Comparison of Electronic Die Cutting Machines and insights on Deals and Sweepstakes

Electronic die cutting machines have been very popular, in the world of scrapbooking for several years.  And, quilters are quickly seeing the benefits of using these tools for cutting fabric, vinyl and more.

The ease of not having to use a hand crank, along with the speed are certainly a great feature.  Some electronic die cutting machines can even use dies from a variety of manufacturers, as well as embossing plates to not only use on paper, but you can use to texture canvas and fabrics that have been starched and stabilized, opening up more possibilities for quilters.

AccuQuilt has recently introduced their first electronic die cutting machine, the GO! Big.  Sizzix has had the Vagabond and Craftwell has had the eBosser, and this past year released the newer model called the Teresa Collins Cut N Boss.  All can cut fabric, but the number of layers that can be cut vary, along with other features.  And all of these manufacturers (and bloggers too) have videos on YouTube that provide more information on these products, as well as various tips, tutorials and more!

Here are some comparison points that you may want to be aware of, when considering an electronic die cutting machine:

Features vs Products	AccuQuilt GO! BIG	Sizzix Vagabond	Teresa Collins Cut N Boss
Price	$499 *** Enter the AccuQuilt Sweepstakes to win a GO! Big	$249 ** See deal on Amazon	$299 *see bundle details below for $249 price using a special code for SewCalGal followers that purchase this bundle in October 2014.
Includes	- GO! Big - 1 die (Flying Geese die #55456) - 6"x12" cutting mat - 20 page booklet with 5 patterns	- Vagabond - 2 standard cutting pads - solo platform and shim	- Cut N Boss - Seven (7) Teresa Collins Embossing Folders, Woodgrain Cottage, Twill Herringbone, Modern Strip, Design Gris, Snapshots, Love Triangles, Bella Rose, - 24 piece Teresa Collins Memory Collection  Die Set - The Metal Adapter Plate - Power Adapter - Instructions - Universal Platform Set (to cut with different brands of dies) ???
Size	closed:  19"W x 6"L x 11"H opened:  18 3/4"W x 19"L x 6" H	closed: 12 1/2" x 4 5/8" x 9" opened: 15 1/4" x 12 1/2" x 10 1/4" (with handle up and doors opened)	same size closed vs opened.  Probably the smallest "footprint" of all the electronic die cutters when you are storing, as well as when you are actually cutting with a die.  A little smaller than the original eBosser approximately 5" deep by 11" length.
Weight	23 lbs	14 lbs	23.9 pounds
Brands of Dies that can be cut	- AccuQuilt GO! and new GO! Big dies	- Sizzix - dies that do not exceed 6" in width from:  AccuQuilt  and Patsy Thompson Designs (Appli-K-Kutz)	- AccuQuilt GO!, GO! Baby - Sizzix - Spellbinder - FiskarsFuse Check the platform Combination Guide for a complete list of dies and how you use the platforms for the respective dies.
Max Die Size	14"x16"	up to 6" wide	8 1/2" x 12"
Cuts # of layers of fabric	6	16 (per Kelly Jackson, IHAN)	8
Warranty	Limited One Year	Limited One Year	Limited One Year
other accessories	dies	- cutting mats - shims - extenders - dies - embossing folders	- Embossing Folders - adapter plates for different brands of dies - optional tool kits

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CRAFTWELL Cut N Boss:
The eBosser was the name of the first ecutter that was introduced by Craftwell, and a version was later introduced as the Teresa Collins eBosser.  Their most current model of an electronic die cutting machine is the Teresa Collins Cut N Boss.  I opted to use share these older videos, which still apply to the newer Cut N Boss model.






The Craftwell team is giving a special $50 discount to followers of SewCalGal who decide to purchase the Teresa Collins Cut N Boss bundle. This discount is good through October 2014.

* The MSRP for this bundle is $425, but special priced at $299.  Use the coupon code of SCC at checkout, to get an additional $50 savings, for the final price of $249 for the Teresa Collins Cut N Boss bundle.  

You can also find the Craftwell at:

http://shop.craftwellusa.com/category-s/1836.htm
http://blog.craftwellusa.com/
https://www.facebook.com/ecraftbycraftwell
http://pinterest.com/teamcraftwell/
http://www.youtube.com/ecraftbycraftwell

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE Sizzix Vagabond:



** Amazon shows a deal on the Sizzix Vagabond Machine (not a bundle) of $147.49.

You can also find Sizzix at:

http://www.sizzix.com/home

https://www.facebook.com/Sizzix

https://www.youtube.com/user/sizzix

https://twitter.com/Sizzix_US

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NEW ACCUQUILT GO! BIG:



 AccuQuilt is also sponsoring a Sweepstakes where you could win a GO! Big.  Deadline to enter is October 12th.

You can also find the AccuQuilt at:

http://accuquilt.com
https://www.facebook.com/accuquilt
https://www.youtube.com/user/accuquilt
 https://twitter.com/accuquilt

What do you think about electronic die cutting machines?  Have you used one ?  Want one?  Please feel free to leave a comment to share your perspective on these tools.