I agree with feline fanatic. I do have the micro handles, and I use them, but it probably depends on how you quilt. You may find that you don't need them, or you want the clip-on handles instead. I've sewn with a variety of threads, including water soluble thread (Vanish) from Superior. That one worked great, until one day I was having trouble with breakage. I decided it was because I had misted the quilt backing to get the wrinkles out - duh! - and the **water soluble** thread was getting wet - and dissolving.
I am extremely pleased with the help I've received from Innova when I had any problem or question. I'm happy to know that I can add just about anything to the machine after purchase (the lightning stitch is the only thing that is more costly to add later) and install it myself. I'm also really impressed with the company's recent new products, the Pantovision and Navigator.