You have to chose the one that is best for you. I have 2 Pfaff machines. One is an older one, a 7550 and the other is a newer one, a 2144. I have not had any problems with either of them. I love the IDT feature. I have sewn on other machines at work and in stores and the IDT is the deciding factor for me. I personally will upgrade to another Pfaff the next time I get a new machine. I am sold on the brand no matter where it's made. A good dealer is very important with the high end machines. They can help you get the most for your money and help you use the machine to it's fullest.