We’re seeing more and more Mac apps switching to subscription-based models. It reminds me of premium channels on my Apple TV: I cut my cable a long time ago, and was happy to have the option to add HBO, Showtime, and others without needing a cable subscription… but the cost added up fast. It’s not going to be a sustainable model for users who need more than a couple of apps.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://brettterpstra.com/2016/11/09/setapp-sustainable-recurring-revenue-for-mac-developers