Shouldn't this request be directed to Taptalk Inc? They seem to charge both the app user and the forum maintainer for "pro" features.
As this is an open source project, they're free to provide a NodeBB taptalk plugin and earn more money
Another reason to love NodeBB. I am not making much changes to my forum now as I am under the impression that 0.5x will be out soon. Please correct me if I am wrong.