When they already picked a competitor
A Reddit thread where someone already chose another tool can still be worth a reply, if you help instead of pitch.
You find a Reddit thread asking for a tool like yours, but the top reply says "I went with X." It's tempting to skip it or jump in with "try mine instead."
Help with the choice they made
- Answer their real question, even if the answer involves the other tool.
- If you know a limit of that tool, mention it plainly and without spin.
- Mention that you built an alternative in one line, and only if it fits.
Why it's still worth it
- Other people read that thread later, still deciding.
- A fair reply earns more trust than a pitch.
- If the other tool doesn't work out, they'll remember who was helpful.
First10 finds the Reddit threads where people ask for tools like yours, including the ones where you're not the first answer.
