With the price of Bernina's feet and accessories being so very, very expensive and if you have to have it serviced, I would go with the Janome. I have 3 janome machines and love them. If you want a higher priced one - check out the Kenmore machines which are made by Janome - they are usually a good price . I have heard from several people who own Juki machines that they love them. They make a very sturdy machine. My favourite machine is my Janome 6600. I have had it for 5years and have sewn 2 wedding parties dresses - wedding dresses, brides maids and flower girls, as well as sewing for myself, my 3 kids and spouses and grandkids (6). I also quilt alot. Try all the machines and see what they feel like. You will know when you sew on them.