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A simple 6-step guide to planning and prioritizing product roadmaps.

A Simple 6-Step Guide to Plan & Prioritize Your Product Roadmap Effectively

Building or prioritizing a product roadmap? Our blog breaks it down into 6 simple steps. Learn to pick the right features and make a plan that is finely balanced between your user's ideas and your own long-term vision.

Bruno Hiis

Dec 31st 2023

The Best Product Management Books for Startups in 2024

Looking for the Best Product Management Books? In this post, we've listed 5 of our favorite books that have helped us as founders build a successful product and a startup. Let's get into it!

Markus Palm

Apr 5th 2024

Step-by-step guide to optimizing the product management process.

How To Optimize The Product Management Process (Step-by-step)

Want to build a product management process that takes your startup to the next level? In this post, we'll share our own experiences and practical tips on how we've achieved this. Let's get started!

Markus Palm

Apr 5th 2024

The best 10 product management tools for better decision-making.

Top 10 Best Product Management Tools for Smarter Decision-Making

Looking for a product management tool that'll actually save you time? In this post, we've listed 10 of the best options on the market that we handpicked. We analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Apr 4th 2024

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The 10 Free Feature Tracking Tools in 2024

Want a free feature tracking tool with in-app widgets and voting boards? In this post, we've listed all of the best feature request tools that'll get you started. We analyzed their pros and cons, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Mar 24th 2024

Definition and meaning of feature requests.

What Are Feature Requests? The Complete Guide for SaaS

In this post, we'll cover everything you need to know about feature requests. You'll learn the best ways to collect and prioritize them, as well as get useful tool recommendations to make your life easier. Let's get started!

Markus Palm

Mar 24th 2024

Top 7 Alternatives to NPS for Startups to Measure Customer Experience

Looking for NPS alternatives to better measure your customer satisfaction? In this blog, we'll go over the 7 top customer experience KPIs that you can use together or instead of NPS. Let's get into it!

Markus Palm

Mar 18th 2024

Feature Voting - Why Should You Use It & Pro Tips

Feature voting is one of the most simple yet powerful ways to prioritize feature development. In this article, we'll give you a full overview of what it is and share advanced tactics for setting up and using a feature voting tool.

Bruno Hiis

Mar 14th 2024

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What Is Net Promoter Score (NPS) and How To Use it?

Looking to turn your customers into vocal brand advocates? Here, you'll find everything you need to know about Net Promoter Score (NPS). We'll go over how to calculate, interpret, and act on your NPS to increase customer satisfaction. Let's get started!

Markus Palm

Mar 13th 2024

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Top 15 Bug Tracking Tools for Startups in 2024

Want a modern and powerful bug tracking software? In this post, I've listed all of the top tools that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Mar 10th 2024

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We Found The Best Product Roadmap Examples for SaaS Startups

Here you'll find the best examples of SaaS product roadmaps and get a step-by-step guide on creating your own. We'll go over the product roadmaps of some of the most popular SaaS companies like Clickup and Mixpanel. Let's get into it!

Markus Palm

Mar 10th 2024

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Customer Feedback Analysis for Startups (Step-By-Step Guide)

Drowning under feedback? In this post, you'll find an effective step-by-step guide to analyzing customer feedback for your startup. Let's get into it!

Markus Palm

Mar 10th 2024

What is User Feedback and how to collect it?

Researching user feedback and ways to collect it? We'll give you a comprehensive overview of the topic with real-world examples and showcase the best ways to capture feedback.

Bruno Hiis

Mar 9th 2024

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The Complete Guide to Digital Product Management (+ how we do it)

Want to learn more about digital product management? In this post, we'll look at the best ways to increase customer satisfaction and build a long-term product strategy using proven methods. Let's get into it!

Markus Palm

Mar 9th 2024

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Bug vs feature: What's the difference and which to prioritize?

Struggling to decide what to fix or build next? In this post, we'll tackle the common product dilemma: is it a bug or a feature, and which should you prioritize? Tag along for practical strategies and case studies to drive your product forward effectively!

Markus Palm

Mar 5th 2024

Product-Led Growth: Overview & Real-world examples

Find out why Product-Led Growth is taking over the SaaS world and the strategy behind the success of companies like Notion and Grammarly. We'll dive into what PLG is, how it's changing the SaaS industry, and how you can use it - with real examples and tips.

