SMRTR ProgrammingJul 19, 2025Daily.dev

The Smart Money on How Devs Should Charge for Apps

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App developers should reconsider long-term subscription plans, as users now prefer weekly subscriptions or one-time purchases. A new report shows weekly plans generate the most revenue globally, growing by 10% since 2024 and capturing nearly half of all subscriptions, while long-term and lifetime subscriptions have declined significantly.

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