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Built my own habit tracker android app because I was sick of ads and subscriptions
r/SideProject
5/31/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Developer | https://developer.android.com/ | Developer Platform | Provides tools for Android app development |
| Expo | https://expo.dev/ | Mobile Development Framework | Enables React Native app development |
| React Native | https://reactnative.dev/ | Cross-Platform Framework | Allows building mobile apps using JavaScript |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Frustration with ad-heavy and subscription-based habit tracking apps
- Annoyance at paying for basic features like tracking multiple habits
- Dislike of apps holding user data hostage
Problems to Solve:
- Need for a free, ad-free habit tracking solution
- Desire for unlimited habit tracking without premium features
- Requirement for data export/import functionality
Potential Solutions:
- Building a simple, free habit tracking app
- Providing unlimited habit tracking as standard feature
- Allowing local data storage and export
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building a simple, focused product that solves a specific problem
- Providing a free, ad-free alternative to existing paid solutions
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing on Reddit communities to reach target audience
- Leveraging word-of-mouth and community recommendations
Monetization & Product:
- Offering a completely free product with no monetization plans
- Focusing on core functionality rather than premium features
User Engagement:
- Building a clean, user-friendly interface
- Providing local data storage and export functionality