I'm also a Janome gal (and elna) and have the Janome 8900QCP. It's the best machine I've ever owned (and I've had a few in 65 years). But to answer your question in another way - first make a list of features that you must have and a list of features that might be nice to have and use that list when shopping. It's easy to get enthralled with one feature and forget that you really needed something else. Test drive at the shop - if they won't let you bring fabric you usually work with, go to another location. In my experience, a good relationship with the shop where you bought it is important in case issues come up ... and they should give lessons, even on used machines.
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Misty's Mom
I'm a janome gal also. I have the 8900QCP. It's got the larger harp, needle up and down, needle threader and cutter, plus lots more features. Haven't had a bit of trouble with it. Quilts like a champ. It's an all around great machine. I love it.