This machine does not come with cap driver as standard equipment, not a deal breaker. And if I wanted to do hats I would absolutely spend the extra $1000 or so dollars to do hats… That said it’s equipped very well for doing flats, probably more than, yon’ll ever need. Also despite being one color embroidered at a time, Also not a deal breaker. It’s fairly similar to my very old brother 9 needle industrial embroidery machines, in quality, functionality and reliability. However, This machine is not meant for medium to large production runs. still not a deal breaker. The big plus for me! IS THIS. Compared to the brother combo machines and/or other brand name combinations machines. It’s my opinion that sewing machines and embroidery machines should remain in separated units. Thus you can always be working. I.e., sewing and embroidering at the same time. This machine should be sufficient for Small runs of 3-6 units or less, with stitch counts of 4-5k stitches or less, is probably ideal especially if your trying to make money. Sew Speed is good, not super fast but likely faster than combo machines. Changing colors is slowish but faster than a combo unit. Onboard Software SHOULD be easy even for the novice. However in all fairness I have 30 years of experience working with embroidery machines and digitizing software, running my own business! So my endorsement comes with 100hrs, actually more like 1000hrs, working with 4 single headed/9 needle brother machine's ever day. So I’m a little bias when I suggest to you. Buy this machine. My wife and I have since slowed down and purchased this machine for home use because we are is still in need of doing projects, for ourselves, family and friends. I have since scrap my 4 Brothers machines all at 20+ year old. Believe me they don’t owe me a thing.. I ran them to death, is an understatement! So, buying this Brother, was a no brainer, especially when faced with the choice of buying a combo unit because I was worried about space for this unit, in my home. Honestly, this machine really does not take up to much space and is easy for me a husband to move by myself. Or maybe, I would suggest at-least two humans 14+ years old. GL and enjoy.
