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I built a platform to help UAE shoppers track and compare prices | Maafloos
r/SideProject
6/15/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maafloos | https://maafloos.com | Price Comparison | Real-time price tracking, smart alerts, clean UI, free access |
| Amazon.ae | http://Amazon.ae | E-commerce | Major UAE retailer integrated into Maafloos |
| Noon | - | E-commerce | Major UAE retailer integrated into Maafloos |
| Carrefour | - | E-commerce | Major UAE retailer integrated into Maafloos |
| Lulu | - | E-commerce | Major UAE retailer integrated into Maafloos |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Manual price checking across multiple UAE e-commerce sites
- Lack of price tracking tools for UAE market
- Difficulty finding best deals on electronics
Problems to Solve:
- Automating price comparison across multiple UAE retailers
- Getting real-time price drop notifications
- Simplifying the shopping process
Potential Solutions:
- Real-time price tracking and comparison platform
- Smart alert system for price drops
- Clean, fast user interface for easy navigation
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building a solution for a specific regional market need
- Starting with a personal pain point and scaling to broader audience
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing on relevant subreddits and communities
- Encouraging user feedback for continuous improvement
Monetization & Product:
- Free access model to attract initial users
- Potential future monetization through premium features or partnerships
User Engagement:
- Active community building through feedback requests
- Regular updates based on user input