I love the fact that it accepts the Sizzix Bigz dies ...
340497
I absolutely adore this little machine. I love the fact that it accepts the Sizzix Bigz dies and that it is very easy to use.
360064
It kind of stinks that I needed a long charging die when I bought the Lee Classic 4 hole press, since it came with everything else, but it's actually quite nice to have since it gets the powder drop away from the handle and other dies. No complaints. It should be a 1 time purchase that will last me for years and years. Works exactly as expected.
783147
Each time I've used this die, the cut out has been perfect. I give this five stars because I'm so impressed that such a tiny, intricate die can punch perfectly each time I use it (not to mention that the tiny scaredy cat is adorable!) I plan on buying more Cottage Cutz dies.
1246451
This set of nesting dies gives me 13 sizes to pick from.....I really like that.  The only thing I don't like about Lifestyle's Dies is that they seem to bend easily but they do cut great.
1367761
I love this die for tags!  I have a Cricut which is fine but I also wanted to use this particular die to make tags from scraps.  I was hoping that I would be able to use it in my small Cuttlekids machine, so I wouldn't have to upgrade to something bigger right now .  Absolutely worked wonderfully.  Because of the small detail, I did run it through a couple of times but no worries!
856196
I haven't used it yet, but if it works as well as the egg one, I will be very happy.  Never had any trouble with Spellbinders dies.  Good quality.
3344645
This was expensive but saves so much time when laying out larger or multiple cutting dies. A great tool for anyone who owns a Sizzix.
4140558
Awesome die.  I have let some of my friends use this die and they plan on ordering their own!
4231192
After watching a demonstration video on YouTube, I decided to check out this tool.  If you own any  dies with intricate designs, this tool will help save time.  It is so much easier than poking out all the little pieces.  I am very happy with my Sizzix Die Brush & foam pad and glad that I added it to my arsenal of paper crafting tools and gizmos.  I chose it over the other major brand because of several factors:  (1) The handle appeared to be much more ergonomic,  comfortable, and easy to hold (which it is); (2) it comes with the foam pad; and (3) Sizzix offers replacement brushes so you don't have to buy additional handles.  It doesn't come with any "poking" tools like the other brand but I already had plenty of those so that didn't matter to me.  I use mine whenever I die cut.  Its easy to use and, as long as the die cuts properly, it saves me from the frustration of poking out all the little "hanging chad" pieces.

After running your die through your cutter, place the die cut side down on the foam pad and roll the brush over the back of the die and the little release holes, several times in different directions.  This will get most of the pieces out.  If necessary,  use a "poking" tool  your die to release for paper or card stock from the die.  If there are still some "hanging chads", place your cutout on the foam pad and gently roll the brush over it a few times, flip the cutout over and repeat.  Also, the foam pad helps to keep most of  the little cutouts pieces in one place, on the foam pad, for easy disposal, (which means less on the floor, table, and lap--Yay!).

(I did not purchase my die brush through Amazon nor am I in any way affiliated with Sizzix, but I really like this product so I am submitting this review.)
1952134
I love Cottage Cutz dies and this one is no exception. Of course, all their dies have multiple elements you have to put together, so it's quite time consuming, but the effect is worth it!
526398
I have a set of these RGB sets for my 30-30 and .223. and before I sold my 308 I had one for it too. These dies are great extras for when a decapping pin breaks or a case gets stuck in a full length sizing die. I just remove the die with the problem an replace it with this sizer and finish the job. Later I fix the die problem and everything is great again. No slowdown other than the time it takes to replace a die in the press.

These dies are the same as the ones that come in the more expensive and extensive kits. Because they do not include a lot of the extras, these RGB dies are Really a Good Buy.

Thanks Lee Precision for giving us a great line of reloading products. And thenk you Amazon for making them available.
362202
This is a fun die with many possibilities for card making. Its easy to use. I guess the only complaint I have is having to snip die pieces apart and file down. I purchased the snip tool and file set. The snip tool is ok but the file set is worthless. Spending a good amount of time trying to file down the sharp edges, my husband gave me the trundle power tool. Wow, that worked like a charm. In seconds, I had the knobby sharp edges smoothed out.
2683957
Works great with thin metal dies--happily die cutting away!
677566
I didn't realize I already have the Sizzix Movers & Shapers L Die - Card :-(  oh well now I have another one.....
2898389
This is an excellent set of dies.  I especially like the set screw that secures the lock ring in place.  Will definitely buy more of these sets in different calibers.
4041143
I've been on the fence about this machine for a while now, grazed YouTube to compare it to the Cuttlebug which I own and love, couldn't find any real reason to make the purchase, but then I got some mega die flourishes that didn't quite fit on the Cuttlebug cutting plate.  That was the reason I'd been waiting for and I ordered the machine.  (Love the Prime two-day shipping, never thought I'd use it as much as I already have...)  Have only had it for a day now but put it through its paces and feel comfortable with comparing the two units.

The Big Shot FEELS a lot heavier than the Cuttlebug but really isn't, it's just that the weight is distributed across the much larger footprint.  That is actually a big Plus.  The Cuttlebug folds up for easy storage and the suction feet hold the machine in place when the machine is opened.  Problem is that you need a smooth, even surface for the suction to hold seurely, and my craft tables are sturdy folding tables that have a brushed or slightly nubby surface, so the suction doesn't work on those.  That makes the Cuttlebug a bit harder to use since I really have to hold it in place when running the dies or embossing folders through.  Also, if I'm not quick the plates fall out in the back and off the table.  Same with running a sandwich through:  I often wish I had three hands with the Cuttlebug.

I'd bought some very delicate dies and fringe dies for flower making and the Cuttlebug had trouble with these.  Shim here and there, run through again, shim another side, run through again...  I got metal cutting plates to help with the cutting and still had to shim, and the small fringe die never cut cleanly no matter what I did. So these were the dies I used to put the Big Shot to the test. Result:  Perfect cuts on the first run-through, wow!  I tried different paper weights to make sure, and the results wer the same every single time.  Also, once the sandwich (stacked plates with dies and paper in between, hence the word) has been placed on the multi purpose plate it stays there, no falling or sliding off.  No jumping about while cranking, the machine stays put.  I'm sold.

Mind you, I still love my Cuttlebug.  It's handy and fits even on a small space on my always overflowing craft table whereas I have to keep the Big Shot on a side cabinet.  Not a big deal for me, though, since I craft at home and don't need to pack up.

If I had to choose between the two machines, I'd have to pick the Big Shot.  Luckily I don't have to, and my Cuttlebug has stood up to my daily use for nearly two years now with no complaints.

As far as embossing folders are concerned, I believe that the Cuttlebug folders make the best impressions.

Hope this helps if you're trying to decide.  I personally am not interested in an electronic machine, I like the more intimate feel of hand cranking, and it's not hard to do.

Oh, and one last thing:  Can't beat Amazon's price on this machine!
1154957
Hard to get, but worth it when you do...I make greeting cards for the most part, and I love ribbons and bows as highlights on my cards, now with this die set, I can use them as a frame too. I used the small 'bow' dies to add detail to the bottom tails of the bow on each side of the die for added 3D impact. It looked great.
 I used my Sizzix BigKick and the multipurpose platform for both cutting and embossing. The die cut and released easily and I was very pleased with how this die performed. Hopefully will be able to order other dies in this line.