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Don't use an ad- riddled or paid app when there are many amazing free alternatives. Jerboa, connect and thunder are all great and if you find one you like yoi should donate to its creators.
If you're going to donate anyway what's the problem with a paid app?
It's a form of extortion. A donation is voluntary, ads are a way of making rhe users experience shittier unless they give you money.
Sheesh, that's a pretty extreme take on it. I can tell you from experience that donations alone are usually not enough to make a living off of. I would encourage you to support creators who offer their hard work for a fair price, and not just those who give it away for free. Not everyone can afford to be that generous with their time. It's a good thing you support those who can be, though.