I have a 440QE and really like it. I also have the embroidery attachment which is mediocre. The field is only 5x7 (sm) and large is 5x11 so you cannot really do much in the way of quilting because you need a larger field to work with. The thing I really like about the 440QE is that it has great walking foot and the Bernina stitch regulator is great for free motion quilting. Be sure to get these two attachments plus the 1/4" foot for piecing. Forget the embroidery machine as it's not worth the cost. -- koquilter