Another thing to consider is what you are planning to do with it. Are you just using it for basic sewing and piecing? Will you be using the decorative stitches regularly? Do you plan to FMQ? Then as the others have said, make a list of what features are most desirable, what feet are included in the package...then test drive as many as you can. It isn't just a matter of how much is costs but getting the your money's worth out of what you need/want.