Here's a link to what the differences are going to be between those who are subscribers and those who are going to play the F2P version of SWTOR:
http://www.swtor.com/free/featuresI think it's following a similar format in what's limited in the F2P versions of other games with the exception of having access to all the classes and story lines. STO limits you by allowing only 1 character slot in F2P, if you want to create more toons, you have to buy more character slots. I'm not sure if I think there's an appreciable enough difference in the 2 models but subscribers are supposed to be granted monthly "cartel points" and be given "backpay" in Cartel coins with which we can purchase items. Unfortunately, with their history, I am afraid if they continue with their normal pricing pattern of game items, the cost in points and coins for these new items will be so extreme as to be practically unaffordable. :pinch: :blink: But, that will remain to be seen. :dry: