I saved for a Janome but found a Babylock Espire that was gently used. Have been very happy with that. also have a Kenmore and my mothers Kenmore. Don't use the Kenmores. They seem to be a little fussy about the tensions.
would love to have a long arm but my DH built a homemade version of one. Haven't used it yet. Guess that tells me how much I'd use a long arm.