Should I Build It Should I Build It
09 Apr 2025
YouTube

a youtube subscribed channels manager, let your YT list become ...

...pouplar, easy to share your YT channels you subscribed and other can import them into their čollection

Confidence
Engagement
Net use signal
Net buy signal

Idea type: Swamp

The market has seen several mediocre solutions that nobody loves. Unless you can offer something fundamentally different, you’ll likely struggle to stand out or make money.

Should You Build It?

Don't build it.

Your are here

You're entering a "Swamp" category, meaning there are similar solutions already out there, but none have really taken off. The idea of managing YouTube subscriptions and sharing them isn't entirely new; we found 3 similar products. Engagement on these existing solutions is low, with an average of only 3 comments. There is no data on buy/use signals, which indicates user indifference. In short, there's no strong signal that people are actively seeking or willing to pay for this type of tool. Before you proceed, it's crucial to understand why existing solutions haven't resonated with users.

Recommendations

  1. First, deeply research existing YouTube subscription management tools. Understand why they haven't achieved widespread adoption. Analyze their features, user reviews, and marketing strategies to identify gaps and areas for improvement. The similar products analysis revealed concerns about unnecessary features and potential abuse of resources. Avoid repeating these mistakes.
  2. Consider niching down and focusing on a specific group of YouTube users. Are you targeting educators who want to share curated playlists with their students? Or gamers looking to share their favorite channels with their community? Identifying a specific need will allow you to tailor your product and marketing efforts more effectively.
  3. Explore the possibility of building tools for existing YouTube content creators or playlist curators. Instead of creating a standalone product, you could offer a plugin or extension that enhances their existing workflows. This approach could be less risky and provide a more immediate value proposition.
  4. Before diving into development, validate your assumptions with potential users. Conduct surveys, interviews, and usability tests to gather feedback on your idea. This will help you identify potential issues early on and avoid wasting time and resources on a product that no one wants.
  5. Carefully consider your monetization strategy. Given the lack of demonstrated willingness to pay, you may need to explore alternative revenue models, such as advertising, sponsorships, or freemium options. It's also essential to protect Internet Archive's resources when using it as a content source.
  6. Given the competitive landscape and the challenges of building a successful product in this space, be open to pivoting to adjacent problems that might be more promising. Look for unmet needs within the broader YouTube ecosystem and consider if your skills and expertise could be better applied elsewhere.

Questions

  1. What unique value proposition can you offer that differentiates your solution from existing YouTube subscription management tools and overcomes their limitations?
  2. How will you ensure your product is user-friendly and avoids the pitfalls of unnecessary features and annoying prompts that have plagued similar products?
  3. What specific strategies will you employ to drive adoption and engagement, given the low engagement observed in similar product launches?

Your are here

You're entering a "Swamp" category, meaning there are similar solutions already out there, but none have really taken off. The idea of managing YouTube subscriptions and sharing them isn't entirely new; we found 3 similar products. Engagement on these existing solutions is low, with an average of only 3 comments. There is no data on buy/use signals, which indicates user indifference. In short, there's no strong signal that people are actively seeking or willing to pay for this type of tool. Before you proceed, it's crucial to understand why existing solutions haven't resonated with users.

Recommendations

  1. First, deeply research existing YouTube subscription management tools. Understand why they haven't achieved widespread adoption. Analyze their features, user reviews, and marketing strategies to identify gaps and areas for improvement. The similar products analysis revealed concerns about unnecessary features and potential abuse of resources. Avoid repeating these mistakes.
  2. Consider niching down and focusing on a specific group of YouTube users. Are you targeting educators who want to share curated playlists with their students? Or gamers looking to share their favorite channels with their community? Identifying a specific need will allow you to tailor your product and marketing efforts more effectively.
  3. Explore the possibility of building tools for existing YouTube content creators or playlist curators. Instead of creating a standalone product, you could offer a plugin or extension that enhances their existing workflows. This approach could be less risky and provide a more immediate value proposition.
  4. Before diving into development, validate your assumptions with potential users. Conduct surveys, interviews, and usability tests to gather feedback on your idea. This will help you identify potential issues early on and avoid wasting time and resources on a product that no one wants.
  5. Carefully consider your monetization strategy. Given the lack of demonstrated willingness to pay, you may need to explore alternative revenue models, such as advertising, sponsorships, or freemium options. It's also essential to protect Internet Archive's resources when using it as a content source.
  6. Given the competitive landscape and the challenges of building a successful product in this space, be open to pivoting to adjacent problems that might be more promising. Look for unmet needs within the broader YouTube ecosystem and consider if your skills and expertise could be better applied elsewhere.

Questions

  1. What unique value proposition can you offer that differentiates your solution from existing YouTube subscription management tools and overcomes their limitations?
  2. How will you ensure your product is user-friendly and avoids the pitfalls of unnecessary features and annoying prompts that have plagued similar products?
  3. What specific strategies will you employ to drive adoption and engagement, given the low engagement observed in similar product launches?

