It is for me.
If I can do something in approximately 20-25 minutes instead (and I'm talking about +R DLs--not SLs), with good burn quality, then why wouldn't I want to? That frees up my system much more quickly so I can get to doing what I want to do (which is not spending my time backing up movies).
You can get the full Slysoft suite for $79 right now (4 programs) using the coupon code. I have no idea what you're talking about.
Using Anydvd+Clonecd exclusively handles all region 1 movies at the moment. Name one that doesn't work.
A waste of my time. You have to remember you're just talking about the time for 1 movie. What if I have 100+ movies in my collection that I want to back up?
I have nothing against Ripit4me. I just choose not to use it, because Slysoft products do a better job for what I want. If you want to use Ripit4me and Shrink, that's fine.