JUKI Miyabi J-350QVP-S Quilting Machine vs Bernina Q16 Plus ST

Both are sit-down longarm quilters with stitch regulators and 2,200 stitches per minute, so the split comes down to space and control. The JUKI Miyabi J-350QVP-S gives you an 18-inch throat, a 30x30 table, automatic thread trimmers and conversion to frames up to 12 feet, which suits quilters who want room and less stopping to clip threads. The Bernina Q16 Plus ST has a 16-inch throat, 50 LEDs, dual BSR sensors, KickStart foot-free quilting and a 4.3-inch touchscreen with profiles, which suits quilters who want precise regulated stitches and hands-free control. Owners of both praise stitch quality; the JUKI's trimmers are its standout, and the Bernina's interface and lighting are its.

• Choose the JUKI Miyabi J-350QVP-S if you want the widest throat, automatic thread trimmers, and the option to move the machine onto a frame later.
• Choose the Bernina Q16 Plus ST if you want dual stitch regulators, foot-free KickStart quilting, and the brightest lighting with a profile-based touchscreen.