Rent or own: which software should be a subscription?
Rent what needs a server. Own what doesn't.
Rule of thumb
Needs a serverrent
Runs on your deviceown
Side by side
SubscriptionOwnce
You payEvery month or yearOnce
You getA large serviceOne tool, one job
It runsOn their serversOn your device
Your filesIn their cloudWith you
You stop payingAccess endsNothing changes
Best forSync, teams, cloudFocused everyday work
Two ways to build software
Built to be rented
- Add features to justify the next bill
- Heavier every year
- Needs you online
Built to be owned
- One job, done well
- Light and fast
- Works where you are
Not against subscriptions
Storage, sync and teamwork should be services. Ownce is for the everyday tools that were never meant to be rented.