I run a Reddit pain-point mining service — here's what founders actually struggle with (not what X(Twitter) says)

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I've gone through 15+ threads across r/SEO and Indie Hackers over the last few weeks. Not advice threads. Complaint threads.

Here's what I'm seeing consistently (SEO niche):

1. Backlinks aren't the problem — getting them cheaply is

Everyone knows backlinks matter. The real issue: there's no affordable way to find natural backlink opportunities. Most tools start at $99/month. Small builders are priced out.

2. Experienced SEOs are stuck on direction, not skill
Multiple threads. People with 5–10 years experience saying the same thing: "Once I have direction, I can execute." That's not a skill gap. That's a product/opportunity gap.

3. AI content isn't killing SEO — sameness is
People aren't complaining about AI itself. They're noticing everything sounds the same now. No tool currently tells you: "Your content looks identical to your competitors.

4. Internal linking is still unsolved at scale
One thread: 700+ upvotes, multiple people building tools, others begging for access. Clear demand. Still no good solution.
What this means

The SEO market doesn't need more tools. It needs cheaper tools, narrower tools, tools that solve one painful problem properly.
What I'm doing with this

I run this analysis as a service for founders who want to know where the real gaps are in their niche — before they build. If you're exploring the SEO space or any other niche, happy to share what I find. Email in bio.