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MVP Scope Generator

Describe your idea and get a MoSCoW-prioritized feature list, estimated timeline, and recommended MVP approach.

Tell us about your idea

Who is this product for? Be specific.

What painful problem does this solve?

The Art of MVP Scoping

The #1 reason MVPs fail is scope creep — trying to build too much before validating demand. The best MVPs are embarrassingly simple. They solve one core problem exceptionally well and defer everything else.

The Core Loop

Every product has a core loop — the one action users repeat. For Twitter it's: write → post → read feed. Your MVP scope should nail this loop perfectly and ignore everything else.

Cut Ruthlessly

If a feature doesn't directly support the core loop, cut it. Admin panels, analytics dashboards, email notifications — all can wait. Ship the core, learn, then add.

Time-Box, Don't Feature-Box

Instead of listing 20 features and estimating time, set a 2-week deadline and ask: what's the most valuable thing we can ship?

The Mom Test

For each feature, ask: 'Would a user pay for this product if it ONLY had this feature?' If not, it's not a Must-have.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the scope generator decide which features to include?+
We use a template-based system that maps your product type and target audience to proven feature sets from 50+ shipped MVPs. The MoSCoW prioritization (Must/Should/Could/Won't) follows a simple rule: 'Must' features are what users need to complete the core job-to-be-done. Everything else is deprioritized for v1.
What is MoSCoW prioritization?+
MoSCoW stands for Must have, Should have, Could have, Won't have (this time). It's a prioritization framework used by product teams to decide what ships in v1 vs later. 'Must' features define your MVP — without them, the product doesn't work. 'Should' features improve the experience. 'Could' features are nice-to-haves. 'Won't' features are explicitly out of scope.
How many features should an MVP have?+
3-5 'Must have' features is the sweet spot. Instagram launched with: camera, filters, sharing, feed, and profiles. Dropbox launched with: upload, sync, sharing. Twitter launched with: post, follow, feed. If your MVP has more than 7 must-have features, you're probably building an MLP (Minimum Lovable Product), not an MVP.
What's the difference between an MVP and a prototype?+
A prototype demonstrates the concept — it's often not functional (think Figma mockups or a landing page). An MVP is a real, working product that real users can use and pay for. It has authentication, a database, error handling, and deployment. Our scope generator outputs MVP-level scope, not prototype scope.
Can I customize the generated feature list?+
The generated list is a starting point. Book a free scope review and we'll refine it together — adding features specific to your domain, removing ones that don't apply, and adjusting priorities based on your competitive landscape and user research.
How accurate is the timeline estimate?+
Timeline estimates assume a single experienced full-stack developer working full-time. Simple MVPs (3-4 Must features) take 2 weeks. Medium MVPs (5-6 Must features with integrations) take 3-4 weeks. Complex MVPs (AI, real-time, marketplace) take 4-6 weeks. These align with HouseofMVPs actual delivery timelines.
What if my idea doesn't fit any of the product types?+
Select 'Other' and describe your idea. The generator will provide a generic feature set based on common patterns. For the most accurate scope, book a free consultation — we'll build a custom feature list based on your specific requirements.
Should I build all the 'Should have' features too?+
Not in v1. Ship with only 'Must have' features, get real users, and collect feedback. Users will tell you which 'Should have' features they actually want. Half the time, the features users request aren't on your original list at all — real feedback is more valuable than pre-launch assumptions.

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