How do you decide whether to pay for a product 💵 or stick with the free version? 🆓

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Hey PH friends, most of us start with the free version of a product to try it out, but at some point, we wonder if it’s worth paying for the extra features (like I’m thinking about for X/Twitter 🤭).

Do you make the switch when the free version no longer meets your needs? Or is it more about saving time and getting the most out of the product? (For example, I bought an Adobe membership 5 years ago when I needed more advanced features.) Or maybe it’s just about supporting the creators.

On that note, I’m curious—if you were using my product, www.feedspace.io, would you consider upgrading, or would you prefer sticking to the free version? No pressure at all, just genuinely curious to know what helps you make that decision?

I’d love to hear your thoughts!💬

Business Marketing with Nika · Accepted Answer

I consider probable outcomes I can have with the product. If it is clear that it can help me with creation process significantly and bring me money (e.g. creating videos for me, my clients) – I am going for it.

If something exists and I needed it, I probably already paid for it :)

Archana Jha · Answer

Great question! For me, the decision to upgrade from a free version to a paid plan usually comes down to a mix of things. If I hit a point where the free version no longer covers my needs (like needing more advanced features or higher limits), I’m definitely more inclined to pay.

Dharmi Gohil · Answer

If I cannot do without a product then I will definitely pay for it, otherwise no need to buy or will go with a free alternative

Vlad Yan · Answer

I pay for any product that saves me time or money. If the value I get from a product is higher or matches the price - I will gladly pay for it.

Juliette BEGUE · Answer

Depending on:

- My needs
- The time it takes to switch from the tool I'm currently using
- The features offered in the paid version

For example, I'm currently using Zoho as my webinar solution. The free version was sufficient at first, but as more and more people subscribed, I eventually had to upgrade to the paid version :)

Blondelle Pai · Answer

I upgrade when the free version no longer does the job. If I need more advanced features like with design tools its worth it

Timothy Bramlett · Answer

Is it helping me make money or save money? If yes keep.

Janak Patel · Answer

I decide based on whether the paid version offers significant value or features that justify the cost compared to the free version.

Priyanka Saini · Answer

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Time is money for me. If the paid version saves time, I’ll pay. I’d upgrade if Feedspace makes my workflow smoother.

Lanfranco Iwanaga · Answer

I use FREE tools or FREE TRIALS

Rahul Parmar · Answer

I stick with the free version until I see a clear value in upgrading that justifies the cost.

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Well, I suppose it depends on how much of the gap it fills for my burning need.

Simon🍋 · Answer

Value vs need. If it boosts productivity, solves a pain point, or makes me money, I'll pay. For example, Apollo.io subscription is pricey but brings great leads. Can't imagine going back to the free plan now.

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Free versions work until I need more functionality. I upgraded my email tool for better analytics, so I’d pay if it’s a big value add.

How do you decide whether to pay for a product 💵 or stick with the free version? 🆓

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