I have that Brother you are talking about....Brother SQ9000? I like it. It's simple to use, even in choosing the decorative stitches, and it includes some monogram stitches, too. It's a little workhorse. You can program start up preferences, like needle position. It also has a needle up button. Also has speed control setting, which I love for doing machine applique...your foot can't accidentally push down too hard on the pedal and make the machine go too fast and off course! It's a great deal at $154. :thumbup: