Flat-Rate Billing
Flat-rate billing charges a fixed amount per billing period, regardless of usage.
When should I read this?
Read this if you want to offer simple, predictable pricing with a fixed monthly or annual fee.
How it works
- Define a product with a fixed price
- Customer subscribes
- Same amount is billed each period
Example: Pro Plan at $49/month — customer pays $49 every month.
Setting up flat-rate pricing
When creating a product:
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat rate |
| Amount | Your price (e.g., $49) |
| Billing interval | Monthly, yearly, etc. |
Best practices
- Keep it simple — one price, one value proposition
- Offer annual discounts — incentivize longer commitments
- Bundle features — instead of charging per feature
When to use flat-rate
✓ Good for:
- Simple products with clear value
- Predictable revenue forecasting
- Low-touch customer relationships
✗ Not ideal for:
- Variable usage patterns
- Enterprise deals with custom pricing
- Pay-as-you-go models
Combining with other models
Flat-rate can be a base fee combined with:
- Usage-based overage charges
- Per-seat add-ons
- One-time setup fees