When I look at the new machines I always make it clear about the features I am looking for. I am not impressed with those that have a gillion decorative stitches built in and make it clear. When I looked at the Horiziton this week the dealer new that my main concern was space under the arm, overall sewing area (larger attachable table with it) sewing straight and the even feed system. I was suprised and delighted that this one comes with knee lift as well which is good for free motion quilting. Unfortunately I would have to take the 245 built in stitches along with the rest.