I cannot speak to the Pfaff..altho I sewed on a Pfaff my 1st sewing machine. I quilt on a Gammill Classic Plus (plus=stitch regulator). Gammill has an excellent reputation in the machine quilting world and mine is a workhorse. I have had it serviced, but not for problem. I would suggest asking to see both set ups, and if possible, quilt some on each. I looked at the Pfaff online and it has more computer type features. Depends on what you want to do with it..and what your budget is. take into consideration moving, taking lessons etc. If you cannot quilt on them , call or go to a local dealer and try theirs out. Ask if they know of any local quilters who would let you test drive one. One will feel better to you ...