Alright folks... I took a bit different of an approach. You might want to read my
Full Review & Tutorial but I've summarized my opinion below:
I tried to add WP Review Site as a feature within my blog, basically reviewing affiliate programs. This plugin is more set up to accomodate one site dedicated completely to reviews.
If you have moderate experience customizing wordpress and are itching to get some sites that FOCUS on reviews, by all means YES, this is a GREAT product. However, I came to a few conclusions (quoted from my blog post):
OVERALL IMPRESSIONS THUS FAR:
This plugin has HUGE potential. I absolutely love the ease and effectiveness of phpBay and this has the potential to be another incredible weapon in the arsenal. The key word is “potential”… at the moment there are simply too many issues/questions to suggest this plugin to anyone/everyone:- Price… $99 for one license and $299 for unlimited licenses is a bit steep considering the plugin leaves too many questions unanswered. I’d say $99 for single license and $199 for unlimited would be more fair. Keep pirating in mind… make it affordable and I think you’ll be rewarded ($79/$129 perhaps)
- Support… Dan - You’ll increase the value astronomically if you provide support forums and you NEED to make a statement regarding upgrades of the product and what happens when Wordpress is upgraded. Questions will come into play once this plugin is used for a few months… questions that deserve to be answered if you’re buying the product. This could be a great product - extend its shelf life by providing support upfront.
- Not 4 Newbs… because some of the details are inherently technical and must be applied manually, the product will be a problem for complete newbs ESPECIALLY considering the lack of support forums. This is a product which could be a SAVIOR for newbs… but in its current form is just too problematic. I think with a little more effort this product could become quite a sensation across the board.
THE BOTTOM LINE- Not currently recommended for Newbs
- If you are currently LOOKING for a review plugin for wordpress and have at least mid range skills, look no further. This thing is pretty kick arse.
- If you love the idea of this plugin but aren’t pressed for an immediate review/ratings solution and/or are a newb, play wait and see while the WickedFire thread develops. If Dan polishes the product a bit based on suggestions and alters the price to make it a little more affordable, I think he’ll hit a homerun with WP Review Site. So why wouldn’t he?
I'm pretty sure Dan answered the "Why Wouldn't He" question above, saying he already gets 12 sales or so a day. If he cut the price in half and sold 25 a day he would be making the exact same amount.
HOWEVER... I think making the changes, providing support, making everything a bit more seamless could mean the difference between considering the product a success and considering the product a sensation.
This thing has HUGE potential. I can say that right now, while it might be a little "steep" in price - you're definitely getting a good product. This isn't a rip off by any means... WP Review Site is LEGIT.
Personally, I'm going to take a wait-and-see approach before I buy the single copy or the unlimited license. I'm more of a marketing guy and struggling with customizing code really frustrates me. Patch up some of the big issues, ad some support forums and run a limited time promotion price and I think you'll have an overwhelming success on your hands.
Great start, Dan. I'm really looking forward to seeing this product go and implementing it on my sites. I've only played around for a couple hours while making my blog post so I'll probably come back after I have some more time to work with it. But... I wanted to get back to you and the community today as I promised.
HUGE NOTE: If Dan will let you upgrade from single license to unlimited license at no additional charge, there isn't much of a risk in buying it now. The WORST that can happen is he improves the product, you love it and you apply it to a ton of sites.
There ya have it. Buy the single license and see if you can make the magic happen. Afterall, its only $99! Dan can you confirm that you'll honor this?