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My SaaS just reached $2,500 MRR! 🎉 Here's the exact path I took from 0 to 5,000 users:
r/indiehackers
8/15/2025
Content Summary
The post details the journey of a SaaS product called BigIdeasDB, which reached $2,500 MRR and 5,000 users in 8 months. The author shared strategies such as idea validation through Reddit surveys, consistent content posting on X and Reddit, and leveraging the Build in Public movement. They also used a dual pricing model (lifetime deal and monthly subscription) to increase revenue. The post emphasizes the importance of community engagement, user feedback, and iterative product development.
Opinion Analysis
Mainstream opinion: Most commenters praised the author's transparency and practical advice, especially around idea validation, content marketing, and community engagement. Some users expressed interest in the product and thanked the author for sharing their journey. A few users provided constructive feedback or asked for more details about specific tools used.
Controversial opinion: One user accused the author of being a scammer who copied another post, raising concerns about the authenticity of the claims. This sparked a debate about trust and credibility in the indie hacker community.
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| BigIdeasDB | http://bigideasdb.com | Idea Management | User feedback-driven, includes App Store reviews, G2 analysis, and Upwork job data |
| https://www.reddit.com | Community Platform | Used for idea validation, community engagement, and product launch | |
| X (Twitter) | https://twitter.com | Social Media | Used for Build in Public strategy and growing followers |
| Product Hunt | - | Product Discovery | Mentioned as a potential platform for launching the app |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Users were tired of building products nobody wanted
- Lack of validated market research before product development
- Difficulty in acquiring early users and generating traction
Problems to Solve:
- How to validate an idea before building a product
- How to grow a user base without relying on traditional marketing
- How to effectively engage with communities to drive growth
Potential Solutions:
- Using surveys and community engagement to validate ideas
- Posting regularly on platforms like Reddit and X to build awareness
- Offering both lifetime and monthly pricing models to attract different types of users
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Idea validation through surveys and community feedback
- Consistent content posting on X and Reddit to build visibility
- Leveraging the Build in Public movement to share progress and gain traction
- Focusing on community engagement to sustain user growth
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Sharing journey updates and lessons learned on social media
- Posting in relevant subreddits like r/indiehackers and r/SaaS
- Using Twitter to grow a following and generate interest
Monetization & Product:
- Dual pricing model (lifetime deal + monthly subscription)
- Adding features based on user feedback (App Store reviews, G2 analysis, etc.)
- Focusing on product-market fit by iterating based on user input
User Engagement:
- Engaging with the Build in Public community on X
- Regularly posting in Reddit communities to maintain visibility
- Encouraging user feedback and using it to improve the product