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Built my own digital cabin with lo-fi, rain, and zero distractions - now I live there
r/SideProject
7/2/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofigrid | https://lofigrid.saranshh.in | Focus/Relaxation Tool | Plays lo-fi music and ambient sounds (rain, river, fireplace), mix & match capabilities, random background button, individual and global mute controls, mobile-friendly, no account required, no tracking |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Distractions during focus sessions (e.g., ads interrupting deep focus)
- Cluttered interfaces causing lack of concentration
- Need for simple, accessible relaxation tools without sign-ups
Problems to Solve:
- Creating a distraction-free environment for focus/study/relaxation
- Combining multiple ambient sounds seamlessly
- Providing instant access without friction (no accounts)
Potential Solutions:
- Ad-free ambient sound mixing platform
- Minimalist UI with customizable sound controls
- Zero-commitment web app accessible on all devices
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Launching on Product Hunt for visibility
- Building a simple, user-centric product solving a clear pain point
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging Reddit communities (r/SideProject) for feedback and initial users
- Product Hunt launch to reach early adopters
- Encouraging upvotes and social sharing
Monetization & Product:
- Currently free with no monetization mentioned
- Potential for premium features (e.g., more sounds, customization)
- Strong product-market fit indicated by positive user feedback ("new go-to for focus mix")
User Engagement:
- Actively soliciting user feedback and feature ideas (e.g., "rain + cats")
- Responsive interaction with users in comments
- Frictionless onboarding (no account required) encourages trial