I lack the skill and patience to hand sew so all my stitching is done by machine. But only recently have I begun learning to use a rotary cutter, which has only been used to make binding strips. Before that I was strictly using scissors. I still try to keep it very basic and not buy every single new quilting tool out there. Can't afford to do so.
New isn't always better, but sometimes it is. Like the ergonomic rotary cutters and scissors...some people might not even be quilting right now if it weren't for tools that were easier on the hands. I say if it helps you make a beautiful quilt then by all means use it.