Is a Augmented Reality Timer App Subscription Worth It?

Users are extremely frustrated with deceptive pricing models where 'free' apps lock basic features (intervals >4 minutes) behind paywalls, and $0.99 apps require additional $1.99 upgrades for advertised features. The incremental pricing ($0.99 + $1.99 = $2.99 total) feels manipulative. Many users would pay $1-2 upfront but refuse to pay after feeling deceived.

Users show clear willingness to pay for quality timer apps ($1-3 range mentioned positively), but only when pricing is transparent upfront. Several users mention they'd pay $1-2 immediately if told honestly, but refuse to pay after discovering hidden limitations. The $12/year subscription for Repeat Timer was considered excessive for a simple timer.

Strong preference for one-time purchase. Users explicitly reject subscription models for simple timer functionality. One user stated: 'I might have paid to unlock the longer times if it was like $1-2 dollars up front, but $12' (rejecting subscription). No positive mentions of subscriptions.