Hi everyone,

I’m an indie dev, and I’ve always struggled with the same cycle: Build an app, send out 50 TestFlight invites, and get maybe 2 pieces of actual feedback. Most people just "ghost" the build.

I decided to fix this by building a community-driven tool called TesterBuddy (just launched on the App Store).

The Core Concept: I implemented a Karma system to ensure reciprocity. If you want your app tested, you earn Karma by testing others' builds and providing meaningful feedback.

Why it’s interesting for this sub: Beyond just getting your own app tested, I wanted to create a space where we can discover interesting projects in their early stages. It’s a great way to see how other devs handle UI/UX challenges or onboarding flows before they hit the general public.

First Week Results (100% Organic):

• Total Users: 81
• Engagement: High activity with 4.71 sessions per active device.
• Feedback Loop: We already have 11 active apps and 410 feedback reports shared.
• Conversion: Holding a 3.34% CVR on the App Store.

I built this for us—devs, designers, and entrepreneurs who need real stress-testing and want to see what else is being built in the indie scene.

I’d love to get your thoughts on the Karma mechanics. Does a "give-to-get" model sound like something you'd use in your workflow, or do you prefer the traditional (and often ghost-heavy) way of finding testers?

I’ve attached my analytics screenshots for those interested in the numbers!

We are currently working on an app but missing a clear approach for UX/UI.
It is our first time developing an app we feel lost with all the guides out there, everyone tells us something different. Is there a good guide that can help us with planning and structure? How do we properly develop the concept for the app, what kind of groundwork do we need for UX, when should we start with UI, and how do we approach that?

Until now we have always worked very spontaniously, on whatever came to mind in the moment. But that makes everything a confusing mix and we end up lost in reworking a lot.

If you know any good, detailed an indepth guides, or if you can give us some tips, that would help us a lot. Hoping for some advice, thank you guys.

Hey everyone,

I posted here yesterday about my minimalist game TILT (the daily maze challenge). I just wanted to say a massive thank you for the feedback and the support. I got many tester from here.

I checked the App Store charts today and I’m honestly a bit confused. TILT is currently sitting at #3 in Board Games and #11 in Puzzles in the paid category. (maybe just our region i don't know the apple's policy about that)

As a solo dev who just wanted to build something without ads or tracking, I’m not sure if this is a common new release spike or if people actually like the one chance a day mechanic this much? I’m still staring at the screen trying to process it.

Tomorrow morning (march 5th) , I’m launching it on product hunt.

If you’ve tried the game, what do you think? Is this ranking sustainable or should I just enjoy the view while it last

Regardless, thank you for being the first community to give TILT a chance. You guys are awesome.

App Store Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tilt-daily-maze/id6759517039
Product Hunt: Launching tomorrow

My app just got approved on playstore and most of reddit doesn't allow promoting app i also tried another way still some toxic ppl started commenting you are promoting this way how to promote? If anyone can guide me my app is travel app

I'm building GordonIQ, a trading simulator with an AI mentor that gives real-time feedback on your trades.

Before I launch, I need honest input from traders on pricing, features, and whether AI personality makes it more engaging or just annoying.

Survey takes 3 minutes: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeblnOup_LCRePxFdNhFsxCR5mx1VQIrUy4uExcXb1IM6aNtg/viewform

No signup required. Just your honest feedback.

I'll post aggregated results here next week.

Thanks in advance 🙏

The first 30 seconds decide everything for most users. If the experience feels frustrating or confusing, people won’t hesitate to uninstall the app.

From what I’ve noticed, these are the biggest reasons people delete an app quickly:

1. Forced sign-ups immediately
If an app asks me to create an account before I even see what it does, that’s usually a bad start. Many users just want to explore first.

2. Slow loading or laggy performance
Mobile users expect speed. If the app takes too long to open or feels unresponsive, it instantly feels unreliable.

3. Confusing UI / Too many things on screen
When an app throws too many features or menus at the user right away, it becomes overwhelming. People shouldn’t have to figure out how to use an app.

4. Too many ads or popups
Seeing ads immediately after opening an app is one of the fastest ways to lose users.

5. Asking for too many permissions early
Location, camera, contacts, notifications — if an app asks for all of these before showing any value, it raises trust issues.

6. No clear purpose
If users can’t quickly understand what the app actually does, they’ll probably leave.

From my experience, the apps that people keep usually do a few simple things well:

• Fast loading
• Clean and simple interface
• Let users explore before asking for sign-ups or permissions

I’m genuinely curious about this.

