Whatever you decide, be sure to try it out first. When I was looking for a new machine 7 years ago, I "test drove" machines at 3 dealers. I did end up spending more than I had planned on, but I bought a Pfaff and it was the right decision. My dealer has since gone out of business
, but so far my machine and I haven't needed any help. She did get cleaned yearly until the shop closed last year.
I took fabric to each store, tried various machines, and took notes. It was like buying a car.
Dina