Brother machines are easy to use. I have three. One of them (different version) from Costco. Their manuals are very good. I would not hesitate. Costco takes anything back so no worries there. If you have looked at previous posts regarding the lower end brothers you will see so many of us quite pleased with them. I've never had the need for a dealer on any of them. Plus there are many you tube videos available. My opinion would be to go for it.