I also have the 440 aurora QE and love it. There is a tremendous amount of built-in embroidery patterns for quilting. But, since I use my 180 artista for that, I seldom use the 440 anything but piecing and machine Free motion quilting with the BSR. I also sew purses, home dec and clothing with the 440. It performs great every time. For me there is nothing like bernina. Before I bought these, I had a Bernina Record and it was wonderful. Over thirty years and never a problem. My younger sister has it now.