What happens if the Sumo package get's too small for me?
-- EDIT -- Besides that good work, don't take my comment negatively :)
But, after seeing your video, and the number of times a user has to click on different elements - it's clear this is not a simple logging tool. I also think the video could be (a) called out above the fold and (b) include some sort of voice over.
I feel there is a market ready and waiting for those that work on more abstract sorts of things. Situations where work might form more organically from a blog post on http://blogging.cwl.cc (it's happened) or a small idea (more frequent), and eventually turns into billing or a larger scale project. With tools like these that are project-based - It feels like logging friction is much to high.
The problem is not being solved (in my opinion) because generally no one wants to log what they do, but for those that have decided to do so, there should be little to no clicking and a process to capture everything written in very low overhead manner (mobile support is essential).
So far, no tool seems to be as good as a simple OTA sync'ed calendar. So far.
It's interesting that you were attracted by its simplicity headline, but that you feel it's not that simple to enter time. We definitely need to address this if it could be streamlined further.
Agreed that mobile support is essential and we are working on resolving this. Low overhead is key.
We are learning a hell of a lot as a result of the feedback on Hacker News and you raise some key fundamentals areas to review.
Thanks, I really appreciate you taking the time to let us know your thoughts.
I look forward to seeing how this project unfolds and I appreciate you taking the time to read my suggestions.
Kevin
It's not for everyone, but it resonates with some folks (the minimalist UI + keyboard driven nature and available CLI).
I think for many freelancers the question is going to be: why would I stop using Harvest to use your tool? For me, I didn't see the reason.
Not saying you don't have a good product here - just think the marketing message could be clearer.
Also, having to start writing a project's name to find it is not very efficient.
Agreed, a couple of people have commented about how to make the pricing plans more obvious and clearer
Good work though! :-)
@media only screen and (max-width: 800px) { .tuck-corners .headline, .tuck-corners h2 { display:none !important; } }
at the end of your style sheet. It (should!) hide the messy bit on the homepage from smaller screens and let people see/fill in the 30 trial day form.
Lobster.