I can't tell you lots about different cutters available, or how heavy the smaller, hand-cranked ones are. I was forced to get a cutter because of back trouble. I knew my arms/hands/back couldn't handle a crank, so I bought the Accuquilt GO! electric. It is large and tremendously heavy (for me, anyway). I love it, for the simple reason that I wouldn't be able to quilt at all without it.
I'm not a scrap quilter as you are. However, I know (because I've stumbled upon them) that there are videos out there that show how to make the most of your scraps with a cutter.
No doubt many more will weigh in who are familiar with the smaller versions. Good hunting, and I hope that arm heals quickly!
Last edited by joe'smom; 06-09-2024 at 07:07 AM.