Longarm machine and "cheap" don't go together. Talk to the Pros - many will talk to you on the phone - they love to talk of their "baby". You will find many have owned a minimum of two different brands. Ask lots of ??? Physically go - Try out as many different brands as possible. Listen to those who spend alot of time on their longarm machines, and really evaluate how you will use it. I started out with HQ system, so much down time and frustration, then upgraded to smallest no frills Gammill - no comparison - then last year upgraded to Gammill Vision. My frustration level has dropped 90 percent - now I love to finish my own work from beginning to end. These machines, space investment, and supply investment are costly, so take the time to research.