Well, I started watching Cowboy Bebop because it had the same Writer and Director as Samurai Champloo. and since I really enjoyed that one, I decided to try this too.
Until episode 7-8 I thought Champloo was better and the characters were cooler. but than, I decided to stop comparing the 2 series and watch this one as a total different one. It was around the time that Ed got into the anime. boy, I love that character :D I found the trick quite helpful and I really enjoyed Cowboy Bebop. It had comedy, It had Drama, It had romance, It had mystery,... It was near perfect!
And the ending...WOW! I really can't put in in words!
In overall, a very good Anime.