Better Sheets
"Don't build another spreadsheet toolâbuild a 'Spreadsheet Certification' system for specific professions."
"Fear of being 'CLUELESS' about spreadsheets combined with desire for 'super powers' to appear competent and save money by replacing other apps."
Creator Andrew Kamphey has cult-like following and personal supportâcompeting directly on community would fail. Must differentiate through vertical specialization.
The 4-Dimension Scorecard
$305k revenue proves strong demand for spreadsheet education. High-ticket price ($275) indicates customers value expertise.
4.86 rating with 111 reviews shows strong satisfaction, but this creates a high barrierâhard to compete directly on quality.
Educational content has near-zero marginal costs. No unlimited AI/storage traps. Templates and training are infinitely scalable.
Competitors are tools (Airtable, Notion), not education. Google Sheets is free but lacks structured trainingâthis is the wedge.
The Opportunity Radar
Deep Review Mining & Gap Analysis
Pain & Gaps
"Multiple mentions of 'business models' and 'storefronts' suggest users want vertical solutions (e.g., real estate, SaaS metrics)."
"Users call it 'The Bible' and want credentials to prove expertise to employers/clients."
Niche Discovery
"Reviews mention 'using daily for client work' and replacing other apps to save money."
"Multiple mentions of 'business models', 'storefronts', and saving money by eliminating other tools."
Marketing Angle
'Become a Spreadsheet Guru in [Your Industry] in 30 DaysâReplace $500/month in SaaS Tools.'
Use this angle to position your product against the generic competitors. Focus on the specific pain points identified in the "Pain & Gaps" module.
The "Buggy Clone" Syndrome
- No complaints in reviewsâthe wedge is 'too generic'. Users want industry-specific templates (real estate, agencies, e-commerce) not covered.
Sniper Verdict
"Listen to the hate. Build the cure. Steal the revenue."
The Battle Plan
"Better Sheets dominates generic spreadsheet education but leaves vertical-specific expertise untapped. The gap is industry-certified spreadsheet training that delivers immediate ROI through template libraries."
MVP Build
- Industry-specific template packs (Real Estate, E-commerce, Agency) with ROI calculators
- Certification system with LinkedIn badges for completing vertical courses
MVP Drop
- Generic 'tips and tricks' content (already saturated)
- Community features (distractionâfocus on credentials)
