Hello and welcome from lincolnshire UK. Very recently I also upgraded my machine. I bought a Janome QXL 605. A friend has a Janome for some time although not the same model and told me how reliable this manufacturer is . The other reason is that at present there is a very good offer on this model including a walking foot, applique foot, extension table etc. I have had this machine for 3 weeks now and am very pleased with it so far. Lovely stitch and very quiet.