The system that came with it has a lot of bugs. Sometimes when all your lines are correct on the computer the silhouette will want to cut in random spots. It wastes paper and is super frustrating when you have a deadline and the thing doesn't want to work properly. I can't say it is all bad, it does do what it should a lot of the time, but it isn't consistent. The blades went dull pretty quickly. I guess that will depend on what paper you use and how much you use. We used transfer paper and cutout 25-50 pieces/week. We would replace the blade every week and a half, if not less than that. If you don't use it daily and you have time to spare if things go a little wonky, then buy it. I just didn't have the patience I guess.

First time ever using a silhouette product and very pleased with my purchase. I have been looking at their products for the past two weeks and couldn't resist any longer after watching youtube videos on Silhouette products. I have been messing with it off and on today trying to learn how to use it and after a few attempts, I know what I'm doing! I failed the first few attempts because I was so excited to use it that I failed to read instructions LOL. I wanted the cameo 3 but figured I would try this out first since its cheaper then upgrade if I liked this which I do! Also kept debating whether I wanted this or their competitors but decided to get this since I've heard nothing but positive reviews on Silhouette and happy with my choice. For anyone second guessing to get this, I have never used a vinyl cutting or craft machine before today and got professional results!

Super user friendly, has multiple setting for different cuts. Software it came with is also easy to use.

There are so many die cut machines and I finally bought this one. Only because of the size, outlook and software. Before I place the order, I'm not realize that the software is so so important when cutting. The silhouette studio surprised me. It is very user friendly and very powerful. I was assume that I have to open AI or Photoshop to pre process my art work. but after I know how does the studio works. I never have to do so.

I cut a golden banner for the Lunar New Year. So easy and so much fun!

OMG! I love this thing! For the longest time I've wanted to make my own stickers and I bought this thing and now I CAN! The Portrait does more than make stickers but, I mainly use it for that. Once you figure out how to use the machine and set the blade, it's very easy to use consistently.