  • Confidence: Medium
    • Number of similar products: 3
  • Engagement: Low
    • Average number of comments: 3
  • Net use signal: 5.5%
    • Positive use signal: 10.9%
    • Negative use signal: 5.5%
  • Net buy signal: -5.5%
    • Positive buy signal: 0.0%
    • Negative buy signal: 5.5%

This chart summarizes all the similar products we found for your idea in a single plot.

The x-axis represents the overall feedback each product received. This is calculated from the net use and buy signals that were expressed in the comments. The maximum is +1, which means all comments (across all similar products) were positive, expressed a willingness to use & buy said product. The minimum is -1 and it means the exact opposite.

The y-axis captures the strength of the signal, i.e. how many people commented and how does this rank against other products in this category. The maximum is +1, which means these products were the most liked, upvoted and talked about launches recently. The minimum is 0, meaning zero engagement or feedback was received.

The sizes of the product dots are determined by the relevance to your idea, where 10 is the maximum.

Your idea is the big blueish dot, which should lie somewhere in the polygon defined by these products. It can be off-center because we use custom weighting to summarize these metrics.

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Velty App –> Organize your YouTube subscriptions and videos

08 Feb 2024 Productivity

hi everyone,I've been working on a web app (https://velty.app) that lets you organize your YouTube subscriptions and videos into folders and sub-folders. It helps you find what you want to watch more easily.The idea came up when I found it hard to organize my growing list of YouTube subscriptions and finding videos easily. The YouTube playlists system is limited — it lacks hierarchy and search functionality. I wanted an app to organizing everything into folders and sub-folders to easily find videos by their duration or the channel they're from. Also, provide the same functionality on mobile and destkop.I tried different methods like RSS readers, browser extensions, and bookmarks, but they all had drawbacks: - Browser extensions don't work on mobile. - With bookmarks, filtering and sorting are challenging. - RSS readers have limitations in organizing folders and sub-folders and lack filtering and sorting options such as duration, published date, and channel names. So, I decided to build my own solution to deal with these issues.I'm keen to hear your thoughts on the idea!

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I Built a Tool to Break Free from YouTube's Addictive Algorithm

24 Jun 2024 Productivity

I built Watchlist to solve a problem that's been nagging at me (and I suspect many others): YouTube's addictive nature and its impact on productivity.The Problem:YouTube is an incredible source of knowledge, but its homepage is an unending scroll of rabbit holes. The algorithm is designed to maximize watch time, often at the expense of our intentions and productivity. I found myself wasting hours, jumping from video to video, and then blaming myself for the lack of self-control.The Solution:Watchlist! Watchlist is essentially YouTube playlists on steroids. Here's how it works:1. Create custom "lists" for different topics (e.g., AI, Science, Programming) 2. Add relevant channels to each list 3. Watchlist automatically adds new uploads from these channels to your lists 4. Set custom notification schedules for each list (e.g., every morning at 8 AM, every Sunday at 5 PM) 5. Receive email or push notifications (your choice) when there are new unwatched videosThe result? You stay updated on the content you care about without falling into the YouTube homepage trap.Tech Stack:Built with Python, JavaScript, Supabase & Google Cloud Run. (Took six weeks)Why I Built This:As an electrical engineer turned software developer, I've always been fascinated by programming. This project combines my love for coding with a real-world problem I've experienced firsthand.Try It Out:To make it as easy as possible for you to try Watchlist, I've set up a 1-click dummy login:http://watchlist.so/login/dummyThis generates a dummy email and password for you, valid for 14 days. Although this account has full access, please note some restrictions:- You cannot reset the password - Email notifications are disabled - Data cannot be migrated to another account - The account will be deactivated after 14 daysFor those who prefer a proper account, you can register normally at: https://watchlist.so/signupFeedback:I've seen many people struggle with YouTube addiction without realizing the root cause. If you've faced similar issues or have thoughts on this approach, I'd love to hear your feedback. Your thoughts and suggestions are crucial for improving Watchlist. There's a dedicated feedback page at:https://watchlist.so/settings/feedbackI'm eager to hear your experiences and ideas! Thanks!PS: This is my first Show HN. So, please excuse me if I made any mistakes. I tried my best to follow the guidelines.

Users commented on a tool that generates playlists for Internet Archive content. They requested features like turning off history and a blank home screen, and expressed annoyance with prompts. There was a demo request for the Watchlist feature and a suggestion to support Internet Archive as a content source. Concerns about potential abuse of Internet Archive's resources were raised. Comparisons were made with Feedly's YouTube channel subscription and the Unhook Chrome Extension, which removes YouTube recommendations. One user found the tool helpful and plans to follow up via email.

Users criticized the product for an unnecessary history feature, annoying prompts to enable it, and the lack of Internet Archive support, which could lead to potential abuse of IA's resources. There's also concern that the tool's purpose might be misunderstood.

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