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Even knowing that, I much prefer software I buy and own forever. I have too many subscriptions already and I feel icky knowing there’s all these leeches drainin
by josephg 4y ago
Even knowing that, I much prefer software I buy and own forever. I have too many subscriptions already and I feel icky knowing there’s all these leeches draining money automatically from my bank account every month, with not enough visibility.
A few weeks ago I was looking at iPad apps to help me learn piano. They all want a $15/month subscription or something, and I hate it. I know what I’m like - I’ll subscribe then forget and end up spending $100 for an app I use twice. I ended up getting an in person music teacher instead. It’s more expensive, but it feels better spending the money like that.
Software I buy then own (or even, pay for once a year for updates like Jetbrains) feels better because each renewal feels like an active, conscious choice.
- birdman3131 4y agoI have a file manager for my phone. (File commander) They have a pro version that I would gladly pay for but the only way to get it is as a monthly subscription. So I just don't buy it.
- cercatrova 4y agoFor apps like those, I just find cracks online and install those apps with all pro features included.
- ThunderSizzle 4y agoWhy would a file manager that runs locally and doesn't require tons of flashy features have a monthly subscription? It's so stupid. I prefer the Jetbrains model of pay subscription or license, but subscriptions become cheaper as you had more time subscribed (IIRC, 30% discount on 3rd year)
- jhanschoo 4y agoConsider subscribing, and then cancelling, if the monthly fee is worth a one-time use