want a Misti, or do? or should I get the TH, or SU!?

Do you do layered stamping? If not, I am sure any of the available presses would work.

If I hadn't already purchased the WRMK Precision Press, I would get their newest version with a couple of extra top pieces so I could place stamp for each layer of layered stamp pieces on a different top plate. I am really tempted...

I went looking for the CHA 2018 demo of it, but can't find it right now. Will add it in when I find it.

I have the original WRMK Precision Press, the MISTI and the TH, but I really think this PPA is going to be GOOD! I'm so tempted. 

I have both the MISTI and the Tim Holtz Stamp Platform. They both do the same thing, but the TH Platform, IMO, is a far sturdier piece of equipment. The cover/lid on my MISTI is permanently "dirty" despite treating it with kid gloves and using only the special cleaners suggested by the mfg. Makes it difficult to use for its intended purpose because I can hardly see the grid lines. On the other hand, although most of my clean up is with water and a Absorber, I can clean my TH Platform by spraying ink cleaner directly on it and it is as crystal clear as the day I got it. Also, I like the open sides that allow you to work on larger pieces of card stock.

I'm sure you'll find many different opinions on stamp positioners. I will say that once my TH Traveler's size Platform arrives, that MISTI is destined for the trash!

I love my Tim Holtz platform. I'm also still considering the Stampin Up version.

Some had issues with the Tim Holtz platform, but it may have just been the early ones.

I have two of the TH platform (the extra is for sharing when friends come to craft with me). Both work extremely well, and I love them. However, I am tempted by the PPA and the SU versions, too......

I have the Tim Holtz and do not like it at all. It does not stamp well in different spots of the platform no matter what I do. I bought one for my DD and it is the same exact way.
I love my Misti. It stamps well, and I have no trouble cleaning it. I have it in the different sizes too. If it broke, I would buy another one right away. Great product. It has made me a much better stamper.

I have a mini Misti and a regular size. Neither stamps well near the bumpers with any brand of clear stamp. Also I had my cracked Misti replaced within warranty with one that is clearly a second because the ruler has a gap. I thought that was a shady tactic on MSP’s part but I let it go. I have a regular sized TH and the smaller TH on order. I have had good luck with my TH. I ordered the original model from the UK. Don’t know if that made a difference in performance. When the travel sized TH arrives I’m drop kicking my Mistis across the lake. I will be looking at reviews for the new WRMK. I might like that one just for layering. I did find out that the WRMK will retail for 34.99 and the extra plates will sell for 9.99 each which I think is reasonable. The Stamparatus looks interesting but I don’t have that much real estate on my desk. If I were starting over I would go for the TH platform simply because it’s cheaper, it’s sturdier, and if it doesn’t work out you know the customer service is above board.

I don't use any of them but if I were in the market, I would buy anything BUT a Misti ... simply because of the attitude of the person who thinks a hinge and plate with a stamp on it is a new idea.

I really want the TH one.. Looks well made.

My Tim Holtz platform works pretty well. The only thing it doesn’t work on are my large 4x6 background stamps, but then neither did my Stampoholic. The SU version with layering capabilities looks interesting. I’d never by anything from MSP after her threatening posts.

I have the TH one and really like it. Wish there was something similar for mounted wood stamps. I still prefer them. I know I can use the stamping majig, but I wish I had something easier to use.

I agree that getting the magnets too close to the area being stamped can interfere with the image on the Misti, especially the bar magnet. I have two Mistis and a friend of mine has three. We both have problems getting a clear image near any of the bumpers. The mini Misti seems to be the worst. We tend to email each other after we have watched a video of someone stamping successfully near the borders with a “how did she do that” kind of response. Even with cardstock added, the area in the middle then stamps darker which is not a good look either. Multiple stamping helps the most. I make sure I add extra pressure to the edges and repeat stamp three times wihen I am embossing with VersaMark. My TH platform does not have this problem but it’s big on my workspace. I have the travel platform on order and am waiting for more demos on the WRMK. The mini Misti is so light and the perfect size for much of what I do. I wish mine worked better.

I have had the same problem with the TH platform.  Tonic has replaced my first one and I still have the same problem, just in a different spot.

on the other hand, I am still using my original, assembled in evade meant Misti, cracks, crazing and all.

I did that years ago. The stamps are so much easier to store and position. I use the cling foam and it works really well. I’d suggest some nonstick scissors if you decide to go that route because that stuff is very sticky.