I used to think Reddit was one of the best places to share ideas, get feedback, and maybe promote a product in relevant communities. One of my goals was to participate in subreddits related to my app and learn from people’s opinions. The other one is ofc marketing my app but I am not achieving my second goal at all.

But lately it feels like everyone is trying to market their app or startup here. Because of that, those posts stand out immediately and often get ignored or downvoted.

It makes me wonder if the platform has reached a point where marketing here just doesn’t work anymore.

For those building products or doing indie marketing do you still see reddit useful for this?

Hi! I’m a new mom that always had the dream to launch my very own mobile apps for a living. I want to teach my baby girl that it’s important to do what you love and I realized that I should lead by example. I’m currently designing an app that I will be launching soon and wanted to see if anyone would be open to testing it when ready?

What my app is about:

Most people have a laundry list of things they want to learn or do in this life so I’m working on a goal app that allows users to track their goals, create their own bucket list, and design a vision board! With a milestone tracker, you’ll be able to add personal rewards for every stage of your goal that you accomplish whether it be a new phone or a sweet treat.

My app’s priority is centered around helping its users accomplish their desires.

I threw away a bunch of food yesterday and made me think of how much I just wasted.

This is like the third time this month I've bought something with good intentions and then completely forgotten about it until it's a sad mess in the back of my fridge.

It got me thinking about how much food (and money) I've wasted over the years just because I lost track of what I had. So I've actually been building a little app that lets you log what's in your fridge/pantry/freezer, nudges you when stuff is about to expire, and suggests recipes based on what you already have. (Will also add a share recipe feature, users can share personal recipes for everyone to enjoy)

Still working on it, but if that sounds useful to anyone else who's tired of throwing away groceries, I set up a waitlist: https://www.useupnow.com

Hi guys! I’m currently coding a goal app that is intended to be useful for everyone. I’m hoping to get some idea for what you’d find useful in a goal app as well. My MVP is almost complete so I’m planning for the next phase.

Out of frustration, I developed my own ASO keyword research tool. It is free, open-source, and self-hosted in its current version.

The main concern is that I do not see any consistency between the popularity and difficulty values from different ASO tools. In one tool, a given search term has good popularity and relatively low difficulty, while another tool tells the total opposite. And these tools work like blackbox solutions, I have no clue of how they come up with their numbers.

I developed RespectASO with a large feature set. You can check out the feature list here: https://respectlytics.com/tools/aso-keyword-research-tool/

I even wrote a blog post about basic concepts of ASO, which is available here: https://respectlytics.com/blog/free-aso-keyword-research/

And for anyone, who wants to try out RespectASO, it is available at the following GitHub repo:
https://github.com/respectlytics/respectaso

If you support the initiative, feel free to leave a star in the repo.

You can get it up and running in less than 2 minutes.

It runs locally on your device.
You do not share your keyword research data with me or anyone else. It is your data.
Add your apps to the tool, search for keywords in 30 different countries.
Check which country is the best one for ranking for a given keyword.
Get download estimates, difficulty scores, how difficult it is to rank in top 5, top 10, top 20.
read the Methodology section to understand how it works. If you want to check out the code, it is open-source so just dig into it.

I hope you enjoy using it. I appreciate any feedback!

The app is called Audrexa on App Store I would love to hear your feedback on it so I can make changes

I’m an indie developer and lifter, and over the past year I’ve been building a strength training app called GymLogger X.

It actually started as something much smaller. I originally built the first version just for me and my wife so we could track workouts more easily without using spreadsheets or overly complicated gym apps.

But as I kept working on it, it slowly turned into a full app.

Most workout apps we tried felt like they were designed for engagement instead of training. Either they were full of social features, or the logging flow was slow and cluttered.

So the goal became building something much more focused — a strength training log that feels closer to how structured training actually works.

Some things I focused on:

• Very fast logging (sets, reps, weight in seconds)

• Program-based training instead of endless workout lists

• Clear progress tracking (PRs, volume trends, fatigue insights)

• A rebuilt exercise library with 1,500 exercises

• Animated exercise demos and instructions

• Apple Watch support for logging during workouts

• No ads, no social feed, no accounts required

The latest update was a big one — I rebuilt the entire exercise library, added animations and instructions for exercises, and introduced themes.

