Top 15 best sewing machines for home: rating 2021-2022 for quality and price

Sewing machine - a great helper in the home, professional sphere.

Manufacturers offer many types of such equipment: mechanical, electromechanical, electronic, computer-controlled, sewing and embroidery, flat sewing machines.

In order not to make a mistake when buying, you need to decide on the purpose of using the technique.

And in this article, you can read the ranking of the best household sewing machines and tips on choosing them.

Top 15 best sewing machines 2021-2022 ranking

Place	Name	Price
Top 5 best sewing machines
1	Jaguar Mini U-2	Check price
2	Jaguar Kitty	Ask the price
3	Brother CX5	Ask the price
4	VLK Napoli 1400	Ask the price
5	FIRST AUSTRIA FA-5700-2 Purple	Learn the price
Top 5 best electromechanical sewing machines
1	Janome Juno 523	Learn the price
2	Singer Fashion Mate 2290	Learn the price
3	Singer 8280 P	Learn the price
4	Janome Sew Dream 510	Find out the price of
5	Janome MX 77	Learn the price
Top 5 best electronic sewing machines
1	Janome DC 603	Learn the price
2	Singer Starlet 6660	To know the price
3	Brother INNOV-'IS 10	Ask the price
4	Brother Style-40e	Ask the price
5	Jaguar LW-400	Find out the price

How to choose a sewing machine?

To buy the most suitable sewing machine, you need to pay attention to the following features when choosing:

• Type of control. Outdated mechanical models no one buys any more. Electromechanical, electronic, computer models are popular. The main advantage - the hands remain free, so it is comfortable to manage the sewing process. Machines with computer control belong to an expensive category. What to choose - the buyer decides.
• A set of stitches. The budget models include 5 types of stitches - straight, overcasting, trailing, elastic and zigzag. More expensive equipment is supplemented by up to 20 types of stitches. But they belong to the professional equipment. The optimal variant for domestic needs - from 5 to 10 types of stitches.
• Type of shuttle. It can be oscillating, horizontal and vertical. A good option - a vertical shuttle. It is characterized by reliability, easy tension adjustment.
• Options. These can be buttonholes, sewing at multiple speeds, saving settings, starting with a button and so on. The more features, the easier and faster the workflow.

Review of the best budget sewing machines

The review presents inexpensive sewing machines that are well suited for home use.

Jaguar Mini U-2.

A good quality electromechanical sewing machine that performs seven types of stitches and buttonholes in semi-automatic mode. It is worth noting that this is one of the best models of 2021-2022.

Works well with both dense and lightweight fabric types. The main types of stitches - straight, simple and elastic zigzag, countersunk. It is possible to adjust the width of stitching and stitch length, thread tension.

The model is complemented by an electronic starter pedal, reverse, auxiliary light. A special compartment allows you to store accessories, threads, shuttles and so on.

Features:

• type of shuttle in the sewing machine - oscillating;
• spool location - horizontal;
• power - 0.035 kW;
• max. stitch length - 4 mm;
• max stitch width - 5 mm;
• there is a sleeve platform, soft cover;
• weight - 5 kg.

Jaguar Kitty

Compact and stylish sewing machine with electromechanical type of control. Comfortable operation is ensured by the necessary built-in details: lamp, adjustable foot, bottom fabric conveyor, threading device, reverse.

The model is capable of 400 stitches per minute, perform 25 operations. The operator can sew buttonholes, use the following types of stitches - zigzag, standard straight, overlock, reinforced, countersunk edge.

The machine is excellent for working with light and stretch fabrics, knitwear, any textile.

Features:

• type of shuttle - oscillating;
• max. stitch length - 4 mm;
• max stitch width of 5 mm;
• there is a sleeve platform, a compartment for accessories, soft pouch.

Brother CX5

Two-line electromechanical sewing machine for simple operations. Allows you to use zigzag stitches and standard straight stitches for sewing or sewing over fabric parts, sewing over the edges of products.

There are adjustable stitch length and width of stitches, bright LED lighting, auto winding bobbin, function "free sleeve". A special compartment for accessories allows you to store shuttles, bobbins with thread, and other accessories.

