Please consider what you will be doing most of the time with the machine and give a realistic trial run to the mchines you are considering. I have a Janome 1600P, which is straight stitch only and is a real work horse. I also have another Janome with fancy stitches. My dealer advises a straight stitch machine for use on a frame or for general FMQ work. He sells both brands but says the 1600P (QC) is the best for the workout I give my machines. I have been quilting since late 2000 and completed almost 500 quilts.