After using a low end Janome for a year and to make sure quilting would stick as a hobby, I started saving for an upgrade. I test drove the 6300, 6500, 7700 and 8200. The 8200 has improved features that the 7700 lacked. The main reason I want the 8200 is the harp space. Other machines sew well, but I lose "umph" to quilt in the face of anything larger than a wall hanging. I also want the thread cutter, multiple feet, and cheaper op font cost, accessory cost, and repair cost. I'm still saving up!