Subscribe
Sign in
General
p/generalShare and discuss tech, products, business, startups, or product recommendations
Start new thread
Kelechi Udoagwu

What makes an app/product most sticky for you?

8
•
For me, a clean, intuitive UI is key. But more interesting, is Streaks. Apps with Streaks easily strike an emotional cord and become part of my daily routine, e.g., Product Hunt, Duolingo, Fitbit (exercise/sleep), iBooks, etc. I suppose it’s because Streaks give a feeling of progress tracking and consistency. What about you? What makes an app (especially the non-essential ones) most sticky? Are there apps you use a lot more than you need to? And can you identify what keeps you engaged with them?

Add a comment

Replies
Best
Penny Hartley
I am in the minority, but I dislike streaks, it makes me think I am a prisoner of the app/product. I do love a memorable UI design, exclusivity and personalization. Something that makes me come back is when I know there are constant changes and news that get replaced if I don't make it in time and it gives me FOMO. Making it feel accessible and personal also drives me to be loyal because in this day and age, many feel like just a number so when an app/product recognizes me as an individual, it does feel special. A company that stands out for these values is Chewy, for example
André J
Stickiness is not about any one thing. It's about customer need. Apple cards app is not sticky because it has fancy UI animation. We use it everyday because there is a need. Problem -> Solution.
suman saurabh
For me, the most sticky apps and products are the ones that seamlessly integrate into my daily routine and make my life more efficient. When an app understands my needs and preferences without me having to spell it out, it becomes an essential part of my daily workflow.
Mei
Real value, fun, and easy user experience, something that builds a habit for me outside the app. Headspace has been a personal favourite as it has improved my life in so many ways.
Ivan Vorobyev
For me personally, an attractive product is one that actually benefits the surrounding society. For example, during the pandemic they started to introduce telemedicine. No one thought about how much does it cost to implement telehealth, because doctors were just forced to do it as soon as possible. It brought great benefits to society because it reduced face-to-face contact. Telemedicine has minimized the need for physical visits to medical facilities, reducing the risk of transmission between patients and medical professionals. This plays a crucial role in "flattening the curve" and ensuring that the health care system can effectively handle the influx of cases
Blake Whittington 👾
Especially the non-essential ones*** Thought about this recently — with Product Hunt and others — it seems that the app is sticky if it allows you to create value, so, because the streaks, badges, and community-equity are all worth building, this place gets pretty sticky! What do you think?