The great thing the Pfaff machines have is the dual feed dogs: one for the lower fabric and one moves the top fabric at the same rate. That is sooo helpful for piecing accuracy. I have a Pfaff and wouldn't trade it for anything! Love it! Even if you don't get that particular machine, I recommend getting a Pfaff. Good luck and have fun shopping. Do your research and don't buy on a whim---you'll probably have to live with that purchase a long time, so make sure it's what you really want and need.