Features:

• shuttle type - rotary horizontal;
• power - 0.051 kW;
• max stitch length - 4 mm;
• max stitch width of 5 mm;
• zipper foot included.

VLK Napoli 1400

Compact and lightweight sewing machine with electromechanical control. In the functionality built into 11 types of stitches, semi-automatic knitting loops.

With its help you can sew all kinds of fabrics - from leather to silk. The sleeve platform allows you to perform machining of rounded garment details. The body is made of plastic, and the design includes a storage compartment for accessories, a lamp, and a ruler.

Features:

• coil location - vertical;
• Features - powered by AA batteries or 6V adapter;
• types of stitches - elastic countersunk, zigzag stitching;
• weight 1.3 kg.

FIRST AUSTRIA FA-5700-2 Purple

Domestic sewing machine with electromechanical control. Includes 12 types of stitches, semi-automatic knitting loops.

Thanks to the swinging shuttle, sewing is smooth, and delicate fabrics lend themselves to gentle treatment. The upper threading system has been simplified for easy adjustment.

To get smooth and beautiful stitches, just change the thread tension and presser foot pressure. The body is made of plastic, the design has a storage compartment for accessories and a ruler.

Features:

• spool location - vertical;
• stitch type - elastic blindstitch, zigzag stitch;
• there is a sleeve platform, the function of sewing without a pedal;
• the number of speeds - 2;
• features - work from the network, 4 AA batteries.

Review of the best electromechanical models

Janome Juno 523

Small-sized sewing machine with a wide range of functions. The design includes a convenient needle threader, thread trimmer thread cutter, bright light. Works with a double needle, which allows you to sew dense fabrics.

Unique features include a button sizing system, 23 sewing operations (overcasting, countersunk, elastic, combination and zigzag stitching). Provides decorative stitches.

This model can be used for domestic and professional sewing tasks.

Features:

• shuttle type - oscillating;
• max speed - 860 min-1;
• max. presser foot lift height - 1.2 cm;
• spool location - vertical;
• power - 0.085 kW;
• lamp power - 0.015 kW;
• max. stitch length - 4 mm;
• max stitch width - 5 mm;
• weight - 8 kg.

Singer Fashion Mate 2290

The standard model with a vertical rocking shuttle and the main types of stitches. An excellent option for learning sewing, repairing and sewing clothes.

Ten stitch options are included and can be adjusted using the circular switch. The buttonhole is made in semi-automatic mode in four switches and without turning the fabric.

Removable sleeve platform is designed to work with narrow and round parts. Additional pluses are the small size and stylish design.

Features:

• max speed - 750 st/min;
• power - 0.085 kW;
• stitch type - overcasting, blindstitch, elastic blindstitch, zigzag;
• max. stitch length - 4 mm;
• max. stitch width - 5 mm;
• The kit has feet for stitching zippers and sewing buttons.

Singer 8280 P

Compact and budget machine for basic sewing operations. Includes 7 types of stitches, of which you can use different variations of blindstitch, elastic, combination stitch and zigzag stitch.

The presser foot pressure is controlled by a separate switch. It can be used to set a certain parameter for quality stitching of light and heavy fabrics. Linen buttonhole is sewn in semi-automatic mode.

Features:

• spool location - horizontal;
• power - 0.085 kW;
• max. stitch length - 5 mm;
• max. stitch width - 4 mm;
• sleeve length - 8 cm;
• weight - 5.66 kg.

Janome Sew Dream 510.

Practical, inexpensive sewing machine with a bright design. Gives the user access to 14 operations, of which you can use straight stitches, overlapping, hemming products.

The buttonholes are sewn in semi-automatic mode, and the sleeves and trouser legs are sewn with a split free-arm insertion. Excellent sewing results are achieved due to the vertical rocking shuttle, additional design devices.

Features:

• power - 0.035 kW;
• zipper foot included;
• There is a sleeve platform, a compartment for accessories, soft pouch;
• Additional options - reverse, lighting.

