I have the Skyline S3.I had done some research before I bought a new machine,actually the store showed this to me online before it came out and by their recommendation I ordered it. I bought it when it first came out(about 1 1/2 years ago), and it replaced my 30+year old Kenmore.I love it! Easy to use right out of the box,I mainly sew purses and quilts,but it has gone through some thicker fabric too.