We have quite a few of the multi process style machines at the school. I don't think you can go wrong with a miller. They make great machines. Although I will say that miller and hobart come down the same line and get different metal and faces at the end. I know many have their own opinions on brands... I like miller for mig and lincoln for stick...although I use a miller trailblazer at my other job (diesel mech) to stick...and we have a miller 252 for mig and a 30amp spool gun for aluminum. I think you'll love the machine, its nice to have one that can do it all.