MVP Comparison Guide
Which MVP Type Is Right For You?
Compare features, use cases, and complexity across 5 MVP types. Make an informed decision for your startup.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | SaaS | Marketplace | AI App | Internal | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| User Authentication | |||||
| Payment Processing | |||||
| Subscription Billing | |||||
| Multi-User Roles | |||||
| Real-time Features | |||||
| AI/LLM Integration | |||||
| Admin Dashboard | |||||
| Document Management | |||||
| Search & Filtering | |||||
| Email Notifications |
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Best Use Cases
SaaS MVP
Best For:
- Subscription-based software
- B2B productivity tools
- Analytics platforms
- CRM systems
Not Ideal For:
- One-time purchases
- Consumer marketplaces
Time to Revenue:2-4 weeks
Typical MRR:$500-$5,000
Marketplace MVP
Best For:
- Two-sided platforms
- Service marketplaces
- Product marketplaces
- Rental platforms
Not Ideal For:
- Single-vendor stores
- Simple e-commerce
Time to Revenue:4-8 weeks
Typical MRR:$1,000-$10,000
AI App MVP
Best For:
- Content generation
- Chatbots & assistants
- Data analysis tools
- Automation platforms
Not Ideal For:
- Simple CRUD apps
- Budget-constrained projects
Time to Revenue:2-6 weeks
Typical MRR:$200-$2,000
Internal Tools
Best For:
- Workflow automation
- Custom dashboards
- Data management
- Team collaboration
Not Ideal For:
- Customer-facing products
- Revenue-generating apps
Time to Revenue:Immediate (cost savings)
Typical MRR:N/A (internal)
Customer Portal
Best For:
- Client self-service
- Document sharing
- Support management
- Account dashboards
Not Ideal For:
- B2C products
- Public-facing apps
Time to Revenue:1-2 weeks (retention)
Typical MRR:Retention-focused
Complexity & Timeline
| MVP Type | Complexity (1-5) | Setup Time | Maintenance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SaaS MVP | 14-21 days | Low | |
| Marketplace MVP | 21 days | Medium | |
| AI App MVP | 14-21 days | Medium | |
| Internal Tools | 10-14 days | Low | |
| Customer Portal | 14-21 days | Low |
Quick Decision Guide
"I want recurring revenue from software" SaaS MVP
"I want to connect buyers and sellers" Marketplace MVP
"I want to leverage AI/LLMs" AI App MVP
"I want to automate my team's work" Internal Tools
"I want to give clients self-service" Customer Portal
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