I think subscriptions make sense when you use a product that requires maintenance, support and other things. If you buy something that you can use as is and not

I think subscriptions make sense when you use a product that requires maintenance, support and other things. If you buy something that you can use as is and not need additional support etc except may be during purchase/installation process, then one time makes sense. Most SaaS these days are subscription because it makes sense. Companies like BMW trying to charge for heated seat subscription is bullshit. I have an Acura TL 2010 with amazing heated seats all paid for once when I bought the car. Still runs amazing in 2023.