You don't say whether you are an embroiderer or not. I have both - a long arm and and a 10 needle Babylock. I would not buy the Bernina. I think it is so over priced for one thing and I hate the regulator. Sewed in a class with one and I wanted to run out the door screaming. I am just not a Bernina lover. Even if you were talking about machines I love, Babylock/Brother I would say no to the big combo's for quilting. The throat is bigger, but not really enough, not like a long arm. Go to House of Hansen, or Quilt university and look for used machines in your area. You can save lots of $$. And if you are interested in embroidery get a stand alone that is under $1,000. Janome and Brother have them. Then you can quilt and embroider. Whatever you do, have fun and enjoy.