My friend has the quilt cut - not sure if it's 1 or 2 - and she loves it. Uses it for ALL of her cutting. I'd love one myself. It clamps the fabric and the rulers run on rails so there's no slippage. I have very basic rulers...6x24; 6.5x24; 12.5" sq. and a 6x3.5 for small trim work. I have bought 1 or 2 speciality rulers and never used them. With the markings on my rulers I haven't run into anything yet that I haven't been able to cut. And although I'd like to do some applique at some point I don't see myself ever wanting a die cut machine either. Just me. If cutting is your problem area (me - not sure if it's cutting or sewing) then I would say the quilt cut could be a great investment for you.