I love love love my Bernina. My first one (1090) I gave to my daughter when I upgraded to the 440. I wanted the stitch regulator. I haven't used it as much as I thought I would but I haven't taken the time to practice either. I think I have been spending too much time on the computer.
I have a Janome embroidery machine so I didn't want that feature in my Bernina. I am very glad I have 2 separate machines for the different tasks because I will set the embroidery machine off then quilt on my Bernina while it runs.
I am so glad we spent the money. It is well worth the quality. I love the needle threader, needle down, knee lifter all the stitches. I just love it.