Vortex Sound Research

If anyone's out there, I'm looking for some advice on what to get. Currently have TR-8S, and Microfreak. Looking at Ableton. Has anyone gotten the intro version and Not upgraded, or should i just buy the standard one right from the get go. Money isn't a factor, but this is for my kid, and if intro has too many limitations he may lose interest. Also, would it be in my best interest to get the Push 2 at the same time? Any advice is appreciated.