I have a Pfaff, brother, Bernina, Singer featherweight, baby lock. I like each machine for different reasons.
For piecing I use the featherweight or Pfaff with walking foot. Brother or Baby Lock are the best for embroidery. Bernina for general sewing. So, go to your dealer, take small pieces of the same fabric with you to each dealer and see how you like the machine, look at your samples, etc.