I have both. The stand on the $88 one broke after about 6 months. Really annoyed me, but the steamer portion still works. I came into some money earlier this year and decided to stop being ghetto with the books holding up my steamer and sprung for the $139 "professional" one. I like it much better. It's sturdier, the bonnet is bigger and I don't get the hot water drippies on my neck. Also, it's easier to control the temperature. The only thing is that I use distilled water in the professional one and the $88 one uses tap water. If it's affordable for you, I'd recommend the $139 Professional. Otherwise, the $88 is very good for the price and unless the stand breaks, it will hold up well.