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I was just going to say the same to @fizzy.bleach - if a decent 2nd hand 'vintage' machine might be a better bet?
I've been trying to find an article I read in the spring about this with recommended models, what to look for etc, but I can't find it (apologies).
This person has a pretty comprehensive rundown of table-top machines;
https://vintagesewingmachinesblog.wordpress.com/2017/10/04/why-i-dont-keep-post-1975-machines/
She also has manuals, if you do encounter machines with problems - these machines were designed to be taken apart, serviced, and a spares are usually available. Thanks to YouTube vids and manual, I was able to take apart my 50 yr old Pfaff industrial over the summer (and put it back together). It was refreshing to to work on quality components, and relatively straight forward.