Before You Spend Thousands on a Patent, Find Out If Your Idea Is Worth Protecting
Every year, thousands of inventors pour money into patents for ideas that already exist, can't be protected, or have no market. SPARK gives you professional patent research, a GOAT Validation Scorecard, and market analysis — all in plain English — so you know the truth before you commit.
SPARK is produced by Montgomery IP Associates and overseen by independent, licensed patent practitioners. FSBI is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. SPARK is decision-support research, not a legal opinion.
Find Out If My Idea Is Worth FilingPatents are first-to-file. While you wait, someone else could file first.
Most Inventors Don't Fail Because Their Idea Is Bad
They fail because they filed too early—before knowing if their idea was protectable, unique, or commercially viable. SPARK exists to prevent that costly mistake.
SPARK PRO – The Complete Invention Validation System
No B.S. Sanity Check — Gut Check + Reality Check + Safety Check in one. Should I move forward, change direction, or pause?
The complete invention validation system.
Save $198 vs. buying separately — patent research, graphics, legal assessment, and engineering feasibility in one package.
Patent Research (Basic)
- ✓ GOAT Validation Scorecard
- ✓ Patent prior art research in plain English
- ✓ Protection snapshot (copyright, trademark, branding)
- ✓ Branding & channel strategy + 90-day roadmap
Graphics + Marketing
- ✓ Professional KISS invention graphic
- ✓ Data-backed market overview (including D&B data)
Legal + Engineering
- ✓ Formal Patentability Assessment from licensed practitioner
- ✓ "Can it be made?" feasibility check
Most serious inventors choose SPARK PRO for complete clarity before filing.
Confidential. NDA-backed. Covered by our Customer Satisfaction Promise.
Before You Invest Thousands in a Patent, Answer These First
Does it already exist?
Professional prior art search reveals what's out there.
Can it be protected?
Not every invention qualifies for patent protection.
Is there a market?
95% of patents never make money (USPTO data).
The average patent costs $5K-$15K. SPARK answers all three questions starting at just $99.
Start Small. Upgrade When You're Ready.
Not ready for the full package? Choose the SPARK level that fits your budget. You can always step up later.
Basic + Legal Review
No B.S. Safety Check — how crowded is this space, and can it actually be protected?
- Everything in SPARK Basic
- Formal Patentability Assessment
- Feasibility check from licensed practitioner
Basic + Visuals
No B.S. Reality Check — can this idea actually exist as a real-world product?
- Everything in SPARK Basic
- Professional KISS invention graphic
- Data-backed market overview
Patent Search Only
No B.S. Gut Check — does this idea show plausible patent potential and market interest?
- GOAT Validation Scorecard
- Patent prior art research
- Protection snapshot
- Branding feedback & 90-day roadmap
SPARK is covered by our Customer Satisfaction Promise. All work is conducted under strict confidentiality and backed by NDAs.
Compare Every Package Before You Commit
See exactly what's included at each level—so you pick the right one.
| Feature | SPARK PRO Sanity Check |
SPARK Legal Safety Check |
SPARK Graphic Reality Check |
SPARK Basic Gut Check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOAT Validation Scorecard | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Patent Prior Art Research – Plain English, not legal advice | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Protection Snapshot – Copyright, trademark & branding overview | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Branding & Channel Strategy – 90-day roadmap | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| KISS Invention Graphic – Professional product visual | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Market Overview – Data-backed analysis including D&B | ✓ | — | ✓ | — |
| Formal Patentability Assessment – Licensed practitioner | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Feasibility Check – "Can it be made?" engineering review | ✓ | ✓ | — | — |
| Price | $897 | $598 | $398 | $99 |
Inventors Who Got Clarity Before They Filed
"SPARK gave me the confidence to move forward. The patent research showed my idea was unique, and the market analysis confirmed there was demand. Now I'm in production and selling on Amazon."
"SPARK showed me my idea already existed with three similar patents. Disappointing? Yes. But I'm glad I found out for $99 instead of spending $10,000 on a patent attorney and prototype."
"SPARK told me my original idea wasn't patentable, but the research helped me see a related opportunity that WAS protectable. I pivoted, filed a patent, and now I'm moving forward with confidence."
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SPARK a patent filing service?
No. SPARK is pre-filing validation and research. If you choose SPARK Legal or SPARK PRO, you'll get a formal Patentability Assessment from a licensed practitioner. If you decide to file a patent application after SPARK, we can help with that next step.
What's the difference between the packages?
SPARK Basic ($99) is patent research only. SPARK Graphic ($398) adds professional visuals and market data. SPARK Legal ($598) adds legal and engineering review. SPARK PRO ($897) bundles everything together at a savings.
How long does SPARK take?
Most SPARK reports are completed within 7-10 business days. If your package includes the legal review, allow an additional 3-5 days for the licensed practitioner's assessment.
What if I'm not satisfied?
SPARK Research is covered by our Customer Satisfaction Promise. Contact us within 30 days of receiving your report so we can work to correct the issue or refund the portion of services not delivered.
Is my idea protected during this process?
Absolutely. All work is conducted under strict confidentiality and backed by NDAs. Your idea is protected throughout the entire process.
Does SPARK use AI? How is it different from AI patent tools?
We're not against AI — we're against lazy, AI-only patent mills that spit out junk reports and call it "research." SPARK uses AI where it actually helps: scanning prior art faster, surfacing patterns across thousands of filings, and organizing data into something a human can reason about. Then an independent, licensed patent practitioner and Montgomery IP's product team review everything, pressure-test your idea, and translate the findings into plain English so you can make a smart decision. You get the speed of AI and the judgment of people who've seen thousands of ideas — not a copy-paste bot.
Don't Gamble Thousands on a Patent You Haven't Validated
Control your risk. Know what's out there. Understand if your idea is protectable, viable, and worth the investment—before you write the check. SPARK PRO gives you that clarity.
Protect My Investment — Validate First