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Canny-style feedback board, but simpler and focused

A lightweight alternative to Canny aimed at small startups that need a simpler feedback board.

Summary

Build a pared-down feedback/roadmap tool that targets startups who find Canny too complex or costly. Focus on simplicity, clear messaging, and ease of setup to capture frustrated users.

Problem

Existing feedback/roadmap tools are sometimes overcomplicated for small teams and suffer from poor recent reviews.

Target customer

Small startups and indie teams looking for a simple way to collect and prioritize user feedback.

Solution

A minimal feedback board with easy posting, voting, and lightweight roadmap features, priced for small teams and marketed as the ‘simple’ Canny alternative.

Business model

freemium with paid tiers for more seats or integrationsmonthly subscriptions targeted at startups

Distribution

product hunttwitter/reddit (product communities)seo for “canny alternative” queries

Required skills

full-stack developmentproduct design for feedback flowsmarketing to product communities

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