I usually check if the product is easy to use and has a clear purpose. If it looks like it’ll solve a problem or make something simpler for me, I’m more likely to give it a try. I also look for user reviews to see if others have had a good experience.
@almeda_langfitt That’s a great approach! Ease of use and a clear purpose are crucial. User reviews are also very helpful for getting real-world feedback. Thanks for sharing!
@evan_christophers Absolutely, it definitely varies by product type. But you're right, the key is how well it addresses the specific need or problem you're trying to solve.
Before trying out a product, I look for features that fit my needs and make sure it has good support and updates. If it has a trial or free version, that’s a big plus because it lets me test it out before committing.
@quico_benford That's a smart approach! Ensuring the product fits your needs, has good support, and offers updates is crucial. Trials or free versions are indeed great for testing before committing.
Same here: first and foremost I understand if it solves the one thing I'm currently trying to accomplish.
I'm finding it quite cumbersome to establish that for each software separately though!
How about you, is picking a software product easy or tough for you?
Questions I ask myself for b2b products:
1. What problem does this solve?
2. How does it work?
3. Can I afford it?
4. Does it actually work? (looking for social proof)
The feature must definitely be able to solve my problem at the moment and be easy to use, it shouldn’t be complicated so as to make my life easier, the basic use of technology
For me it needs to have clear utility and something I can get a sense of how to use within minutes.
I encounter so many fancy looking products where I just can’t figure out how to use them within a few minutes and I just give up.