Google Maps Scraper
"Don't build a scraper, build a transparent lead generator. Users hate hidden costs more than they need the data."
"Desperation for targeted, local business leads (emails, phones) without manual Google Maps hunting."
Google Maps TOS is a constant threat. Must have robust proxy rotation and position as a 'data enrichment' tool, not a pure scraper. The real risk is copying the bad billing ethics.
The 4-Dimension Scorecard
$127k+ revenue proves massive demand for Google Maps lead extraction. Market exists and is paying.
Rating of 3.68 with 99 reviews is a screaming opportunity. High volume of angry users = low barrier to entry if you fix their core complaints.
Lifetime deal with usage-based 'credits' is a toxic, confusing model. Users feel scammed. Sustainable model would be clear monthly quotas.
Competitors are other shady scrapers or manual research. No dominant, trusted player with transparent pricing.
The Opportunity Radar
Deep Review Mining & Gap Analysis
Pain & Gaps
"Users are blindsided by bills. They need to know the EXACT credit cost BEFORE running a scrape."
"Users want warnings before hitting limits, not automatic charges or account blocks."
Niche Discovery
"Multiple reviews mention 'lead generation deal' and needing business contact data for outreach."
"Users are trying to scrape specific towns (Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs) indicating hyper-local targeting."
Marketing Angle
The Google Maps Scraper with No Surprise Bills. Predictable pricing, period.
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
- Predatory billing: hidden costs, inaccurate credit estimators, forced top-ups, and feeling 'nickel and dimed' to death. The tool works, but the business model is hostile.
Sniper Verdict
"Listen to the hate. Build the cure. Steal the revenue."
The Battle Plan
"The market wants Google Maps data, but the incumbent has poisoned the well with a deceptive credit system. The gap is for a brutally simple, transparent tool. Build a clone with honest, subscription-based quotas and kill the credit nonsense."
MVP Build
- Simple Tiered Monthly Plans (e.g., 1000, 5000, 10000 leads/month)
- A 'Test Run' button that shows exact record count & cost before committing
- A usage meter with clear '80% quota' warnings
MVP Drop
- Any form of credit/point system (It's a red flag)
- Automatic top-ups or card charges without explicit consent
- Complex filters at launch (Start with location, keyword, business category)
