You didn't mention your budget and I don't know the price of the machines you are considering. I bought a Juki F600 a few months ago and love it. I have a local dealer but, from what I've read on several boards, a lot of people have purchased theirs online. It has a nice size "throat" which is great for quilting, sews quietly, and has more stitches than I will ever use. The Juki has all the "bells & whistles" I was looking for at a lower price. I looked at a Janome but it was out of my price range. Buy the machine that speaks to you and fits your budget. Good luck!