I have had several Brother machines over the years and loved tbem. I also love Janome, Babylock and Husquevarna Viking. I love my old mechanical Singers. In fact, I never met a sewing machine I didn't love. Lol Well, there was one Singer portable that I had when DH was in the Army. It was.dog! The tension wouldn't stay in adjustment. I traded it for a Brother, that I loved. The reason I changed to Janome and Babylock is that my dealer now sells those brands. Most major brands are good. Be sure you have a good dealer who stands behind the machines they sell.