As many of you guys, I also started with a Tippmann 98, then a few guns followed, Smart Parts Shocker (a very old pinky one
) , ICD ProMaster, Proto Matrix 07 (dont get confused with the Rail! that was rubbish that time). Had the PM7 for many years, still got it on the wall
Now I am playing with a DM15.
I never owned any planet eclipse marker but sometimes had the chance to try them. So I have a minor experience in those.
But get to the point. I would always buy a Dye marker, not because I want to spend that much, but those markers are the best in my experience. And the thing is, you dont need to buy the newest dye marker to be on the top, as the DM series didnt change too much between the 08-13 you can pick any as used for relatively cheap cost ( quality / price ).
EDIT: The comparison would have been better if you do it in the same currency...