Hey builders, we’ve got some exciting news from the UniBee team. We just gave our Billable Metrics a complete overhaul, making it way easier to build the sophisticated pricing models your SaaS deserves. If you’ve ever struggled with clunky billing setups, this update is for you.

We’ve focused on making the entire process—from creating metrics to monitoring usage—smoother, faster, and more intuitive. Let’s break down what’s new.

Creating Billable Metrics: Now Actually Enjoyable

We rebuilt the metric creation flow from scratch. The new billable metric interface feels like having a billing expert guiding you through each step.

What’s new:

  • Quick-start templates for common use cases like API calls and storage
  • Live previews that show exactly how your metrics will behave
  • Clear, helpful hints right where you need them

The whole thing follows a logical path: Event → Metric → Aggregation → Billing. No more guessing which step comes next.

The new billable metric creation interface, showing a template selector and configuration fields for defining a usage-based pricing model.

Connecting Metrics to Your Plans Made Simple

Once you’ve got your metrics defined, hooking them up to your product plans is straightforward. Head over to Plan → Advanced Setup – it’s your new command center for building hybrid pricing models.

Here’s the drill:

  1. Pick your pre-configured metric (like “API Requests”)
  2. Set your pricing
  3. Attach it to the right plan

That’s it. You can now mix and match flat-rate subscriptions with usage-based pricing without breaking a sweat.

Keeping Tabs on Usage: No More Guesswork

The best part? Once everything’s set up, UniBee handles the tracking automatically. We’ve made two areas especially clear:

  • User Detail → Metering Tab: Watch real-time usage piling up for any customer
  • Invoice Details: See exactly how usage translates into actual charges

It’s all there – crystal clear for you and your customers.

Picking the Right Metric Type

Quick primer on when to use each metric type:

  • Limited Metrics are your go-to for tiered plans with overages. Think “10GB storage included, then pay extra for more.”
  • Charged Metrics work best for pure pay-as-you-go. Like charging $0.15 per AI image generated – no limits, just straightforward usage billing.

Why You’ll Love This Update

  • Get up and running faster with templates and clearer guidance
  • Fewer “oops” moments thanks to live validation
  • One system for all your pricing complexity
  • Happy customers who understand exactly what they’re paying for

Ready to Give It a Spin?

Everything’s live and waiting for you.

Head to your UniBee dashboard and see how much easier billing can be. We can’t wait to see what you build.