I don't mean this to sound rude, so don't misinterpret: If you've been reading the mixed reviews, than why are you asking? You'll only get more mixed reviews. Besides, it would differ depending on the OS platform and machine you're running it on. I think the best advice anyone would give is.... Wait until CL offers up the service release. Read those new mixed reviews and base your purchase on those updated comments. If you are a PC user, the memory issue may be of paramount concern for numerous reasons mentioned elsewhere. If you're a Mac user, you may have to contend with.....um,.....there's the.....ahhhhhh. Hmmm. Are there any serious Mac issues pertaining to Poser 6? My own personal Mac experience is that Poser 6 is smooth as glass, but i'm a very casual user (i.e. I do 3D in tshirt and jeans) and haven't pushed it to its limits to date.