I've always loved everything Viking, but the babylock threading feature is tempting. If quilting is your passion and you do little other types of sewing, a serger might not be for you. I gave my DIL my old Viking 4 thread when I upgraded awhile back. She didn't know what they were or how to use one, now she can't imagine life without one; however, she has four small children and doesn't quilt at all. It's a lifesaver for straight seems on clothing, ruffling, gathers, rolled edges etc. I wouldn't be without one either, but quilting is a small percentage of my sewing. Maybe you could borrow one from a friend and see how you like it.