This machine is simply incredible. Five stars is not enough. It is whisper quiet and sews like a dream. I do have a few other machines, including two Janome machines and a Viking. This machine outperforms them all. I sewed four layers of heavy upholstery fabric together as a test and it did not even hesitate! Simply unbelievable. The stitches were perfect. The fabric glides through so well that you don't even need to guide it, though I did have my hands near by just in case. The needle threader works great and overall it's very straightforward to operate, but it is very important to read the manual. There are also many you tube videos as well that can be helpful. My only disappointment, if you will, is that the machine I received does not look like the photo on Great Offer Stock. It has a spiral type design in a turquoise color along the bottom. Myself, I would have preferred no design at all, but that's just a cosmetic thing. In terms of functionality this machine is a winner. I actually feel like I have no use now for my other machines! LOVE IT!