Originally Posted by
godfrey
I don't think many of us have issues with the GlowForge machine itself. The prototypes are neat and clean looking. I really do hope that the product continues to be successful. But...I have issue with their two year delay.
The machine offers many of the same features that are found in competing units on the market. My biggest concern, beyond the delays, is the necessity of having the machine connected to the internet. It is dependant on their service to be active in order to function. Any interruption in their service (or an interruption from your ISP) will prevent you from using your machine. Would you buy a CNC lathe or milling machine that required a software subscription or on-line service in order to work?
If you choose to wait, that's fine. I hope you enjoy your machine and look forward to hearing about your experiences with it.