding export and integration features
  • Enhancing mobile experience

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Rapidly incorporating user feedback
  • Building intuitive user interfaces
  • Implementing data privacy measures

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Leveraging content marketing for awareness
  • Using autonomous AI agents for content creation
  • Building waitlists for upcoming features

Monetization & Product:

  • Offering free tools to attract early users
  • Providing value through benchmark data
  • Enhancing mobile experience for broader reach

User Engagement:

  • Creating sticky features with presets and benchmarks
  • Offering export and integration options
  • Building community through feedback loops
16

How I killed listingbott by JohnRushX in 6 months, overpriced, spammy, and built on fake promises

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
getmorebacklinks.orghttps://getmorebacklinks.orgBacklink Submission ToolVerified directory indexing, smart submission logic, Airtable export, $187 lifetime pricing
listingbott-Backlink Submission ToolScraped directories, fake testimonials, bulk spam submissions
Genturahttps://www.gentura.ai/AI Marketing AgentsGenerates SEO-optimized content, autonomous marketing agents

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Frustration with spammy backlink tools
  • Wasted money on ineffective SEO services
  • Need for verified, indexed backlinks
  • Desire for transparent, honest marketing tools

Problems to Solve:

  • Getting quality backlinks without spam
  • Avoiding fake directories and testimonials
  • Finding affordable, effective SEO solutions
  • Building trust in marketing tools

Potential Solutions:

  • Verified directory indexing
  • Smart submission logic
  • Transparent pricing and results
  • Community-driven validation

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Building in public with transparency
  • Solving real user pain points
  • Validating product through community feedback

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Reddit engagement and community building
  • Public teardowns of competitors
  • Word-of-mouth from frustrated users

Monetization & Product:

  • Lifetime pricing model
  • Focus on quality over quantity
  • Pain-first marketing approach

User Engagement:

  • Open-sourcing directories
  • Providing free resources and support
  • Building through community feedback
11

Moving from my 30.000 User Startup to build a new one

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Revelatushttps://revelatus.vercel.app/Data Analysis/ReportingAI-powered chart creation, data source validation, connects deep research with user files and internet data
Studypdf-EducationAI education platform with 30,000 users
Gentura.ai-AI Marketing AutomationAutonomous AI agents for marketing tasks, AI-driven insights and content marketing

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Time-consuming manual data research and chart creation
  • Lack of data source validation in AI-generated charts
  • Need for faster, more reliable business reporting

Problems to Solve:

  • Automating repetitive intern-level tasks
  • Ensuring data accuracy and traceability
  • Providing actionable insights from data

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-driven data analysis and chart creation
  • Integration of multiple data sources
  • Automated trend and anomaly detection

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Word-of-mouth marketing
  • SEO optimization

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Building a strong community through waitlist and feedback collection
  • Early access and free trial periods

Monetization & Product:

  • Freemium model with free initial access
  • Focus on solving specific pain points for target segments

User Engagement:

  • Active feedback collection and iteration
  • Showcasing specific use cases and workflows
9

You are not your niche

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Genturahttps://www.gentura.ai/AI Content CreationAutomates content creation with AI agents

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Feeling oversaturated in the SaaS-for-SaaS niche
  • Difficulty finding untapped markets
  • Lack of awareness about industries ripe for innovation

Problems to Solve:

  • Identifying new market opportunities
  • Solving real-world problems in underserved industries
  • Creating products that address specific pain points

Potential Solutions:

  • Exploring industries like construction, healthcare, and real estate
  • Talking to people outside tech bubble to understand their challenges
  • Developing AI-powered content creation tools

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Targeting industries in early stages of digital transformation
  • Solving specific pain points not addressed by existing solutions
  • Listening to real-world problems and creating targeted solutions

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • No specific marketing methods mentioned

Monetization & Product:

  • Focus on product-market fit in underserved industries
  • AI-powered content creation as a growth area

User Engagement:

  • Engaging with potential users to understand their needs
  • Building solutions based on real-world feedback
8

What’s your early-stage "startup stack"? (Finance, HR, legal, more!)

