They are basically the same game, but HSII has a few extra features and a DMD. But, it is also has a bit more stop-and-go gameplay compared to the original.

It really comes down to which features you enjoy more.

High Speed is much better IMO. The whole key is the side ramp, and HS2 takes it away; no thanks.

It also takes away all those spinners!

The spinners on HS are so satisfying to hit. Not sure why they got rid of them.

I voted hs2. Super jackpot is crazy satisfying, and jackpot light shows are among the best in pinball.

The same thing for me, I think that the High Speed is much more pleasant to play, its nervousness and its diabolical rhythm make it a safe bet. A must.

Back in the day High Speed was a favorite of mine.

When I saw a High Speed II I couldn't wait to play it.

However I remember walking away disappointed. Not sure if it was because of the anticipation of a great game in my mind or if it was just a poorly taken care of game.

Because of this, the original for me any day.

HS 2 has better music

Oh hellllls no!

High Speed all the way. I've owned a Gettaway and the stop and go slows the game down compard to High Speed. I'm just about done with my project High Speed that was in boxes when I got it. Got it flipping and man is it a blast.

I've had near-mint copies sitting side by side.

I think both games are good -- they both lack drop targets in a bad way.

High Speed is hands down better with:
1. spinners
2. less stop n go
3. more open playfield
4. the random ball return to slings/flippers
5. and the upper flipper shot

If I were 6 years old, I'd go with Getaway because the toy is super cool, and viscerally makes me feel like something fast and powerful is happening -- it sounds great. My adult brain knows nothing is happening with it.

-mof

There are 10 Getaway owners for every 7 High Speed owners.
note: Higher ownership wins every poll, since exposure = familiarity = a poll advantage.

So take your poll results with a grain of salt, and focus on what you read here, giving most relevance to results from people who have owned both.
-mof

Owned both multiple times. Original much better due to spinners, retro sounds, side ramp, and backglass.

Playfield alone I like High Speed better. I like the ramp with 2 exits and the spinner shots.
Software: there's more to do in HSII, and the supercharger is nice. Hard choice to make for me.

PS: You should buy a High Speed and P-ROC it with new software (I intend to do that one day ..... someday....I think..... )

I have owned both. HS has been in my collection for 16 years. Just like m0vies the sequel is not as good. HS is a timeless classic. I enjoy the spinners more. I feel it is more challenging.