I was in the same situation you are not too long ago and yes it can be a draining process trying to decide what will best work for you and your budget. I went with a Juki Exceed F600, bought it on-line as the only dealer near to me (about an hour away) couldn't match the price altho he said he would be happy to service it if it ever needs anything. (and I will be happy to take it to him as I don't like the local Janome/Singer guy) It was here in 3 days, I set it up and away I went, I didn't need lessons and I barely look at the manual it is so easy to use and understand. I do a lot of garment sewing and also make roman blinds, cushions, slipcovers etc and this machine rolls over all of it as good as my old Singer 15-91. I am in the process of reorganizing my studio and there will be a place for a Juki TL2010Q quilting machine.