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Stripehttps://stripe.comPaymentsPayment processing
Vercelhttps://vercel.comInfrastructureCloud hosting
Brexhttps://brex.comFinanceCorporate cards
Google Sheetshttps://sheets.google.comSpreadsheetsCollaboration
Notionhttps://notion.soProductivityAll-in-one workspace
Gustohttps://gusto.comHR/PayrollPayroll management
Ripplinghttps://rippling.comHR/IT/FinanceAll-in-one platform
QuickBookshttps://quickbooks.intuit.comAccountingBookkeeping
Xerohttps://xero.comAccountingCloud accounting
LegalZoomhttps://legalzoom.comLegalLegal document services
Clerkyhttps://clerk.lyLegalLegal document automation
Bufferhttps://buffer.comSocial MediaPost scheduling
SurferSEOhttps://surferseo.comSEOContent optimization
Pulsehttps://pulseapp.ioSocial ListeningReddit monitoring
Gentura.aihttps://gentura.aiMarketingAI content generation
Olqanhttps://olqan.comHR/FinanceAll-in-one platform

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Getting pulled into too many admin tasks as team grows
  • Need for lean systems to manage operations
  • Overwhelmed by too many features in HR/Finance tools
  • Difficulty with legal and insurance requirements
  • Need for efficient marketing without full team

Problems to Solve:

  • Keeping operations lean while scaling
  • Managing finance, HR, and legal efficiently
  • Balancing product development with business operations
  • Effective marketing on limited resources

Potential Solutions:

  • Using simple tools like Google Sheets and Notion
  • Implementing all-in-one platforms like Rippling
  • Leveraging AI marketing agents for content creation
  • Using specialized tools for specific functions

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Focus 100% on product and sales
  • Keep operations lean with simple tools
  • Use AI for content marketing efficiency

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • AI-generated content for SEO and mentions
  • Social media scheduling and optimization
  • Reddit monitoring for engagement opportunities

Monetization & Product:

  • All-in-one platforms for multiple functions
  • Specialized tools for specific needs
  • Beta testing for new AI marketing solutions

User Engagement:

  • Community building through Reddit engagement
  • Providing value through helpful tool recommendations
  • Encouraging waitlist signups for new features
8

First SAAS is almost live, and I need your feedback

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
BusinessPlanterhttp://www.businessplanter.comMarket Analysis ToolAI-powered local business planning, demographics, real estate, competition analysis, strategic insights

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty determining ideal location for starting a local business
  • Lack of comprehensive market analysis tools
  • Need for competitor intelligence

Problems to Solve:

  • Identifying optimal business locations
  • Assessing market viability
  • Understanding local demographics

Potential Solutions:

  • AI-powered market analysis
  • Competitor data aggregation
  • Strategic business insights

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • SEO optimization for long-tail keywords
  • Video content creation
  • Example case studies

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Reddit outreach bots for lead generation
  • Automated call booking

Monetization & Product:

  • Static pages after API requests
  • Targeting low competition keywords

User Engagement:

  • Visual appeal and cool factor
  • Clear examples and case studies
6

Are people cooking the numbers? Or am I just bad at marketing?

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Gentura.aihttps://gentura.aiAI MarketingAutomated content creation and publishing
ViralGenie-AI Growth Coach24/7 AI coach for growth strategies
Crowdwatch.techhttps://crowdwatch.techLead GenerationFinds warm leads on Reddit and X
Screamingvalue.comhttps://www.screamingvalue.com/Investment AnalysisParses filings and earnings calls

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty getting actual users
  • Struggling with marketing effectiveness
  • Feeling overwhelmed by viral success stories
  • Difficulty converting traffic into paying customers

Problems to Solve:

  • Need better marketing strategies
  • Need to improve product positioning
  • Need to understand customer acquisition channels
  • Need to validate product-market fit

Potential Solutions:

  • Focus on SEO and content marketing
  • Engage with target audience on social platforms
  • Use AI tools for automated marketing
  • Conduct user interviews for feedback

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Consistent content marketing
  • Targeted social media engagement
  • Leveraging existing networks
  • Using AI tools for automation

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Facebook ads
  • SEO optimization
  • Viral content creation
  • Community building through engagement

Monetization & Product:

  • Freemium models
  • Clear value proposition
  • Hyper-specific targeting
  • Continuous product improvement based on feedback

User Engagement:

  • Personalized outreach
  • Community building through social platforms
  • Providing value before asking for payment
  • Building credibility through expertise