[skeeter2020]

I've commented above that this seems like a bad approach, but it sure feels like a lack of awareness vs. an intentional dark pattern. The internet makes it so easy to assume the worst but I think this is a case where we should start with the most charitable interpretation.

[sudodevnull]

Dark pattern? Pro plugins are built in the same way as is accessible to any user. What's the real issue?

[bkmq]

That you have to go looking, actively, to realise there is a paid option.