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Ask HN: Which model is more effective?

Posted by karlclement on Sunday February 20, 2011 @10:20AM
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Hello there,

I was wondering, which model is more effective to attract users?

-A Freemium and Premium approach, in other words a premium Saas application

-Or, a completely free application using advertising as monetization.

What are your recommendations?

If you have any past experiences, please share.

Thanks everyone,

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Re:Ask HN: Which model is more effective? by karlclement on Sunday February 20, 2011 @01:09PM (#2242529)
Thank you for your reply. I've read all of your submissions, very helpful. Leaning more towards a completely free application.

Take for example a blogging platform such as Posterous or Tumblr. Any suggestions as to how I would monetize my application other then direct banner advertising?

Past experiences?

Thank you for your help,

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Re:Ask HN: Which model is more effective? by ceslami on Sunday February 20, 2011 @09:45PM (#2244030)
Premium themes work for Tumblr.
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