I have a bigger Juki and love it. Overall I think Juki machines are better quality than a Brother and for the little extra cost the Juki will last her for many many years. I looked at the HZL-70 and it looks like a perfect lightweight starter machine. I bought the smallest Babylock Audrey machine about 6 years ago and really like it too. But if you can get the a Juki, I think it is the best!