I just purchased that machine. I settled on it because I can use all of the software that I had for my Bernina 650 on it and since it uses a USB stick also I can use designs that required a Magic Box that my new computer won't operate. The bigger sewing area will come in handy and I spent the extra money for the addtion extra large hoop. The salesman told me it was for doing splint designs. I wanted it because I can sew out three of the smaller designs without rehooping. I like the free standing machine because I can do other sewing on my other machine at the same time. If you haven't had an embroidery machine before you will quickly learn that the stabilizers, real embroidery threads and additional designs will be your biggest expense. There are lots of places on line to download designs for free or a small fee. Being able to use the USB stick makes that a real bonus. I have had an embroidery machine since the early 90's. I have made quilts, decorated clothing and made numerous gifts with it. I recently sewed out the names of all 250 members of my church congregation to be used on a 250th Anniversary quilt we made.