I love my Brothers. I have a Brother NX2000 (Laura Ashley model) and an NX400. Tons of features, stitches, etc. I just hemmed some jeans on my NX2000 and it went thru all layers like butter. The NX2000 has auto threader, cutter, differential feed, extension table and the list goes on and on. It came with a multitude of feet- didn't have to run out and buy the walking foot- it came with it. The NX400 is a great machine also but smaller and lighter. I also have 2 Singer 201's, a treadle and Singer Graduate which I bought used in the 70's. In buying a new machine, I just thought Brother gave you alot more bang for your buck. I bought the NX2000 during a large quilt show in Wisconsin and was very pleased with what the dealer offered. Love my Brothers!