I have the Accuquilt GoBig (the electric one) and it's a life-safer--especially if you have any shoulder, arm or wrist issues (i.e. carpel tunnel!). yes the dies are pricey, but can be so interchangeable. And there are blocks that I wouldn't even think about doing without the Blocks On Board (BOBs). Why I really like the Accuquilt system? Service--my 4yr old machine was being cranky, possible because I "overloaded"it a few times,but who knows? they had me send it back with $30 repair or replace fee---wasn't repairable, so they sent a new one with extended warranty--and free shipping! Great service.