I don't think you would miss the Lizzie Stitch. I haven't missed it at all. The guy just wants to sell you a more expensive machine. When I was looking I mainly wanted a stitch regulator and a machine that had a computerized capability. The Lizzie had the most for the money and I have no regrets. It is a good sturdy machine I don't think it is worth $2000 more just for the Lizzie stitch.