I agree with Steve. A US brand used laser is a better buy for ease of use, timely service and software compatibility. The Checkmate Lasers and other Chinese lasers use NewlyDraw. Unless you read Chinese, you might have a problem using it easily. I had a Chinese laser and sold it as soon as I unpacked it- it seemed to be a real Rube Goldberg contraption compared to the ancient Epilog I was replacing. You have to be pretty mechanical to even set it up, which I am not. I just thought I'd mention CheckMate in case you really wanted the Chinese laser, but I wouldn't endorse it myself.

But you should check with other Creekers who like theirs for the other side of the story!

Almost every dealer will have demos or refurb lasers from time to time and those prices are excellent. The SMC classified ads have a few which are really good deals.

Keep researching and good luck!

dee