I don't have Autopilot but I do have an Innova 26 machine with Lightning stitch. I love it. I did have a Gammill 26 before this one and had problems with tension all the time. I don't have that with this one and the Lightning stitch is the greatest to stop in the points or anywhere for that matter and then pick up and go on. I did take lessons on the autopilot and decided that it was not for my business as I do custom quilts most of the time. I did love what you could do with it but it was just not for me. Good luck with your decision.