I LOVE my FW. I sew with a Bernina 1530 and I feel like I am sitting behind a cow when sewing. I never noticed that until I started using my FW. I take it everywhere, it is light, dependable, uncomplicated and sews a perfect stitch. I would highly recommend a FW to sew in the room with your family. Mine purrs and is not loud, so you wouldn't have to worry about disturbing anyone while sewing and listening to the TV.
FYI: If you want to save some money, I would get the less expensive machine, without the extra parts or case. As it is, I only use the straight foot and all of the other feet attachment are unnecessary if you already have other machines to do the same thing. I also never use my carrying case, as it just makes the machine heavier being made out of wood. I put my machine in a little roller case and that is just fine. Unless you are planning on selling it for a profit, the gold around the machine isn't important at all. Worn gold trimming brings the price down considerably.