Sure, because I already have BS2 and PICAXE programmers and software and am familiar with their capabilities. Every time you have to change to a new platform it takes time & energy which I have to use sparingly... The PICAXE is probably going to be my platform of choice because they're inexpensive and common and capable. Hope this helps... >In the meantime, is there a specific reason you're considering those two platforms? >Perhaps MBHP/MIOS would be a more appropriate solution?