Janome MX 77

Easy to operate, with a pleasant design and the necessary set of options. Includes 15 operations. Has a convenient regulators, back lever, optional legs lift, removable sleeve, LED lighting. This model has proven itself perfectly in 2021-2022.

The buttonhole is sewn semi-automatically. The vertical rocking shuttle is responsible for smooth and gentle sewing. This machine is great for simple sewing tasks.

Features:

• max speed - 800 st/min;
• max. presser foot lift - 13 mm;
• power - 0.085 kW;
• lamp power - 0.015 kW;
• max. stitch length - 4 mm, stitch width - 5 mm;
• complete foot for stitching zipper, blindstitch;
• weight - 6 kg.

Review of the best electronic models

Janome DC 603

Professional model with 60 different operations for sewing standard and decorative stitches, automatic serging loops.

The selected option is displayed on the electronic panel. Adjusting the speed and position of the needle is done with the buttons. There is a function of sewing without a pedal: just press the start/stop button and the machine begins to move smoothly.

Additional features - speed limiter, fabric feed mode deactivation, button sizing system, double needle sewing.

Features:

• rotary hook type - horizontal;
• max. presser foot lift - 14 mm;
• power - 0.035 kW;
• max. stitch length - 5 mm, stitch width - 7 mm;
• sleeve length - 9 cm;
• Includes foot for stitching zippers.

Singer Starlet 6660.

Reliable machine with a large set of standard and decorative stitches, beautiful applique. Model does not lose its relevance and in 2021-2022.

Equipped with handy needle threader, piercing force stabilizer. The mechanism helps to stitch heavy fabrics, even folded in several layers.

All adjustments are made on the electronic display by simply pressing on the selected parameter. The model includes 60 operations, 4 types of buttonholes, 13 needle positions, LED backlight.

Features:

• max speed - 750 sts/min;
• max stitch length - 5 mm, stitch width - 6 mm;
• there is a sleeve platform, a compartment for accessories, reverse;
• dimensions - 46x26x38 cm;
• weight - 8.29 kg.

Brother INNOV-'IS 10.

Is a reliable computerized model for easy and complex sewing. Operations are switched Quickly, it speeds up the overall work process.

The machine is equipped with an LCD display that shows full information about the selected option. For example, the current foot position, stitch length and stitch width.

Uniform fabric advancement and neatness of the stitch is achieved by the quality functioning of the seven-part conveyor belt. There is automatic buttonhole creation, needle stop function, the possibility of sewing with double needle, touch control.

Features:

• shuttle type - rotary horizontal;
• the number of operations - 16, types of loops - 3;
• Max. stitch length - 5 mm, stitch width - 7 mm;
• there is a reverse, lighting, sleeve plate;
• function of sewing without a pedal.

Brother Style-40e

Professional sewing machine with electronic control, a rich set of functions.

Includes 40 types of stitches, of which 5 - a variety of buttonholes. It is possible to create interesting and beautiful applications. Adjustments are made using the touch panel, and the bright LCD display will show the current operating parameters.

A unique feature is the F.A.S.T. quick bobbin winding function. The model is endowed with all necessary options: electronic stabilizer piercing force, reverse, threading, sleeve platform, double-needle sewing.

Features:

• shuttle type - rotary horizontal;
• max stitch length - 4 mm, stitch width - 7 mm;
• included feet for stitching zippers, sewing buttons;
• functions - Disable fabric feed mode, presser foot pressure adjustment, six-segment rail-transporter;
• weight - 6.5 kg.

Jaguar LW-400.

A functional model with computer control and electronic tips. Thanks to them, you can Set the optimal mode for sewing any type of fabric, sewing buttonholes, and creating appliqués.

The machine is equipped with a special mode for stitching stretchy and too thin fabrics. The system has 80 operations, which makes this technique especially attractive for professional seamstresses.

Features:

• spool location - vertical;
• power - 0.065 kW;
• the number of loops - 6;
• max. stitch length - 4.5 mm, stitch width - 6.5 mm;
• included foot for stitching zippers;
• weight - 6.9 kg.

Customer Reviews

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