Before you buy, I would suggest that you try one out. What about the FW makes you want one?? I know, everyone wants a FW. I couldn't wait to get one and now I have 4. Crazy, I know. But I love them.... love the sound they make, love the perfect stitches that they create, love that I can carry it anywhere without hurting my back!! But, they aren't for everything. They don't make beautiful pictures like my fancy Viking. It would be pretty difficult to FMQ a king size quilt..... although I have FMQ a baby quilt with darning foot and feed dog cover. They won't do a zig-zag without the special attachment.
And what price to pay? They are different prices in different areas. I've paid between $50 - $280 and thought each one was worth the price I paid. Each one had a variety of attachments, etc. I love mine. I do hope you can find one you love......