I went for a mid-range to slightly pricey machine, and I think the main differences compared to cheaper options are the thermostat and the materials. The thermostat really makes a difference—I’ve had it running for 8 hours straight or even 10 hours during events, and it stays stable without needing to turn it off.
Then there’s the quality of the materials and the little details. For example, good walnut wood not only looks great but also feels amazing to the touch. And then there are things like the precision on the worktable’s scale, the simplicity of operation, and those small design details—they really matter when you’re using it regularly.