Thanks to those who shared their opinions. My husband took me out "window shopping" today. I was fairly certain that my choice would be the Aria but I needed to see them both in action. I had saved only half of the cost of the Aria so I didn't really expect to go home with a machine. Figured I'd have to wait until next year. Wrong!!! My husband steered me in the right direction...right to my coveted Aria! I was armed with 3 price quotes from other dealers and a the lowest quote was accepted! I can't tell you how surprised I was for that and for my husband not only letting me have my machine but I got the extension table as well. What a wonderful day! I know it will take me awhile to get used to all of it's abilities but I am thrilled. This covers my Christmas, birthday and anniversary gifts! Yeah for wonderful husbands who have learned to accept what we love! A happy wife, a happy life!