Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

First off, I bought a Brother XL-2600 10 years ago. I do light sewing--curtains, the occasional skirt or apron, throw pillows, jeans mending, lots of alterations, etc. Haven't had a single problem with it, and can do everything from silk to jeans--basic stuff only, though. I took it in for routine cleaning, which I've never done once, and it's taking the repair shop a long time to get to it, so I wanted a value-priced machine to back up my old machine in the meantime. I found the XL-3750 after doing a lot of research and seriously considering the Kenmore 58-stitch, which also gets good reviews. The first XL-3750 I got from Amazon had a broken top-thread tension setting--didn't work no matter what I did. I sent that one back (FREE RETURNS, FOLKS!), and in 2 days got a second XL-3750 (they send a replacement right away, pending your return). Setup took less than 5 minutes, and I was sewing that night. This machine does a lot for a non-computerized machine, and can handle most any fabric. I've even tried some knit sewing on it, and it works. I don't even have to use an ugly zigzag stitch to do knits on it b/c it has some stretch-fabric stitches. (...or you can just go with a straight stitch.) I am very pleased with this machine, although I haven't had it long and might be favorably prejudiced toward it by the quality of my old Brother. This machine is a great value for the novice or intermediate sewist. Good features: --drop-in bobbin --needle threader: what an invention! --comes with lots of foot attachments you'd normally pay a lot for (including quilting bar and rolling foot) --machine cover included --lots of utility and decorative stitches for the price --quick setup --one-step buttonhole maker --terrific value --relatively quiet (compared to older machines) --snap-on feet --pedal responds well to pressure changes, making speed easy to adjust Good Amazon features: --free returns --quick shipping of replacement item NOTE: I am an Amazon Prime member. Don't know if that makes a difference with the shipping and returns. No complaints thus far. I will update the review if I end up having any.