I bought a Brother cs6000i because of all the rave reviews on a previous post. I have not been disappointed. As Belfrybat said it comes with so many added extras. I take it on retreats and it is so light and easy to carry and sews over bulky seams without a problem. The Janomi I have cost $$ more and doesn't do well on the seams on pillow cases with french seams but this little Brother just sews right over them. It is cheap enough I can replace it if need be. I really recommend it.