What is your opinion on lifetime deals ?

I didn't use them as a maker but they don't seem to be sustainable for the long run. I'd rather offer a free tier

It is a responsiblity

Seems it will not work on AI products

they are tricky! Might harm the profitability of the company

Some people hate subscriptions, and it can be a solid way to appease them. It depends on whether you’re able to provide a solution with sufficiently low usage costs, and how many customers you can win with it. Also it can be a solid source of cash flow early on

Lifetime deals can be a big winner or loser based on one key factor: Pricing Get that right and you won’t sacrifice too much revenue + it becomes a good source of social proof and user research.

As a customer: awesome! As an entrepreneur: terrible on the long term I wouldn't want to launch that on consumption based products

Another thing to consider is that your needs may change over time. For example, if you're a startup, you may not need all of the features of a professional email marketing platform at first. But as your business grows, you may need to upgrade to a more expensive plan. In this case, a lifetime deal may not be the best option for you.

Lifetime deals can be enticing for both businesses and consumers. For consumers, they offer long-term value without recurring expenses. For startups, they can provide an immediate influx of cash, valuable feedback, and early adopters. However, there's a flip side. Offering lifetime deals might set unsustainable expectations, and there's a risk of undervaluing long-term revenue streams. Also, if not managed properly, these deals can strain resources. In essence, while lifetime deals have their merits, it's crucial to weigh their benefits against potential long-term implications for sustainable business growth.

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Where do you plan to run ?

The main thing is to clarify that the offer is valid until the end of the life of the product or client:)

I personally love lifetime deals because they provide great value for money in the long run. However, it's important to carefully evaluate the product/service before making a purchase. Has anyone here had any negative experiences with lifetime deals?

I believe it's a fantastic thing, specifically when it is tailored for early adopters of your project. Just like what I'm offering to early adopters of my upcoming CRM, CJPath.com.

My 2 cents: They are good for generating first revenues and gathering useful feedback. Depending on your product they can be a way to validate hypotheses and/or learn about your or other markets. But use it with care. Do not jump in all of the users features requests. Very often, they are not even your ICP

lifetime deals can be a great way to save money on software and services that you use regularly. However, it's important to do your research and make sure that the deal is right for you before you buy.

like them, lifetime deals are always tempting, offering significant upfront savings 🤑

Lifetime deals can be a great way to save money on products and services that you use regularly. If you're sure that you'll continue to use a product or service for many years to come, then a lifetime deal can be a great investment.

I've run LTDs as a founder. It is absolutely perfect if you don't pay monthly costs on servers, APIs etc. But if you do, it is still a great way to get first revenue, which you can reinvest in promoting monthly subscriptions. Besides, you're getting the proof of concept - if users are buying your product and giving reviews - that's the product market fit understanding right there.