I have this machine and it works very well. No complaints. The auto threading is not as automatic as on my sewing/embroidery machine, but I learned how to use it, and it works fine. I bought it to have a portable machine that I could take to classes or if I visit my grandkids and want to sew with them. I also use it when I take my big, heavy machine in for servicing--and I never have to take IT in for servicing :-) . I think it's a great bargain.