I think you'll find we all have our favorites - and you will too eventually. I have an older model Pfaff, a newer Bernina and a BabyLock - what can I say? It's an illness. I use all three although the BabyLock is mainly for classes & travel. My suggestion is to find dealers in your area and 'test drive' their machines. Pick the one you can afford and that best meets your needs.