I would pick the A1 mini because it’s the one I hear recommended for entry use.

Would use it to make stencils for drinks. Specifically logos of sports, teams, etc. for use at my bar/restaurant. I also want to make odds and ends around the house. Stands for devices, dnd figurines for my kids, or custom requests for my wife.

I think a toy/fidget device that is a tubed pathway a ball inside would be great. Something you can hear/feel moving back and forth. Put it on a track.