As a freeloader myself, what you're saying makes no sense. Yes, this change is bad for us, freeloaders, and might decrease the number of new subscribers, but it has absolutely no effect on existing subscribers. Why should they stop their subscription? This is a legitimate business decision by RLC, whether it's good or bad for their business.
Looks like RLC has heard your call and has now changed something
https://i.imgur.com/JD4qRqj.png
I'm sure new members will join based on the general amount of light in each room