Bling It vs DAS Rhinestone

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bmcs1972

Discussion Starter · Jun 19, 2010

I've been looking at a couple of the rhinestone systems and it's come down to Bling it vs DAS Rhinestone system.

I know alittle about DAS since i do have there Smart Design programs.

But when looking at the 2 systems, Bling it is $900 compared to DAS at $2500. Bling It uses the GX-24 which is what I have, but can anyone throw some insight on what the $1600 difference is. That's an awful big difference. Bling It has alot more videos to look at to see what their program can do.

If anyone can throw some insight into the 2 programs that would be great. Thanks and enjoy the weekend.

Brian

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veedub3

· #2 · Jun 19, 2010

Like comparing apples to bananas in my opinion. DAS has a ton of videos and webinars for users, but you have to own the system for their webinars I believe but I may be wrong, but you can watch the videos on their site. Bling It is an alternative but I think they are in two different leagues. I looked at Bling It when it hit the market and I was not impressed. No more impressed than I was with any of the other systems that are on the market. Also the Bling It software is WinPCSIGN, which is also the same as the Funtime software. (with a few more features) If you already have the cutter, just get the funtime software for $199. Search the forum for the Funtime thread, and check youtube for videos.

Also the $900 system at Bling It is just stones, template material, and software which could be the difference in the two prices.

charles95405

· #3 · Jun 19, 2010

I think the Bling It system is new to the dance. I believe it was introduced about 1-2 months ago by Ryonet so I don't think there are many users with experience with this system. I did find a video of it and it seems okay but the video only hit the high points so it is hard to judge.

The DAS system is just that a system..integrated with their other products...all of which work seamlessly together ...from the SmartCutPro 2 to Smart Designer series, Corel and all of their art packs...pricey...yeah but you do get a great product and support to me has been super. They have a pretty good alignment system for doing multicolor and multi size stones on one motif and have just recently introduced a rhinestone decal system for making decals to apply to hard surfaces and outdoors.

There are other systems out there like ACS, KNK, R-Wear from Roland and WinSignPC Pro 2010. I don't know if the first two work with your Roland. The last one does. ACS and KNK are cutter specific I think but a search on the forum will turn up a lot of info on all.

There is an R-Wear program on sale in the for sale section of the forum. It is a good system and works with your cutter and is around $500 new. Not sure what the one in the for sale section will go for. If I was just starting out, and testing the waters, I would opt for either the R-Wear or WinSignPC Pro which is less than $300

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muneca

· #4 · Jun 20, 2010

good info guys, thanks!

SandyMcC

· #5 · Jun 21, 2010

veedub3 said:
I looked at Bling It when it hit the market and I was not impressed. No more impressed than I was with any of the other systems that are on the market. Also the Bling It software is WinPCSIGN, which is also the same as the Funtime software. .

Bling It isn't the same as Win PC Sign... it's the same as Oobling which is almost the same as ACS Design Studio.

veedub3

· #6 · Jun 21, 2010

SandyMcC said:
Bling It isn't the same as Win PC Sign... it's the same as Oobling which is almost the same as ACS Design Studio.

When I spoke with Ryan about the product when it first hit the market he is the one told me the software was WinPCSIGN but with extra features. I was only giving the poster information I was given from the source I mean it's his product I would think that he would no.

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taricp35

· #7 · Jun 21, 2010

When I saw the youtube video I emailed them and asked what software it was and I was told that it was WinSIGNPC.

taricp35

· #8 · Jun 21, 2010

Ahh Veedub you beat me to it but they told me the same thing.

SandyMcC

· #9 · Jun 21, 2010

Well, that may be what Ryan THINKS he has... but it is SO very clear from Ryan's videos that Bling It looks JUST LIKE Sign Lab, ACS Studio, KNK Studio, Design Master, IDesignR and Oobling... just name a few of the many variations of this same software.

taricp35

· #10 · Jun 21, 2010

Signmax and winpcsign is the same thing right?

SandyMcC

· #11 · Jun 21, 2010

taricp35 said:
Signmax and winpcsign is the same thing right?

Sorry! I meant Sign Lab! Corrected! Sign Max is a COMPANY, not a software program.

Hey... maybe that's how Ryan got it confused?

taricp35

· #12 · Jun 21, 2010

Since their seems to be so many versions maybe he has one for his system that could "look" just like all those you mentioned. Anywho I am moving on.

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sheilareine

· #13 · Feb 20, 2011

does anyone know if any of these rhinestone programs will work with a cricut?

SandyMcC

· #14 · Feb 20, 2011

There is a version of WinPC Sign called Fairy Cut that will work with your Cricut. Thus, you can design rhinestone patterns (and many other things) in Fairy Cut and it will cut to your Cricut.

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lben

· #15 · Feb 20, 2011

I have the BlingIt and I like it. I can take files back and forth between corel and blingit. It's pretty easy to use and the videos are tutorials for it.

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DivineBling

· #16 · Feb 20, 2011

lben said:
I have the BlingIt and I like it. I can take files back and forth between corel and blingit. It's pretty easy to use and the videos are tutorials for it.

Bling !t is NOT the same thing as WinPCSIGN.... I have both and they are COMPLETELy different!

It depends on what you're using it for. If you're using it exclusively for rhinestoning, the Bling !it Pro insead of DAS should be plenty for you. There are a ton of videos on Bling !it out now that should help you see the difference.

plan b

· #17 · Feb 20, 2011

Each software has their pros and cons,, it all boils down to what you are comfortable with and the level of support you get with the software... Rhinestone software isn't a perfect world so I would suggest to get a trial of each software and decide for yourself which will suite your needs.

sjidohair

· #18 · Feb 21, 2011

For the Cricut Questions wondering what software can be used with this cutter,,
I have a lot of my customers using

Fairy cut
&
Make the cut

are versions of software that are working rhinestone softwares that can work with Cricut.

capebreton

· #19 · Aug 18, 2012

who ever has the bling it program it is worth the 800.00 for a newbie who doesnt know anything about it . im looking at the program i know it doesnt have the vectorization tool with it but what the hell.
just need to know if its any good

sjidohair

· #20 · Aug 18, 2012

Do you have a program with a vectorization tool? That is very important in Rhinestone design.

The cleaner eps or svg, DXF you start with the better your design will be when you are done.

Just my thoughts.

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