Do you think early users care about design or just function?

I’ve been thinking about how much design quality actually matters in the earliest stages of a product.

Some users don’t seem to mind rough edges if the tool genuinely solves a problem. Others instantly bounce if the UI doesn’t feel “trustworthy.”

As founders, we often obsess over every pixel but maybe early adopters just want momentum and clarity.

What’s your take?

Would you rather ship a rough MVP fast or delay for a polished first impression?