I was really excited about a embroidery machine even though I already had a Baby Lock Elegante which embroidered. I could use one while the other was stitching out. The biggest issue I have is the display. while doing a multi-piece item, I was unable to tell one from another and actually sewed a couple of pieces twice. After trial and error, I finished the piece and it turned out beautifully. There is only one hoop so you must buy them if you want a different size. Of course the Elegante hoops won't work with this although it's the same company. Despite the drawbacks I think I will still appreciate this machine. It is one of my four Baby Lock/Brother machines.