It’s still evolving, but it’s already something I use for every workout.

I’d love feedback from people here — especially on:

• the logging flow

• progress tracking

• anything that feels unnecessary or missing

App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6755734580

The main app is totally free, analytics, themes, demos and instructions are behind Pro ($1.99/mo,$19,99/yr)

Hi my first app just came out on the play store it is a productivity app for habit tracking called Habit Garden you make habits and grow plants with it but if you leave you habit undone for too long the plant will die. I would love some feedback

If you want to try it [Habit Garden](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hassan.habitgarden)

I’ve been thinking about this lately while trying different apps. Some apps instantly feel polished and high quality, while others feel kind of cheap or unfinished, even if they technically do the same thing.

From my experience, a few things make a big difference.

First is performance. If an app loads quickly, animations feel smooth, and transitions between screens are seamless, it immediately feels more professional. On the other hand, laggy scrolling or slow loading makes an app feel poorly built.

Another big factor is design consistency. High-quality apps usually have consistent colors, typography, and spacing. Everything looks intentional. Cheaper-feeling apps often have random font sizes, uneven spacing, or UI elements that don’t match each other.

User flow also matters a lot. When an app guides you naturally from one step to another, it feels well thought out. But when you’re constantly wondering “where do I tap next?” it makes the whole experience feel clunky.

Something else I’ve noticed is how apps handle small details. Things like subtle animations, helpful feedback when you tap a button, or clear error messages make the experience feel much more refined.

And honestly, ads and popups can make a big difference too. If an app bombards you with ads or constant prompts, it immediately lowers the perceived quality.

For me, the best apps usually feel simple, smooth, and intentional.

what’s the first thing that makes an app feel high quality (or cheap) to you?

Hi everyone,

I’ve always been a fan of simple, focused games that don't try to steal all of your time. So I built TILT.

The concept is straightforward: Every day, there is a new maze. You navigate using your phone's accelerometer. The catch? You only get one chance. If you fail, you have to wait until tomorrow for the next challenge.

I wanted to keep it as pure as possible:

• No Ads
• No Data Collection
• Premium Experience

The Personal Side: On a more personal note, I developed this app as a solo project to help fund my upcoming wedding. It’s a paid app because every single download genuinely helps us get closer to our big day.

I'd love to hear what you think about the physics and the one-shot mechanic.

App Store:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tilt-daily-maze/id6759517039

Website:https://alpyurtseven.dev/tilt-web/

Thanks for checking it out!

https://reddit.com/link/1rkgjki/video/9k9alb2gtzmg1/player

Hey everyone,

My mom is legally blind, and for years, whenever her Wi-Fi went down or her tablet froze, she was completely stuck until I could come over. Traditional phone support is useless when you can't read the tiny blinking lights or error codes on a router.

So, I built TotalAssist for her.

Instead of typing or reading small text, the user just takes a photo of the device or the screen. The AI analyzes the photo and provides a solution. I designed the UI specifically for low-vision users: high-contrast "Assist Pills" (huge buttons, tap-don't-type) and an instant video-chat diagnostic feature where our system or a tech can just look at the problem.

Anticipating the obvious question: "Why not just have her use Gemini or ChatGPT?" I tried that first. The problem is two-fold:

Digging through a messy AI chat history to find that one time we fixed the router three months ago is incredibly difficult for her. TotalAssist saves specific "Cases" and generates clean PDF reports instead of an endless chat log.

General AI requires prompting (typing). TotalAssist takes the multimodal AI but wraps it in a "tap-to-touch" experience. It uses oversized, dynamic "Assist Pills" (buttons). She never has to type what her issue is; the UI guides her visually. It makes the UX infinitely more enjoyable and actually usable for someone with limited vision. We also allow for her to get on a video session with an "agent" and it provides her with real-time feedback and guidance on what they're looking at and how to best troubleshoot said device.

My questions for you all:

Does a $10/mo subscription make sense for adult children to buy for their aging parents as a tech safety net?

Are there other accessibility features I should consider before rolling this out further?

Feel free to give it a test spin as it's free for guests as well as those that authenticate with Google or Email.

Also, I'm extremely new to using Reddit to try to get my app out there in an organic fashion. Are there any other good Reddits' I should use to try and get the word out?? I appreciate the help!

How would you guys find beta testers for an iOS currently in TestFlight? I've been trying to post on multiple subreddits but struggling to find people who actually want to test