Such an industry full of whiners. It's $50 for the most important tool your business will use. 1/2 tank of gas. I can't believe so much complaining.
Simply put, this tool has had the single greatest impact on my business in the almost 15 years doing this. Next to no set up, complete database, customer view history, two clicks to create purchase orders. If time is money this is the best investment any of you could hope for. If you can't use the hours you save to make an extra $50 or spend time with your family then that's your problem.
The tool isn't perfect. Nothing is. And if you don't like it for that, ok, that's cool. But you whine about $50 when they give you the option to not pay by being loyal to the platform is crazy. You are all small business owners and should understand the need to keep the doors open.
I for one would be happy to pay for this product and meet and shake the hands and buy the owner a drink for bringing this tool to my improved my business.
Send a po for 2 TVs a month and youre good. Come one guys....