Bruno Hiis

Mar 5th 2024

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How to announce product updates & new features successfully (with examples & templates)

Announcing product updates is essential to increase new feature adoption. This guide will show you how to create effective product announcements that keep your users informed and engaged. This is your last stop for everything you need to know about product updates.

Markus Palm

Mar 4th 2024

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What are release notes, and why do you need them? (With examples & templates)

Communicating product updates is crucial to increase new feature adoption. This guide will show you how to create release notes and changelogs that keep your users informed and engaged. This is your last stop for everything you need to know about release notes.

Markus Palm

Mar 3rd 2024

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What does a product manager actually do?

Product Managers (PMs) are the all-stars who expertly balance customer wants, market demands, and company goals to create amazing products. In this blog, we'll dive deep into what PMs really do, covering everything from their daily tasks to the secrets of becoming successful in this field.

Bruno Hiis

Mar 3rd 2024

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Top 12 feature prioritization frameworks - how to pick the best one?

Choosing the right features to work on can be tough, but with the right framework, it's easier. From the Value vs. Effort Matrix to ICE Score, we've covered the top 12 methods to help you decide what to build next. Dive into our guide to find the best fit for your team.

Bruno Hiis

Feb 29th 2024

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Top 10 Free Changelog Tools for SaaS in 2024

Want a modern and affordable changelog tool for release notes? In this post, we've listed all of the top choices that offer the best bang for your buck. We analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Feb 29th 2024

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Customer feedback loop: What is it, and how to create one that succeeds?

In today's crowded markets, delivering a standout customer experience is crucial. In this article, we'll give you a comprehensive overview of what a customer feedback loop is and show how to set up a successful one that turns your regular users into superfans.

Bruno Hiis

Feb 28th 2024

Collecting In-App Feedback: The Ultimate Guide + 10 Best Tools

What is in-app feedback, and why should you start collecting it? This is the only complete guide you'll ever need to get started with in-app feedback for your startup. We'll go over the different methods, tools, and best practices, so let's get started!

Markus Palm

Feb 22nd 2024

Top 10 Ruttl Alternatives for Customer Feedback in 2024

Want a reliable alternative to Ruttl for feedback management? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Feb 12th 2024

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Top 10 BugHerd Alternatives for Tracking Bugs & Feedback

Want a modern and reliable alternative to BugHerd? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Feb 11th 2024

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Aha! Pricing 2024: Is It Worth It?

Does Aha's pricing feel crispy and intransparent? In this post, we'll dive into the details of each plan and ultimately find out whether Aha! is a good deal for you or not. Let's start!

Markus Palm

Jan 30th 2024

Top 10 Jira Product Discovery Alternatives in 2024

Looking for an alternative to Jira Product Discovery that supports public customer feedback portals? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 30th 2024

Top 15 Aha! Alternatives for Product Teams in 2024

Want a modern and reliable alternative to Aha? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 30th 2024

Top 10 Feature Voting Tools for SaaS Companies in 2024

Choosing the right feature voting tool is crucial if you are looking to uncover the most impactful user-requested features. Our guide covers the top 10 tools of 2024, showcasing their benefits, limitations, and costs, so you can pick the perfect tool for your company.

Bruno Hiis

Jan 28th 2024

ProductPlan Pricing 2024: Is It Worth It?

Does ProductPlan's pricing feel too crispy? In this post, we'll dive into the details of each plan and ultimately find out whether or not it's a good deal for your use case. Stay tuned!

Markus Palm

Jan 23rd 2024

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Top 14 Feature Request Tools for 2024

Are you drowning under feature requests and don't have a great system in place to manage it all? Good news! In this blog post, we'll explore the 14 best feature request software tools so you can stay on top of all your product feedback with ease.

Bruno Hiis

Jan 22nd 2024

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Top 9 Dovetail Alternatives for Collecting Product Feedback in 2024

Want an affordable Dovetail alternative for product feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer feedback boards, roadmaps, and more for even lower prices. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 22nd 2024

List of the top 15 best alternatives for Mopinion.

