I needed a rotary cutter for a small Christmas project. I do crafting now and then but have never needed this type of cutter. For this project I needed many small squares of fabric. After looking at many more expensive cutters on amazon I purchased this one. I am not disappointed! It is well made and cut great! I cannot speak to its life span so if you use this type of product everyday you might go with a more expense option (as you would with anything). But for a once-in-awhile crafter this is perfect!