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Median product "lifespan" has fallen from ~4y down to ~1.5y

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The average lifespan of SaaS products has dropped sharply from about 4 years to about 1.5 years, driven by low-cost AI-assisted development leading to higher abandonment rates.

Key points

  • •The average lifespan of SaaS products hovered around 4 years for a long time but dropped sharply in 2026 to about 1.5 years.
  • •Low-cost software development using AI (vibe coding) has made it easier to create and release products.
  • •The reduction in development costs has led to an increase in products being abandoned shortly after release.
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