Originally Posted by NanaCsews2

The Babylock Jane can go on your frame, and if it were me I would add a stitch regulator for use on the frame. Some don't like the Jane because of the bobbin placement, but it works if on a frame as it is not a drop in, but on the side where it is easy to change the bobbin. Changing the bobbin on mine is not a problem, nor is the tension ever an issue. Has a 9" throat-I just did a 72x96 quilt very easily and quickly without a frame. The Jane is the same as other machines, except the innards and maybe the warranties. Can get one for @ 1000 or less. I think bells and whistles to one may mean the thread cutter, ease of adding it to a frame, large extension table, built in thread extension arm, feet attachment incl walking foot, pin feed, 1500 speed, and the longer throat. Many older machines and quilters do not have these options, so they would be a big plus if you haven't used them before. Love mine.