Heh, isn't Maptool free? I guess that does put it in the affordable category.
OpenRPG is sometimes buggy. It really varies from PC to PC. I've never had any major problems with it to be honest. A couple of minor blips here and there, but, considering the source, nothing that cannot be worked around.
The problems that I've generally seen come from people with bad internet connections getting dropped constantly. Also, if you're behind a firewall, such as playing in a dormitory at uni, it can be very difficult, if not impossible, to use.
Mostly I'm sticking with Open out of laziness on my part. I know Maptool is probably a better program, I just can't be asked to learn it.
Emrikol - I agree 100%. That interview isn't a bad thing. Another idea is in your initial advertisement for players. I come across as a complete and utter asshat when I write my ads now. Utter facist. It seems to work to keep the flakes out.
One ironclad rule I've instituted is a three strikes for attendance. If players cannot attend three sessions, without prior notice, they are summarily ejected. If someone cannot spend 30 seconds beforehand saying, "hey, I can't make it this week" then I don't want to play with them.
