The build-versus-partner comparison, and the operational cost people underestimate.
In-houseWith FlexionPer-store billing integrationRepeated per store, per SDK updateHandled once by FlexionStore accounts & complianceStudio manages each relationshipFlexion managesCertification & resubmissionsStudio engineering timeFlexionPayments & reconciliationMultiple payers, multiple currenciesOne consolidated statementOngoing maintenancePermanent overheadIncluded
The initial integration is rarely the problem. The recurring cost is maintenance: store policy changes, SDK deprecations, payment provider changes and per-territory compliance — each of which lands on a live-ops team already committed to your Play roadmap.