Business idea · SaaS
Gamified Quit Vaping App
Gamified Quit Vaping App is an application designed to help users quit vaping by gamifying the process, allowing users to track their usage and progress towards quitting. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "Dumb iPhone Apps Are Making People Rich Again (Here’s how)" (aired February 24, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Dumb iPhone Apps Are Making People Rich Again (Here’s how) |
| Aired | February 24, 2026 |
| Category | SaaS |
| Real companies on the episode | UOS (Entrepreneur Operating System), YouTube Strategy Agency, Push Scroll, Hampton, Puff Count, Five-O Scanner |
The problem it solves
This app helps those struggling with nicotine addiction by providing a fun and engaging way to reduce consumption and stay motivated.
How it makes money
Subscription model or one-time purchase, potentially with partnerships for additional health resources.
Skills you need
App development, understanding of addiction treatment methods, and marketing skills to appeal to the target demographic.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of health-focused mobile applications has created an opportunity for a gamified quit vaping app that leverages existing behavioral science techniques. A viable first-revenue move is to partner with wellness-focused subreddits, offering premium features in exchange for subscriptions. However, a significant risk involves the regulatory landscape surrounding nicotine products, which may complicate marketing efforts and require compliance with health regulations.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- UOS (Entrepreneur Operating System)
A framework for managing company operations and goals, often used by startups to streamline processes.
- YouTube Strategy Agency
An agency that helps large companies build their YouTube teams and develop effective content strategies.
- Push Scroll
An app that blocks access to social media until the user completes a set number of push-ups.
- Hampton
A company that operates using asynchronous systems to manage tasks and workflows, allowing flexibility for employees.
- Puff Count
An app designed to help users track their nicotine usage in order to quit vaping.
- Five-O Scanner
An iPhone app that allows users to listen to police scanner feeds.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: Dumb iPhone Apps Are Making People Rich Again (Here’s how)
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.