Ask HN: Which model is more effective?

1 pointsby karlclementvor 15 Jahren3 comments

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,

3 comments

tstvor 15 Jahren

Depends on your product and customers.

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1907332

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=335514

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1787533

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=302202

http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=375417

karlclementvor 15 Jahren

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,

ceslamivor 15 Jahren

Premium themes work for Tumblr.