Is this worth building for UK makers? Free samples in exchange for real feedback

Hi everyone,

I’m testing an idea and would love honest feedback from UK small business owners.

The idea is simple:

A UK platform where makers can offer a limited number of free samples to local consumers in exchange for feedback, reviews, and potential repeat customers.

Rough landing page: Checkout

Example:

A cupcake maker lists 20 free mini cupcakes.

People nearby claim a sample, try it, and leave feedback.

It could also work for:

- Indie food brands

- Bakers

- Snack makers

- Beauty/skincare brands

- Handmade product sellers

- Market traders

- New product launches

The problem I’m trying to solve:

Small makers often rely on Instagram, Facebook groups, markets, or influencer gifting to get products in front of people.

But those routes can be noisy, time-consuming, or expensive.

This would be more direct:

Makers' list samples.

Local people claim them.

Makers get real feedback and possible new customers.

My main question:

Would UK makers actually use this?

A few things I’d love your thoughts on:

1. Would you give away a small number of samples if it helped you get feedback or attract local customers?

2. What would worry you most?

Freebie hunters, no feedback, delivery cost, admin, fake reviews, or something else?

3. Would pickup, local delivery, postal delivery, or market/event collection work best?

4. Would you pay a small fee to list a sample campaign if the platform brought you the right local people?

I’m not trying to promote a finished product yet. I’m trying to find out whether this is worth implementing properly.

Would you use something like this?

And if not, what would stop you?