Should I pay for the extended download service?

No, you don't need to. Download and install the latest version at http://www.uniteddigitals.com/avex-dvd-to-ipod-video-converter.html , The download service in our official web site is always free and is always the latest. After you download the trial and install the trial version of AVex DVD to iPod Video Suite, simply activate the product using the registration key, or license key, then your AVex DVD to iPod Video Suite will be activated.