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how is this sync price point real? (self.syncforlemmy)

submitted 1 year ago by Imgonnatrythis to c/syncforlemmy

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So I tried sync to see what all the rage was. Doesn't seem that different really from connect imo. I'm posting this with connect since sync can't seem to do basic functions like post to communities (really?!!) but they made sure to implement big blocks where "sponsored content" will soon be shown. I figured I'd pay a couple bucks because I really can't stand ads, but then saw its $20! I'm now assuming most of you commie bastards (said lovingly) are secretly trust fund brats? How can this be a viable price point for ad removal? Is sync really making that much from ads that this iis the conversion point? For the die hard fans, what are you getting from sync that you are not from connect? I'm not seeing the allure.

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[–] [email protected] 11 points 1 year ago (7 children)

Life is expensive man. And this is the dude's sole income. Also apps have long been improperly priced. A buck or two really isn't sustainable for what most developers put in.

[–] Imgonnatrythis 9 points 1 year ago (6 children)

But I think it is as that is often what the price for ad removal is in apps. This stands out as extreme. I pay for ad removal in the vast majority of apps that offer the option.

[–] [email protected] -2 points 1 year ago (5 children)

I Disagree. Just because a lot of apps only charge 99 cents for ad removal doesn't mean it is priced appropriately or that that is a good price for every app. The developer is not just doing this for money but this is his job and how we earns his primary income. So I absolutely think it is appropriately priced. And also the developer has a really good track record supporting their app for years upon years without ever asking for more money.

[–] Imgonnatrythis 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

That world view requires one to have a back story on every purchase they make and is placing value on a story rather than a direct experience. Nothing wrong with that for you, but that's not a generalizable practice. Ultimately people are more likely to use the app, compare it to many other apps, and decide whether paying 3-4 more times what most apps charge for ad freedom is worth it to them. In my opinion the current pricing is preying upon zealots early on and market forces will likely drive it down over time. In the meantime it's enough of a sticker-shock to leave a bad taste in many mouths.

[–] [email protected] -4 points 1 year ago

It ain't worth arguing with you over this it does not require some whole ass back story. And if the people want to support the App they will. If you don't like it just use a different app. There are plenty of Foss alternatives that are really good too.

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