I've got the Janome 11000 SE and I love it. I love the stitches on the Janome's - I tried the Babylock before I got the Janome and prior to that I had a Pfaff. I'd sure check around and see if Janome is coming out with a newer machine. Technology moves so fast these days there is always something bigger and better out there. Only thing I don't like is the limited "footprint" on any of these machines. I know some are better than others. I love the magnetic hoop for quilting and I really love the auto scissors when free motion quilting! Just clip and move on! Good luck!