I have the studio model. I love using it instead of rotary cutting. I have problems in shoulders, arms, and handes, so using the studio is very helpful for me. Mostly I strip quilt, so i am collecting the strip die. They are expensive, so I buy them only when on sale.
Are QVC and HSN priced lower than Accuquilt?
Just keep in mind that you have to prepare the fabric for cutting exactly as you do for rotary cutting.