Free tool · Hardware Founder Toolkit

Invention idea generator: new product ideas by industry, country and budget

Find a product worth building in three ways: filter 180 researched ideas, get three at random, or build your own from a real problem.

How to come up with an idea worth building

  1. Start with a problem, not a gadgetIdeas that sell solve something people already complain about.
  2. Know exactly who paysA clear buyer beats a big market you cannot reach.
  3. Ask why nowA new rule, trend or cheaper part is what opens the door.
  4. Push it with one lensCombine, shrink, connect or automate to make it yours.

Questions about the idea generator

Are these ideas free to use?

Yes. They are starting points for your own product. Check that nobody has patented the exact design before you build it.

Where do the ideas come from?

Our engineers researched demand, gaps and regulations in each industry. Every idea notes why it fits now and what to watch out for.

What do the budget bands mean?

They are rough development budgets: low is under $15k, mid is $15k to $75k and high is over $75k, before manufacturing.

Can I use an idea outside the regions shown?

Yes. Regions show where an idea fits especially well, such as hot climates or frequent power cuts. Most work far wider.

How does the idea builder work?

Pick a real problem, the people who have it and a technology. It writes a concept, and the lenses help you push it further.

What should I do once I like an idea?

Check it with the free Product Idea Validator. It scores how ready the idea is and shows the first risks to fix.

Found one you like? Check if it is ready to build, free, in three minutes.

Check my idea