I really like this machine, but as with the rest of the machines on the market, the pressure is too strong, bending the plates often,. My concern overtime is not only is it an investment for the plates to be replaced, but how much damage is going on with the dies as well, My husband watched me with the machines, and said over time, not right away, but the pressure on the plates will end up warping the dies and possibly flattening them out, to where they will not cut anymore. I have not experienced that problem yet, but, did put in a call to the company and let them know my opinion. I would really recommend a precision plate for the detailed dies, better results with the cutting. Not included either is an embossing rubber mat, would recommend to get one of those as well.