My preference would be the Studio. It can use any dies (Sizzix, Studio, GO-with an adapter), but the Go Big can only use Go Dies. Plus you don't need electricity to use it. I have the Sizzix Big Shot Pro and I can use the Studio and Go dies in it. You can cut up to 10 layers with the Studio and only up to 6 with the Go Big. Studio has more and better sales, also.