Just put my 830 in for servicing and am trying to use my cheapey Brother with no bells and whistles. It is horrible.
My 10 in throat on the 830 makes such a difference. I love my machine and want it back soon.
My Brother was only 125 dollars at Tuesday Morning. It is a quilting machine and even came with a table and a walking foot but no needle down or stay stitch or any other quilting helpers.
You get what you pay for.
The larger throat is the best thing a quilter can have.