I have several Brothers and haven't had any major problems with them. I have a dealer that is fairly close to me and he is good about getting it in and out. I have bought some on ebay from dealers that have been used in classes and they have been wonderful machines. I sew 4 to 6 hours a day and I am very satisfied. I make doll quilts for Head Start, Habitat for Humanity quilts, quilts for soliders, and many charities as well as for my family. I really don't know much about all the machines and I know some people buy for the expensive big names. I want a work horse and am happy with mine. Good luck.