I've been happy with the program - started with EQ5 and upgraded to both EQ6 and EQ7. Lots of great features.
I love being able to download lots of the brand name fabric lines, and they also have a new fabric library to download each month. Or you can scan or import images of your fabrics.
I have gone through their 'mysteries' - each is a lesson and a story - learn all kinds of tips and tricks.
You can do a lot of experimenting with fabric placement.