I have a 2144 and I love it. The embroidery unit is easy to use and it comes with the 3D softwear for use with Windows XP. I have all the upgrades so my machine is equal to the 2170. It does embroidery and sews beautifully! I will show you a couple pics of embroidery that I have done using this machine. You won't go wrong with either machine. The last photo is of one of the built in decorative stitches used as a quilting stitch. It is a wonderful machine.