I have a HQ Fusion (24 inches) with Pro Stitcher and I love it! As others have noted, the robotics (Pro Stitcher) is indeed expensive and I purchased it only after I had paid off my longarm, and only after I decided that indeed I love doing my own quilts, It’s a substantial investment, but the cost far outweighs sending my quilts out to be done. I took a private one day, one on one class on Pro Stitcher from one of the board members here, and it really helped get me going. I’m taking a 2 day class in a few weeks to learn more, there is so much you can do with it.
I was totally intimidated by Pro Stitcher when I bought it and it sat for a year in the box before I decided take the plunge. It really is user friendly and I’m so happy I have it! I only quilt for myself and it’s nice to be able to do a quilt from start to finish.