I have a Babylock Tiara sit-down machine. It is the same machine as the HQ Sweet 16, but has the Babylock brand on it. The Tiara is made by HQ. I have had the machine since November and absolutely love it. I would suggest that you join the HQ Sit Down Model group on Yahoo. I joined before I made my purchase. The group is really friendly and not shy at all about responding to your questions about both machines. You will enjoy whichever one you choose. Good luck. Betty