Top Reddit problems on Oct 28, 2026

Frozen snapshot of the daily ranking as published Oct 28, 2026. The highest-ranked problem with a written idea that day was “Does AI Tools actually recommend my product? I just realized I have no idea, cant even track it manually”, which became AI Mention Check. 10 of the 100 ranked problems have a written startup idea. Main themes: Small Business (72), Home & DIY (7), Software (7).

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   Does AI Tools actually recommend my product? I just realized I have no idea, cant even track it manually 💡 AI Mention Check · 6/10Small Business 3 posts · sources: r/smallbusiness, r/SaaS, r/microsaas
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   I solo-built a career/comp tool 2 months ago. Here’s the stack, what I got wrong, and what I’m stuck onSmall Business 2 posts · sources: r/microsaas, r/microsaas
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   I've been working on something to make managing client projects a little easierSmall Business 2 posts · sources: r/SaaS, r/microsaas
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   Got my first paying customer for something I builtSmall Business 2 posts · sources: r/microsaas, r/SaaS
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   Frigidaire ice maker not workingHome & DIY 2 posts · sources: r/DIY, r/HomeImprovement
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   I built every feature worth building, nothing more to build?! Felt that?Small Business 2 posts · sources: r/indiehackers, r/microsaas
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   We've published 300+ blog articles for 20 small business sites in 3 months. The writing was never the hard parSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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   I grew my SEO agency to €1.6M a year mostly with cold email. Here's the exact email I still sendSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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   Drywall kitchenHome & DIY 2 posts · sources: r/HomeImprovement, r/HomeImprovement
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    I thought I was ready to leave my job. I submitted a two weeks notice. but now that I have the opportunity to Careers 2 posts · sources: r/jobs, r/careerguidance
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    Most small saas founders i talk to treat security as a "later" problem. the bugs that hurt early are boring on 💡 Boring Bug Check · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    How forth coming should I be about a major medical event that is happening?Careers 2 posts · sources: r/jobs, r/careerguidance
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    What I learned building a wedding/event photo-sharing tool where guests don't need an app or an accountSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Stripe alternativeSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    FRS Pension Plan vs. Investment Plan — Which Would You ChoosePersonal Finance 2 posts · sources: r/personalfinance, r/personalfinance
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    Killed my AI writing wrapper, here is the honest autopsySmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Business rates changes to thresholds in today’s budget, but only applies to Retail, Hospitality, and LeisureSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Trial vs. lifetime pricing on a consumer app: what I set up and what Apple made me changeSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    How do you handle last-minute cancels / no-shows? 💡 No-Show Shield · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    What makes a domain name memorable?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Most indie hackers don't want to build a business. They want to believe they've found an easy way to make moneSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    I built and scaled a business, lost everything, and I’m trying to figure out my next move. Looking for advice Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    How to find corporate orders? 💡 Corporate Order Kit · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    As we head towards the end of the year, how have your business plans worked out?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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    Is there a vending machine for necessities? How many are actually out there and where?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    For store owners who moved away from perpetual discounts, what specific change did the most heavy lifting for Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    The most underrated distribution channel for SaaS imoSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Experts here, what is the best way to get your business mentioned on ChatGPT?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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    Text Messages OutreachSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Is getting users really this slow?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Has Anyone Actually Invested With Cart Capital?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Does the radio man with the cheap sign ever need marketing?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Has anyone started an industrial chemicals supply business?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    What's one task you wish you could completely automate?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Where can i get packing essentials for e-commerce brandSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Someone finally paid for my SaaS. Still can't believe it! 🥹Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Has a small customer-specific configuration ever turned into a permanent engineering headache?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Replacing your SaaS stack with AI agents is the dumbest “cost saving” of the decadeSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    How are people using business workspaces dealing with negotiating contracts?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Looking for advice on marketing my AI sales agentSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Launched a small web & studio with 0 clients. What would you do first? 💡 First 10 Clients · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    How to validate the demand of a product?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Paid $4,200 to 11 contractors last month?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    What jobs can I do ONLINE as a student wanting to earn around $300 per month?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/sidehustle
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    Has anyone ever tried running their SaaS for free and then change to a paid subscription for customers?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Is Jumping the Move?Careers 2 posts · sources: r/careerguidance, r/jobs
