I wouldn't buy either brand since they (and Singer) were bought by SVP USA. They are all now made in China, and there are too many reports about either lack of service, or long wait times while they source parts. Many long time Pfaff and H/V dealers have quit selling them because of lack of parts, etc. They might work great initially, but being electronic, and suffering in quality, when they do need repairs, you might as well get a new one.