Top 15 Mopinion Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Want an affordable Mopinion alternative that's perfect for product management feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 21st 2024

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Top 7 Ducalis Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Want a straightforward Ducalis alternative for feedback collection? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their simplicity, pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 21st 2024

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Top 23 Trello Alternatives for Product Teams in 2024

Want a modern Trello alternative for product management, roadmaps, and feedback collection? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 18th 2024

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Top 12 Pendo Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Want better feedback collection & management than Pendo? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best feedback-focused tools. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 17th 2024

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Top 12 ProductPlan Alternatives for Product Teams in 2024

Want an alternative to ProductPlan that also has feedback boards & a changelog? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 16th 2024

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Top 7 Fider Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Want a feature-rich alternative to Fider that has roadmaps & changelogs? In this post, I've listed all of Fider's top competitors that offer a lot more features and at even lower prices. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 15th 2024

Top 7 Public Roadmap Tools for SaaS Companies in 2024

In this post, you'll find the perfect roadmapping tool for your SaaS. We've compared the top 7 roadmap tools of 2024, analyzing their pros, cons, and pricing to help you make the best choice!

Bruno Hiis

Jan 15th 2024

Top 10 ProdPad Alternatives for Roadmaps & Feedback

Want an alternative to ProdPad that also has feedback boards and a changelog? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer you the full feedback suite for the best prices. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 15th 2024

Top 7 Olvy Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Looking for an Olvy alternative for collecting & managing product feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 14th 2024

Should Your Company Have a Public Roadmap?

Exploring the idea of a public roadmap? In this blog, I'll dive deep into all the pros and potential drawbacks to help you figure out if you should have one for your company.

Bruno Hiis

Jan 13th 2024

Top 10 Circle.so Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Looking for a Circle.so alternative for collecting & managing product feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 11th 2024

Top 7 Bettermode Alternatives for Product Feedback

Looking for a Bettermode alternative for collecting & managing product feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 11th 2024

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Top 10 Roadmunk Alternatives for Roadmaps & Feedback Collection

Want an alternative to Roadmunk that also has feedback boards and a changelog? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer you the full feedback suite for the best prices. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 11th 2024

12 Public Roadmap Examples for SaaS Companies in 2024

Public roadmaps are reshaping the SaaS industry - offering a new level of transparency and customer engagement. Dive into our blog to see the best examples, get a step-by-step guide on creating your own, and discover why this approach is revolutionizing customer relationships.

Bruno Hiis

Jan 9th 2024

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Top 7 Convas.io Alternatives for SaaS Startups 2024

Want a modern and powerful alternative to Convas that also has many integrations? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that have lots of features for the best prices. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 8th 2024

Top 11 Skool Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Looking for a feature-packed Skool alternative for collecting product feedback? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 5th 2024

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Top 8 Rapidr Alternatives for Feedback Collection in 2024

Want an affordable and robust alternative to Rapidr? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 5th 2024

Top 8 GitHub Discussions Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Looking for a GitHub Discussions alternative that's more customizable & has integrations with external tools? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer better feedback management solutions. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 5th 2024

Top 9 Feature-Rich Alternatives to FeedBear in 2024

Want a feature-rich and powerful alternative for FeedBear? You're in luck! In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best value. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 5th 2024

Top 7 Affordable UserSnap Alternatives for Product Feedback 2024

Want a less costly & streamlined alternative for UserSnap? We'll take a look at the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. For each alternative, I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 5th 2024

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Top 7 Sleekplan Alternatives for User Feedback in 2024

Want a powerful and modern alternative to Sleekplan? In this post, I've listed all of the best tools that offer the best value for your money. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 5th 2024

Top 7 UserBack Alternatives for Product Managers

Want a modern and reliable alternative for UserBack? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Robi Rohumaa

Jan 5th 2024

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Top 7 Savio Alternatives for User Feedback in 2024

Want a modern and reliable alternative for Savio? In this post, I've listed all of the top competitors that offer the best bang for your buck. I analyzed their pros, cons, and pricing, so you don't have to. Let's dive in!

Markus Palm

Jan 2nd 2024

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Top 7 Frill Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Tired of managing ideas one by one without a dedicated dashboard or just want a better alternative to Frill? You’re in the right place! We'll take a close look at all the best alternatives & go through their benefits, drawbacks, and pricing to find you the right tool.

Markus Palm

Dec 31st 2023

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Top 7 Feature Upvote Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

Tired of unintuitive feedback boards and the high cost of Feature Upvote or just looking for a better alternative? You've come to the right place. We'll take a close look at all the best alternatives & give you an overview of how they can improve your feedback collection & management.

Robi Rohumaa

Dec 29th 2023

Canny Pricing 2024: Is It Worth It?

