My backup machine is a Brother CS6000i, and I do love it. It is very lightweight so I can take it to classes, and it works great You can get a new one under $200. Mine was a refurbished one and I got it for $125. Refurbished means that it is in factory new condition. Incidentally I got it from Ken's Sewing and Vacuum on line. He is an authorized Brother on line dealer. His shop is in northwest Alabama. He is very reliable - I have bought two older machines from him.