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Thanks ! Actually 40% of our current beta users are existing Algolia customers. Maintaining separate indexes for every sorting / ranking option and intentionally restricting the application to stay under limit is a drawback that many complain about. Our On-Premises option is something which a few potential customers have been interested in.
So won't you have the same problem? Limited customer lock in?
Of course. We are doing our best to build a rock solid product which is fast, flexible, cost-effective with excellent support.
Finally, it is the customers call. They are going to choose what works best for them :)