The Subscription
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Original reporting and how-to guides on managing, comparing, and cancelling subscriptions. Written by humans, fact-checked by editors, monetized only by the Subcut iOS app.
From the editor
Most personal finance writing about subscriptions falls into one of two buckets: "here are five tips" listicles or "subscription apocalypse" hot takes. We try to do neither. The Subcut blog exists to answer specific, practical questions about subscriptions, the kinds you'd ask a friend who happened to spend their week reading App Store pricing pages and FTC enforcement filings.
Every article is hand-written by a member of our editorial team, fact-checked against primary sources (company TOS, pricing pages, court filings, FTC actions), and re-verified quarterly. We do not use AI to draft articles. We do not accept sponsored placements or affiliate commissions from the brands we cover. Subcut monetizes through the iOS app subscription, and that's it.
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I Did a 30-Day Subscription Purge: Results
I cancelled every non-essential subscription for 30 days and saved $247. Here's exactly what I cut, what I missed, and what I'm never resubscribing to.
Best Project Management Subscriptions for Small Teams
Compare the best project management subscriptions for small teams in 2026. Asana, Monday, Linear, Notion, and ClickUp reviewed with pricing and features.
Car Subscription vs Lease vs Buy: 2026 Cost Breakdown
Car subscription vs leasing vs buying in 2026: complete cost comparison over 1, 3, and 5 years. Which option actually saves money? We ran the numbers.
Subscription Spending Gender Gap: Who Pays More?
Data reveals men spend 23% more on subscriptions than women, but the categories differ wildly. Explore the subscription spending gender gap with real data.
Hey vs Fastmail vs Proton Mail: Best Email 2026
Compare Hey, Fastmail, and Proton Mail email subscriptions for 2026. Features, pricing, privacy, and which paid email service is actually worth your money.
Worst Subscription Cancellation Dark Patterns 2026
The sneakiest subscription cancellation dark patterns in 2026, from guilt-trip modals to hidden cancel buttons. Learn to spot them and protect your wallet.
AI Image Generators: Midjourney vs DALL-E vs SD
Compare Midjourney, DALL-E 3, and Stable Diffusion subscription plans, image quality, pricing, and features. Find the best AI art generator for your needs.
Meal Kit vs Grocery Delivery: Which Saves More?
Meal kits vs grocery delivery subscriptions: we compared costs, food waste, time savings, and nutrition across HelloFresh, Blue Apron, Instacart, and more.
Gen Z and Subscription Fatigue: A Generation Fed Up
Gen Z spends $273/month on subscriptions yet 68% feel overwhelmed. Explore the data behind subscription fatigue and how younger consumers are fighting back.
Best Cybersecurity Subscriptions for Personal Use 2026
Compare the top cybersecurity subscriptions for 2026. Expert analysis of VPNs, password managers, antivirus suites, and identity protection services.
Your Smart TV's Hidden Subscription Costs Are Piling Up
That $400 smart TV comes with $200+/year in hidden subscription costs. From streaming apps to premium channels, we reveal the true cost of smart TV ownership.
Best Design Tool Subscriptions: Figma vs Canva vs Adobe
Figma, Canva, or Adobe Creative Cloud? We compare the top design tool subscriptions in 2026 on price, features, and which is right for your creative needs.
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