I got one of these with an Oxo bagel holder, and frankly I don't use it all that often. My  kids are another matter. They tell me this is MUCH easier to make PB&J sandwiches with. They use it for jelly on toast, making sandwiches, putting cream cheese or butter on a bagel, etc. If you're an adult accustomed to just grabbing the nearest table knife, I  wouldn't bother. But if  you've got kids, you  might want to consider it. The smaller size and grippy handle seems to be easier for smaller hands to handle - and  hey, they can make their own sandwiches to take to school!