I have EQ8, and really like it. I am getting better and better at using it. Like anything else, the more you use it the easier it becomes. I enjoy the free monthly downloads of fabric and designs. I didn't have any problem downloading the program, or moving it to a new computer when I updated my desktop. I keep a copy on my laptop too so I can "play" when I travel. Don't know what I would do without it. Love the ability to preview my potential quilt it various designs, colors, etc. My biggest problem is finding fabric in the software that best matches my physical fabric.