Inspired by Yelp

Build a Yelp-Style Review Platform MVP

Create a local business review and discovery platform.

4-6 months

Development Time

$25,000 - $50,000

Estimated Cost

Problem Solved

Helping consumers find and evaluate local businesses through trusted reviews.

Target Audience

Specific business verticals

Regional markets

Niche communities

Industry associations

Core MVP Features

Business listings

Search and filtering

User reviews and ratings

Photo uploads

Business owner claims

User profiles

Mobile app

Location-based discovery

How to Differentiate

Specific vertical focus
Better review quality
Community features
Verified reviewer programs
Regional expertise

Revenue Models

Advertising (sponsored listings)Premium business profilesLead generation feesSubscription for businessesBooking/transaction fees

Technical Requirements

Location services

Review moderation

Search with filters

Photo storage and optimization

Map integration

SEO for business pages

Key Success Metrics

Businesses listedReviews submittedMonthly active usersSearch-to-business view rateBusiness claim rate

Success Stories

Zocdoc

Yelp for doctors

$223M raised

Avvo

Yelp for lawyers

$132M raised

G2

Yelp for software

$100M raised

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you get initial reviews?

Seed with power users/early adopters. Incentivize first reviews (without buying them). Focus on quality over quantity initially.

How do you handle fake reviews?

Verification systems, AI detection, user reputation scores, and human moderation. Transparent review policies build trust.

Why not just use Google Reviews?

Google is general-purpose. Vertical-specific platforms offer better discovery, curated categories, and community for specific business types.

Ready to Build Your Yelp Clone?

We'll help you launch an MVP in 21 days for $3,999. Get a production-ready product, not just a prototype.

Start Building

Related Use Cases

Inspired by Airbnb