If cost is not a factor, going bigger seems better. However, I found a great mid-arm on Ebay for a fraction of the cost of a long-arm. I figure I will eventually go bigger, but I am thrilled to have the one I have. I can quilt one up to 104", but am limited in how much area I can quilt at a time because of the 9" opening. I just did not have more than $2000.00 to spend. I ended up with a New Joy frame. I figure this is like getting a bike with training wheels. Someday I will move up to a mountain bike, but right now, this is a good fit for me.