Thoughts on App Store and Play Store commissions?

It's not like there's much choice you have :(

I applied for Apple reduced commission of 15%. Just search for it and apply. As long as your apps total revenue are less than $1m/yr you'll be accepted.

"I think it's unfair that the app stores take a cut of in-app purchases, but not of physical goods."

30% commission is a heated topic, for sure. it's a big slice, especially for indie developers and startups. google's move to 15% was a positive step. shows flexibility and perhaps a little empathy for devs. yet, these platforms provide immense reach and convenience. that's their value proposition, and they know it. alternatives? definitely room for them. monopoly isn't healthy in any ecosystem. competition drives innovation, after all. but, building a new store comes with its challenges. it's not just the tech; it's trust, convenience, and the network. so, what can we do? advocate for change, sure. but also be creative within existing constraints. think multi-platform, diversified income streams. and for those who have switched to web apps or direct sales: share your experience. pros, cons? the community needs diverse insights. love to hear everyone's thoughts on this. it's a collective challenge and it calls for a collective conversation.

You're preaching to the choir as far as I'm concerned! So steep

Apple is just ridiculous. Not only do you have to pay $100/yr for a developer account they also take a 30% commission. Google's model is much better for developers. A one time payment of $20 for a developer account as well as 15% commission. There really isn't any extra value to Apple's ecosystem either other than it's the largest.