I have both. I like the idea of downloading patterns, especially free ones. When I was working full time and had to work on a Saturday, which I only had to do once a month, I would take advantage of the hours of free time and print out many of the patterns. There are so many "free pattern" websites that you can print out right away, no download required and I have 4 large binders (and very heavy also) that I put my printed patterns in. When I retired, I took the time to actually separate them out into categories. After awhile it seemed as if my patterns were starting to take over so I am trying to curb my addiction to them. I don't think I'll ever get around to making a quarter of the items with any of the patterns I have, but they're fun to look at.