I rarely use mine and I have 2 types which came with my Brother Dream. I prefer to just slip feet on and off the machine because I use a number of them. To me, it is like using the right screw driver. Sure several different screw drivers will probably get the job done for you, but the one which fits the screw head and can easily get into the work area, makes the job faster, easier; not a hated chore to be avoided but a quick adjustment. Anyway, my walking feet require more effort to put them on and off so I dont do it until they are really needed.