Am a beginner sewer and i previously owned a portable and way simpler sewing machine i used to sew few thing so i have a little sewing experience! Reading the instructions they are straightforward and simple however for a beginner it felt a bit overwhelming at first i had to watch few videos so i advise to do so,
It is lightweighted but so sturdy 
And reliable I had it for over 3 weeks now had made few things mostly masks and an apron for my daughter and i love how smooth it runs no jamming so far. It has some noise but  still acceptable! I believe this is a great beginner model i highly recommend this it.