Never used a machine for over 30 years, since school days really. I can therefore say, with confidence, that this machine is easy to set up, needle threader is great and easy to use. I was up and running and sewing in no time - although I certainly need to practice before contemplating any serious work 😂. I did have to have a quick chat with the helpline - used the WhatsApp service and a guy replied instantly at around 7.30pm, video called and sorted my idiotic mistake immediately! Great machin...