Modern sewing machines are not even remotely similar to their ancestors. And this applies not only to the appearance, but also to increased opportunities. On the shelves of shops you can see not just a large, but a huge assortment of these devices, which causes the average buyer many doubts about the quality of a particular model.
Let's try to figure out and decide which sewing machines deserve attention and which manufacturer is better to stop at. To begin, consider the clear leaders in this market.
Sewing machine manufacturers
The first places in the production of high-quality models are held by European and Asian manufacturers. The permanent leader can be called the American brand "Singer", the history of which has more than one decade (works since 1851). Each company with enviable regularity updates its assortment and improves applied technologies, trying to keep up with competitors.
One of the most popular companies producing inexpensive and fairly high-quality devices remains the Japanese company Yanome. The brand supplies the market with a diverse assortment of products for both beginner craftswomen and professionals. On the heels of the company comes another manufacturer, no less significant for the market - Brother, which is very popular among the domestic consumer.
Other brands, although worthy of attention, but the buyer, as a rule, prefers to choose only what is “on the ear”.
Sewing machine manufacturers ( quality rating ):
- Singer.
- Janome.
- Brother.
- Bernina.
- Pfaff.
- Husqvarna.
- Jaguar.
All manufacturers in the ranking are distinguished by a good ratio of price and quality of products, as well as the availability of products.
Also, do not forget that the purchase of equipment of this kind is not an easy task, and it is clearly not enough just to look through the rating of sewing machines for a home by quality. Be sure to take into account many factors that directly affect the choice of the machine: type of control, type of shuttle, functionality, equipment, etc., so do not rush to run to the store, but weigh everything carefully and try on. Our sewing machine quality rating includes models for home or semi-professional use. If you need devices with production capacities and unprecedented functionality, then you need to go to specialized exhibitions and forums. We will consider household products that you can buy in ordinary stores.
The best sewing machines for the home (quality rating):
- BROTHER INNOV-'IS 950.
- SINGER CONFIDENCE 7467.
- JANOME 419S / 5519.
- BROTHER LS-2125.
- JANOME MY EXCEL W23U.
All models in the rating have visited exhibitions and received awards for quality more than once, so you can safely choose, the main thing is to determine your needs, because the rating does not differ by the variety of manufacturers.
JANOME MY EXCEL W23U
The W23U is rated among home sewing machines due to its extremely balanced electromechanical control. The device provides stable and smooth operation without any friezes or vibrations. The machine is quite easy to learn and manage, and also proved to be excellent in working with both dense and thin fabrics.
In addition, the W23U series is equipped with a needle threader that helps you insert the thread into the needle. As an addition, there is a sewing speed adjustment and an intelligent noise suppressor. The model is also included in the rating of sewing machines due to the excellent work with the material: the device does not skip lines and does not “chew” the thread.
Machine Features
There is not so much plastic in the model - only a removable panel, and the rest is made of metal, which means that the design can be called quite reliable, which greatly pleased many owners. In addition, there is a very decent distance from the main needle to the sleeve of the machine, which greatly facilitates the work with large material.
Of the shortcomings, a low maximum speed can be noted, therefore, for working with knitted products, it is better to additionally buy a special foot. Some owners complain about mediocre lighting, but this point can hardly be called critical.
Estimated cost - about 18,000 rubles.
BROTHER LS-2125
The model got into the rating of the best sewing machines not only due to high-quality components, but also due to its simplicity and very affordable price. The entire functionality of the device is intuitive, and even without instructions, so the LS-2125 series can be called an ideal option for beginners.
Four needles for cotton and linen fabrics are included in the basic equipment of the machine. The device works very quietly, and in addition, it does not break the thread and produces perfectly even lines.
Of the minuses of the model, it is possible to distinguish not always normal work with dense materials - it slows down the progress. In addition, the device is deprived of adjusting the stitch length and sometimes the zigzag stitch does not work. Otherwise, this is an excellent option for simple sewing work.
Estimated price - about 5 500 rubles.
JANOME 419S / 5519
The model is included in the rating of sewing machines due to the excellent work with dense fabrics. In addition, the device is equipped with an intelligent automatic needle threader. The machine is characterized by smooth sewing without any friezes and vibrations, as well as very quiet operation.
A variety of lines allows you to show imagination, and a durable bed made of iron will not creak and “sing along” to you in time with the creative work. The machine is equipped with a rather convenient cover made of hard material, so there should be no problems with carrying and storage.
The disadvantages of the model are not many. The owners in their reviews complain only about the too inconvenient threading of the lower thread (you need to remove the sleeve table), and the rest is a very successful series at an attractive price.
Estimated cost - about 12,000 rubles.
SINGER CONFIDENCE 7467
The Singer model 7467 was included in the rating of sewing machines due to a large number of operations (about 70 pieces) and an excellent lighting system. In addition, the device is equipped with a competent automatic needle threader and very smoothly regulates the speed.
The matrix display displays all information about current operations, and a double LED backlight allows you to see all the details in the working area. Also, it is worth noting the maximum stitch length - 7 mm, which professional craftswomen will surely appreciate. Additionally, the machine is equipped with a special foot for stitching zippers, which also pleases.
The owners of the model did not find any flaws: they cope with any fabric, many operations and excellent lighting of the working area.
Estimated price - about 20,000 rubles.
BROTHER INNOV-'IS 950 (automatic)
This model was included in the rating of sewing machines due to excellent sewing and embroidery capabilities, intelligent computer control and high-quality assembly. The device itself is quite light and oversized. Of the main advantages of the model is the presence of an automatic stop function if the settings were set incorrectly, as well as the presence of an automatic thread threader and trimming of the thread itself.
In addition, the machine is equipped with a very simple mechanism for changing the presser foot: press the button and you're done. Many owners liked the lighting of the working area - powerful and aimed. The chipset set has a large number of lines, among which there are monograms and interesting patterns. In addition to ample opportunities for sewing, the machine received good ergonomics due to a convenient removable table.
Owners of a typewriter did not find any critical flaws. Some are not always satisfied with a slightly slower reverse and slowing down decorative lines, but for home needs, speed is more than enough. Also separately worth noting is the design of the model, which with all its appearance indicates the owner of an expensive and high-quality device.
Estimated cost - about 40,000 rubles.
Summarizing
In order to choose exactly the sewing machine that you need, you need to determine your needs. For a professional seamstress, 10-15 operations that we see in simple and inexpensive models will obviously not be enough, while well-versed novice craftsmen absolutely do not need 200 types of intricate lines and an expensive machine to boot.
Decide on your tasks and choose the best option for you from the above designated rating.