RevenueCat has saved me over 50 hours, why do I love it so much?
Tags: webdev, revenuecat, mobile, react
Published: 2024-06-21 09:49:19


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Hello! My name is Egor, and I'm an indie developer creating useful applications that utilize AI. So far, I’ve released 5 apps:

1.  **StepAhead** ([iOS](https://apps.apple.com/app/id6504284650)) — helps you beat procrastination by breaking down your tasks into small, manageable steps
    
2.  **Prompt Forge** ([iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/prompt-forge/id6480447004)) — teaches you how to code with AI
    
3.  **Space Academy Quiz** ([iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/space-academy-quiz/id6483865704)/[Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.hyperskill.app.saa.android)) — interesting facts about space in a quiz format
    
4.  **Feedback Loop: Interview Prep** ([iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/feedback-loop-interview-prep/id6499011407)) — to prepare for job interviews (AI product management)
    
5.  **Giggle Ohms — Resisting Boredom** ([iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/giggle-ohms-learn-by-memes/id6502453249)/[Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.hyperskill.app.np004.android)) — AI-generated jokes for hardware engineers

Why did I choose RevenueCat?
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### 1\. Integration with the App Store and Google Play and compliance with their requirements

RevenueCat provides easy integration with the App Store and Google Play. It offers ready-made packages for integration, eliminating the need to write complex code for handling purchases. For example, for React Native, there’s a package called React Native Purchases, which can be integrated with just one line of code. This invokes native payment windows on iOS and Android, while RevenueCat tracks the purchase and saves all the data.


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Additionally, RevenueCat automatically complies with all App Store and Google Play requirements. Both stores have strict requirements for subscription management, and failing to meet these requirements can result in your app being rejected. RevenueCat ensures that all necessary conditions are met, helping you avoid potential issues when publishing your app. This includes using the correct terminology, displaying subscriptions appropriately, and the use of necessary terms.

### 2\. Automation of subscription storage, restoration, and refunds

Another key benefit of RevenueCat is automating subscription storage and restoration. The platform automatically tracks subscriptions and purchase events and can restore subscriptions when needed.

For example, if a user buys a new device or reinstalls the app, their subscription could be lost. In such cases, the app might not recognize the existing subscription, but RevenueCat keeps all the information on its backend and can restore access with the push of a button. This is crucial for maintaining user loyalty and preventing frustration. It also significantly simplifies my life as a developer by handling these routine tasks automatically, allowing me to focus on app development.

RevenueCat also makes handling refund requests easy through its platform interface. If users are not satisfied with the service, they can quickly get their money back, saving you the time and effort of managing refunds.

### 3\. Analytics and subscription tracking

RevenueCat provides powerful analytics tools, allowing you to track purchases directly within the system. You can track various metrics, such as the number of active subscriptions, subscription revenue, cancellations, and refunds. This makes it easy to analyze subscription data and make informed decisions to improve the product. It also helps understand user behavior and optimize marketing strategies.


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### 4\. Configurable paywall templates

Configuring a paywall in the web interface gives you the flexibility to experiment and test different approaches. For example, you can set up different offers for various user groups and track which configuration leads to the highest number of subscriptions. This allows you to find optimal monetization strategies and improve conversion to purchase.

To sum up, I recommend RevenueCat to all developers looking for a reliable solution for managing subscriptions in their apps. RevenueCat can be compared to solutions like Stripe, but while Stripe is web-focused, RevenueCat is essentially Stripe for mobile applications. It provides all the necessary tools for managing subscriptions, which makes it an ideal choice for developers who want to focus on creating content and functionality rather than managing payments and subscriptions.

Thank you for reading this article! I hope my experience will be useful for your projects.