Does anyone here perfer the DS Phat to the DS Lite?

[Mystic]

I don't, but you never know. Someone might.

[Macawmoses]

Actually, I do. The only thing I don't is the stylus, which I use a thick green one to make up for the tiny one they give.

[FruitFlow]

I do. It's less fragile and I'm more used to the hard buttons.

[SkyMyl]

I prefer the DS Lite for, for better lighting and a better Stylus, IMO. But overall, the DS is kickass.

Afterall, it's easier to play your games on the Original, than on the Lite. D:

[shadowmarioguy]

I prefer the DS Lite, but mostly for cosmetic reasons.  My original DS ended up covered in scratches after the first few months, while I can hardly see a spot on my DS Lite.  Also, it's design is a little more thought out, at least in my opinion.  The microphone is conveniently placed in the center of the DS Lite, but is in the bottom corner of the original.  The stylus can easily be pulled out of the side during gameplay with the DS Lite, while you'd likely have to pause the game and remove the styles from the top back-side of the DS.  Lastly, I can't tell you how many times I pressed the power button on the original thinking it was an actual button.  The DS Lite's power button is located on the side, and hard to mistake for a regular button.  Just my opinion, though.

[Neerb]

I like the Lite better in almost every way, except one:  the fat DS has louder speakers.

[QingXin]

I own an original DS, and I'm not buying a Lite...

[Breezy]

I own an original DS, and I'm not buying a Lite...

Same, and I don't plan on buying one even if mine does break. I've played a Lite before, but it just felt funny since I'm more accustomed to the original.

[Java]

I never owned the original DS, but I like my Lite.

It feels comfortable and looks nice.

[Omega12]

Meh, I can play both with the same ease so I don't care much, But I still love my Hot Rod Red DS!

[Silverhawk79]

I do. It seems more sturdy, and I don't have to worry about the hinges cracking.

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I did before I got a Lite, but I prefer the Lite now.

I guess you could say that I've seen the Lite.

[Olimar_91]

I still haven't bought a Lite. My old DS works fine, and I like that I can play GBA games without them sticking out.

[Doodle]

I have the old DS. It still works and is in good condition.
I've played the Lite before, though. I prefer the old DS better.

[tibar21]

i had an original DS but I got a lite. the lite seems more durable in terms of its build. Especially on the hinge.