After all, it should be fair to assume that if someone here won't even consider upgrading after using the free, ostensibly "limited" version for a bit, then they are not that software's target customer to begin with. But at least there are still some GOTD contributors that realize there are better marketing strategies than dumping glorified demos on us, like offering substantial discounts for full versions, or holding back certain features that the "power-users" will likely want. I can understand that it bothers some of these vendors that a substantial percentage of users here won't cough up the dough for a proper license after receiving a free version. The only thing I can say to temper my rant is that I don't currently see any evidence of a subscription-based purchase scheme on MiniTool's website, so I guess this is just a "privilege" reserved for us GOTD-ers.
To make this whole thing even more unseemly, I can tell you from experience that they typically only push out two or three minor updates in between so-called "major" revision updates (e.g., v7.xx -> v8.xx, 8->9, etc.), and it can sometimes go years in between major updates! So-apart from jump-on-the-bandwagon bald-faced greed, what's MiniTool's excuse?
This represents quite a bit of dedication and labor on the part of the developers, yet in no case have I paid for any game more than once. Or how about we compare this program to your average game? I own hundreds of games on delivery platforms like Steam and GOG, many of which have received a steady stream of bug fixes, patches, and buffs since purchase, years ago in some cases.
However I can see no legitimate reason why a fairly static utility such as a partition manager would warrant reoccurring payment certainly no more than your average word processor, database program, or third-party file manager. I use a number of web-based apps and services that I pay for on a monthly or yearly basis because they provide an ongoing service, and these services are updated and upgraded regularly. Anti-virus/anti-malware software requires ongoing R&D and enjoys frequent, sometimes even daily, updates. I have never been one to whine about subscription-based pricing models-when it makes sense. But I've recommended this very good program countless times over the years, and for anyone who spends a modicum of time upgrading or building computers, upgrading disk drives, hacking/modding mobile phone ROM's, etc., I used to wholeheartedly proclaim that for such a useful tool, it's money well-spent.īut that was before they moved to this lamentable and obnoxious subscription-based purchase scheme. As a long-time user of MPW Pro (purchased over 7 years ago), I personally have no need of today's giveaway.
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