I'm just learning the FMQ part of quilting and love how my Brother NX 2000 Laura Ashley handles it- so easy and so user friendly. I have a small Bernina 380 but don't use it much since I got my Brother. I love, love, love my Brother machine for everything I stitch.
I agree with morelcabin that your dealer and service are so important. I love the dealer I buy from. She is knowledgeable and backs up her products.
Good luck finding the machine that you love as much as I love mine.