r/WebApps • u/foolfishgames • 1h ago
Walletwait app — let your friends debate your next impulse buy
Hey everyone!
I'm a developer at FoolFishGames, and I wanted to share Walletwait app — a web app that turns “should I buy this?” into a social game.
Imagine wanting a $40 gadget. Instead of another yes/no poll in the group chat, you submit a little purchase request and let people make the case for or against it.
How it works:
- Add the item, price, buying reason, and an alternative.
- Send it to a group of friends or the public square.
- People approve or reject the request and explain their reasoning.
- Review other people's requests too. The final buying decision stays with you.
It seems like a fun fit for friends who enjoy debating small everyday decisions, or anyone who wants a pause before an impulse purchase.
For some background, New Weekly reported that a purchase-approval game in China had attracted over 300,000 participants.
Try it here: walletwait app
Walletwait app supports both English and Chinese. You can browse the public square without logging in; submitting requests and participating requires Google or email sign-in.
I'd be interested in feedback on two things:
- Is it clear what to do when you first open the site?
- Would you use this with friends, or would opinions from strangers be more useful?
As a developer, what interests me about Walletwait app is how it turns a private moment of hesitation into something other people can participate in. Writing down why you want an item might already make you reconsider it, even before anyone votes.
But I think the real value has to come from the reasons behind the votes. Ten “reject” votes don’t tell you much. One person asking “Would you still want this if it weren’t on sale?” might actually help. That makes me wonder whether the product should give thoughtful replies more attention than the approval score.
There’s also an interesting tension between friends and strangers. Friends understand your situation, but might just agree with you. Strangers can offer a fresh perspective, but they’re judging a purchase with very little context. A small treat can easily look unnecessary to someone who knows nothing about your day.
My biggest question is whether the reviewer role stays fun. People don’t have a purchase to submit every day. Would they come back just to discuss someone else’s decision, or does the novelty wear off after a few rounds?
If I were evaluating this product, I’d look at whether people return to review requests and whether the replies help them think—not just how many votes get cast.
Would you use something like this mainly as a game with friends, or as a place to get an outside opinion before buying something?
