I have a ULT Brother with the Disney caratures built in, a 9000 Janome and a SQ=9000 I got at Walmart. Have had no problems with any of them. The SQ-9000 I've had for 2 years and can't believe for the price how well it sews. I've made about 6 or 7 quilts with it and it sews like the bigger ones do. Guess it depends on if you get a good one or a lemon. With the price I paid for the SQ I could afford to buy another one if it gives out. It is lots easier to take to classes. That 's why I have it.