Does Canny's pricing feel too crispy? In this post, we'll dive into the details of each plan, everything that affects them, and ultimately find out whether it's a good deal for your use case or not. Stay tuned!

Markus Palm

Dec 29th 2023

Top 16 Affordable Canny Alternatives for User Feedback in 2024

Are you looking for an affordable Canny alternative with a rich feature set? This article compares the top 16 user feedback tools that cover Canny's drawbacks and offer a better deal.

Markus Palm

Dec 11th 2023

Top 7 featureOS Alternatives for Collecting and Managing Feedback

Looking for a featureOS alternative that's affordable, simple, and gets the job done? You're in the right place! In this post, we'll dive deep into the top competitors and analyze how they can help you improve your feedback collection and actually put it to use.

Markus Palm

Nov 19th 2023

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Top 7 Headway Alternatives for Changelogs & Feedback in 2024

Looking for an advanced Headway alternative with email notifications, feedback boards, and much more? Here are the 7 best changelog tools that we handpicked to cover all of Headway's shortcomings. Dive right in!

Markus Palm

Nov 14th 2023

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Top 9 GetBeamer Alternatives for Changelogs & Feedback in 2024

Seeking a Beamer alternative that combines changelogs with intuitive feedback boards? You're in the right place! We have handpicked the best 9 feedback tools for increasing new feature adoption and taking your feedback collection to the next level.

Markus Palm

Oct 24th 2023

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Bootstrapping our startup to 100K ARR in a highly competitive market

Our journey with Featurebase was a wild ride. Learn about our growth strategies, the challenges we faced, and how we turned our vision into a reality.

Bruno Hiis

Sep 28th 2023

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UserVoice Pricing 2024: Is It Worth It?

Does UserVoice's pricing seem a bit too crispy for the features you get? Well, you're in the right place! In this blog, we dive deep into their plans, what they include, and if there are any better options out there. Let's find out if UserVoice is worth it or not!

Markus Palm

Aug 10th 2023

Top 12 Affordable UserVoice Alternatives for Startups in 2023.

Top 12 Affordable UserVoice Alternatives for Startups in 2024

Are you tired of getting lost in UserVoice's dashboard which feels like the year 2008? Or simply can't justify paying over $900/month to collect feedback? No worries! We've handpicked the top 12 UserVoice alternatives to give you the best bang for the buck.

Markus Palm

Aug 1st 2023

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Productboard Pricing 2024: Is It Worth It?

So, you want to know if you're getting a good deal with Productboard? Here you'll find a comprehensive overview of their pricing, the features you get, and if there are any better options out there!

Markus Palm

Jul 16th 2023

Top 11 simple and affordable alternatives to Productboard in 2023.

Top 11 Simple Productboard Alternatives for Startups in 2024

We get it - you dream of a simple tool that gets the job done but feel like Productboard isn't the one. That's why we've handpicked the best 11 Productboard alternatives that are perfect for startups and analyzed them to help you make the best choice!

Markus Palm

Jul 6th 2023

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Top 8 Nolt Alternatives for SaaS Startups in 2024

Looking for an affordable alternative to Nolt with lots of customization options? We've got you covered! In this article, we'll discuss some of the top user feedback tools, including their pros and cons. Let's get started and find the perfect Nolt alternative for your SaaS!

Markus Palm

Jun 1st 2023

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Top 7 Upvoty Alternatives for Product Feedback in 2024

If you're looking for the best reliable and modern Upvoty alternative, you've come to the right place! In this article, we'll explore the best ones by discussing the pros and cons of each one. Let's find the perfect feedback tool for your needs!

Markus Palm

May 4th 2023

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Turning a Struggling Side Project into a $2,500 MRR Success

Our insights and learnings about the bumpy journey of reaching $2,500 MRR with Featurebase.

Bruno Hiis

Apr 19th 2023

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Top 7 Product Feedback Software Tools in 2024

In this review, we'll be revealing the top product feedback software solutions for 2024. Learn what to look for when choosing a tool for your needs and explore our detailed list of the best 7 solutions on the market right now.

Bruno Hiis

Apr 16th 2023

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We smashed our $1,000 MRR goal - here are the lessons we learned

A year ago, we set a goal of reaching 1k MRR. Today, we have 35 active paying customers, are doing over 1.2k MRR, and growing faster than ever. 🎉

Bruno Hiis

Dec 29th 2022

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