I am in love with the sewing machines that don't use a foot pedal. They are so much better than using a foot pedal. I can sew with my feet up on a footrest now! I don't get shoulder pain at all now, because I can sit properly..I have also used it with a tray table while in a recliner..(for piecing..large projects won't work like that). It really didn't take more than a few minutes to adapt to sewing without the foot pedal. In addition to the benefits for posture, my FMQ has improved greatly..you set the speed you're comfortable with, so all you have to do is move your hands..works great. Many of the major manufacturers are making them now, and they're great.