You really need to have the space to leave the Studio set up all of the time. If you have the space, it is nice to have. There are more dies available for the Studio, including the option to have custom dies made for it.

Having said all that, I got the Go because I really don't have the space to leave the Studio set up and I am very happy with it.

How much space? Just a dedicated table?

alot cheaper on Amazon...even Joanne fabrics has it on sale for 299.00 but even cheaper on amazon.com

That's for the Go. The Studio is a different machine.

Go to the Accuquilt site and check out the specs. on the Studio. It gives you the unit measurements. Then you can get an idea about space needed.

Plus, don't you need extra space in front and behind it for the longer dies to go through? It wouldn't have to be table space, necessarily, but space anyway.

Yes. About 18" clearance on both sides.

You are right...I am now looking at the Studio...wish it would come with a die...I am debating on the Go or Studio...My hubby does not like the price of the Studio but watching the videos seems like it would be worth it.

Does the Accuquilt cut "bumpy" fabric well? I cut old chenille bedspreads into 5" squares for quilts. Should it work for this?

What would be the best couple dies to start out with. Most often used?