I hate to cry, but….
Adobe’s switch to a subscription-based model for its Creative Suite has been a source of frustration for many users. In the past, users could purchase a perpetual license for Adobe’s software and use it indefinitely. This pay-once-and-forget-it model was convenient for users and allowed them to budget for their software expenses upfront.
However, Adobe has since switched to a subscription model, which requires users to pay a recurring fee in order to use the software. This model has several drawbacks for users:
- Cost: The subscription model can be more expensive in the long run, as users must pay a recurring fee instead of paying a one-time fee for a perpetual license.
- Lack of ownership: With a subscription, users do not own the software and are simply renting it for a certain period of time. If they stop paying the subscription fee, they lose access to the software.
- Limited flexibility: Users are locked into the subscription model and cannot switch to a different payment plan or cancel their subscription without incurring additional fees.
- Forced updates: Users are required to stay up to date with the latest version of the software, which may not always be necessary or desirable. This can result in users being forced to pay for features they don’t need or use.
Overall, the switch to a subscription model has been a source of frustration for many Adobe users. While the pay-once-and-forget-it model may not have been perfect, it offered users more flexibility and control over their software expenses. It remains to be seen whether Adobe will consider alternative payment models in the future.