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    Made a UGC ad, how much should I charge for this? Open to offers tooSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Free was too good, so nobody paid. Here's how I fixed itSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Free 7-day trial, $150/month plan, 10 trials in and zero paid. Ads problem or trial problem? 💡 Trial Leak Finder · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Have your customers ever found a completely different use for your SaaS than what you built it for?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Being more specific with your ICP will increase conversion rates. Here’s my exampleSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Best no-code interactive demo creation tools that PMM can own?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    How do you guys catch bugs in your SaaS before they reach production?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    How do you ask customers for permission to use their video reviews? 💡 Clip Consent · 5/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    How to pay one off contractors most effectively? Everyone wants VenmoSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    The 5-minute first-run test that shows why trial users leaveSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Soap IdeaSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Starting Business for High Income EarnersSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    I'm thinking of building an open-source n8n alternative — what frustrates you most about existing automation tSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    When the software does the work instead of the user, how do you price it?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Did you guys realize how much SEO affects how many customers your website actually gets?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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    Need feedback on a new serviceSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Messaging help for a stripe integration feature landing pageSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Affordable Lawyer for a Pre-Launch SaaS Startup?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Did getting a regular 9-5 serve as a wake up call for you to work on your business?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Can payments actually become a revenue stream for a SaaS?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    What payment processor are you using?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    Can a minimal waitlist page actually convert?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/startups
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    What have you recently downgraded because of rising prices? Maybe it's food, entertainment, or even your mode Personal Finance 1 post · sources: r/povertyfinance
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    Gutter guard installation with roll roofHome & DIY 1 post · sources: r/DIY
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    Let's talk about our chores a little bit deeplyProductivity 1 post · sources: r/productivity
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    What was one moment in your business that made the biggest difference?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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    Small construction business owner in California facing a huge workers' comp bill. Anyone been through this? 💡 Comp Audit Prep · 6/10Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    10 days in, 51 fixes, 4 real users, and the counter i built was lying to meSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/microsaas
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    Aquarium stand, mix of DIY + IKEAHome & DIY 1 post · sources: r/DIY
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    What's the grass cutting tool called that I've seen stocked at old farms. It's basically hockey stick shaped bHome & DIY 1 post · sources: r/DIY
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    Pull Out Trash Bin DrawerHome & DIY 1 post · sources: r/HomeImprovement
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    How do you balance adding customer-requested features vs keeping your product focused?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    Student first-time founder, 4 months in, swinging between “this will work” and “this is pointless”. How do youSmall Business 1 post · sources: r/startups
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    Am I a hypocrite for looking down on AI usage while using it for webdev? *See the post for further details*Software 1 post · sources: r/webdev
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    I want to learn cppSoftware 1 post · sources: r/learnprogramming
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    45, unemployable, big mortgage, severe depressionProductivity 1 post · sources: r/ADHD
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    Laid off 4x in 4 years. Am I asking for too much if I try to negotiate non-discretionary bonuses and guarantee 💡 Offer Safety Net · 6/10Careers 1 post · sources: r/jobs
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    On how to go about suing home warranty 💡 Warranty Claim Push · 6/10Legal 1 post · sources: r/legaladvice
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    Your AI UI skill is doing the part you were supposed to learnSoftware 1 post · sources: r/webdev
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    How do you handle unexpected expenses when there's barely anything left after bills?Personal Finance 1 post · sources: r/povertyfinance
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    What is the thing that helped you push past mental barriers to be a better entrepreneur?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/Entrepreneur
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    Piano hinge-do you upgrade the screws?Home & DIY 1 post · sources: r/HomeImprovement
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    MacBook Pro 2015 went into Recovery Mode last night in the middle of a photoshop projectTech Support 1 post · sources: r/techsupport
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    Returning to front end after a 3-year hiatus. Best way to bridge the knowledge gap and refresh my portfolio?Software 1 post · sources: r/learnprogramming
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    How does Instagram process and post images?Software 1 post · sources: r/webdev
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    What on a frontend resume actually impresses hiring managers?Software 1 post · sources: r/learnprogramming
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    Do I need a financial advisor to handle my 401k rollover?Personal Finance 1 post · sources: r/personalfinance
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    Is your vibe coded app making any money?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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    PC Random Restarts + booting only to BIOSTech Support 1 post · sources: r/techsupport
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    Is there a way to improve coding literacy?Software 1 post · sources: r/learnprogramming
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    If you guys were in this position, what would you do?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/smallbusiness
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    How do all the ADHDers view this stereotype?Productivity 1 post · sources: r/ADHD
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    How capable is AI for building?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/SaaS
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     Sidehustle slowchat: What were your wins and fails this week?Small Business 1 post · sources: r/sidehustle