I had the older version of the laura ashley. It is an awesome machine. Love the AHA feature which makes perfect tension. Never had any tension problems on my machine. love the needle down, and automatic thread cutter. The pivoting function was really neat. I used that alot. I also liked the ability to adjust presser foot pressure and height which I used for FMQ. If I didn't have my dreambaby I would have kept her because she was a lovely machine. I had her for 2 1/2 years with no problems. She comes with all the accessories you need, 3 FMQ feet, a walking foot, 1/4 inch foot an extension table.