Are Singer Sewing Machines worth the money? Which one is best? Read our reviews to find out. We look at features, warranty, pros & cons, consumer ratings, specifications, etc.
The Singer Sewing Company often needs no introduction as the name is synonymous with the sewing machine. This company already had offices in several countries in the mid 1800’s and by the late 1800’s controlled 80% of the worldwide sewing machine market. The company is named after “Isaac Merritt Singer” who invented the first practical sewing machine for domestic use. Over many years the machine evolved and features were added and refined. In 1975 Singer released the world’s first electronic sewing machine.
| Model | Avg Consumer Rating |
| Singer Stylist 7258 sewing machine | 93.1 |
| Singer One Plus sewing machine | 93.0 |
| Singer Fashion Mate 7256 sewing machine | 91.2 |
| Singer ONE sewing machine | 88.7 |
| Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist sewing machine | 88.4 |
52.4 This review is really more of a heads-up for folks looking for an inexpensive, light machine for quick sewing work. The heads-up is this - think carefully before buying the Singer Quickfix sewing machine (sometimes spelled QuikFix). Yes it is lightweight and inexpensive but it surely has some issues and many owners don't like it.
63.0 The Singer Brilliance (model 6199) is one of the least popular sewing machines we have investigated. Consumer ratings are, on average, rather poor and there are quite a few complaints regarding needle breakage, jamming, thread birdnesting, tension difficulties, etc. Some owners do like this machine but there are a sufficient number of folks highlighting issues to make one wary.
88.7 Weve looked at a lot of Singer sewing machines in the past and while some get good reviews many get only average ratings from consumers. The Singer ONE is something of an exception in this regard and owners are giving it high praise. Owners like the fact that the unit is extremely easy to use, quiet and stylish. It does struggle with thicker materials though and the instruction manual could be better.
70.1 The Singer 3116 Simple is easy to use and it is not too expensive, however it has some issues. Owners complain that it is difficult to set the tension and that there is frequent thread jamming. Also, there are quite a few comments alluding to poor quality construction. Having said that, it is not the lowest rated Singer we have investigated and there are owners that really do like it. The 3116 has 18 built-in stitches and is fairly basic but it comes with a few bells and whistles.
58.6 The Singer 2932 sewing machine is fairly basic and it is also, unfortunately, the lowest consumer-rated Singer sewing machine we have looked at. It receives a wide range of owner ratings and while some really do like the machine, many others do not. On the positive side it is quite inexpensive and can often be found for under $150 and sometimes even as low as $120. However it has chronic issues with thread and materials jamming as well as the reverse stitch lever breaking.
83.1 Built to commemorate Singers 160th anniversary, the Singer 160 Anniversary Limited Edition sewing machine takes design cues from traditional, classic Singer machines. Owners report that it is a great looking sewing machine but is wider than expected. It is also good for free motion quilting and has 24 built-in stitches.
91.2 The Singer Fashion Mate 7256 is well liked by owners and ratings are very good. This Singer sewing machine, along with the Stylist 7258, are consumer favorites. The machine has 70 built-in stitches and a host of other features including an LCD screen with stitch selections, an automatic needle threader and 13 needle positions. Consumers also report that the Fashion Mate is very easy to get up and running. However, some owners comment on the limited illumination provided by the LED light and the fact that the machine sometimes struggles on heavier material. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
88.4 The Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist gets good consumer ratings. It is feature rich and has 600 built-in stitches, 5 alphanumeric fonts, 13 automatic one-touch buttonholes and many, many more features. Consumers report that this sewing machine is very easy to use and that it produces consistent, quality stitches. However some folks find that the manual is not very easy to understand and that the machine is so full of features that they are a little overwhelmed. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
82.7 The Singer 7467 sewing machine comes with 70 built-in stitches and owners like the machines ease of use, quiet operation and quality of stitches. A number of consumer comments do point to some reliability issues however and a few owners have reported the need to take the machine in for repairs. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
74.2 Consumer ratings for the Singer CG-590 Commercial Grade Sewing Machine are, on average, not that great when compared to other units in the same price range. Some owners really like the machine and have commented on its powerful motor and high speed stitching but a number of others have experienced reliability issues and have had the machine in for repairs frequently. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
78.2 The Singer Talent 3323S is a good machine for beginners or those who would like a relatively basic machine and dont want to spend a lot of money. Is not computerized and there is no LCD screen for choosing stitches and the like. Owners like the fact that it is easy to use and it does a good job of what it is supposed to do. It is short on features however and some more experienced seamstresses may find it limiting. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
81.8 Singer has a number of Heavy Duty sewing machines and the Singer 4423 is one of their middle of the road models. It is very fast at 1100 stitches per minute and is said to have a more powerful motor than most home machines. Owners feel that it is fast, quiet and also sturdy but some folks indicate that it will not sew through thick material as easily as they expected. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
81.8 An inexpensive machine that is probably best for beginners, the Singer 1507 gets good grades from consumers for being quite compact and easy to use. It also comes with 8 built-in stitches, a 4-step automatic buttonhole and a 25 year warranty. It is a bit short on accessories however, and some owners struggle with the vertical bobbin and the tension settings. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
93.1 With 100 built-in stitches and speed control the Singer 7258 Stylist is getting better reviews from consumers than many other Singer sewing machines. It is not too expensive and can be found at some retail outlets for about $150 to $200. Owners like the quiet and smooth operation of the Stylist and indicate that the manual is so easy to understand that they are up and sewing in no time. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
79.7 The Singer 7469Q Confidence is said by most owners to be a fairly basic sewing and quilting machine that is good for beginners. Those that purchased the machine like the fact that it is easy to operate and that it comes with a wide range of accessories. But it does have its detractors. Some owners find the light too dim and the lack of instructions for items like the presser feet to be frustrating. Consumer ratings also show mixed sentiment for the 7469Q. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]
80.4 This is a hard machine to find consumer comments on, but we managed to find a few. All-in-all consumer ratings are pretty good not as good as some of the other machines weve looked at but still not bad. The machine excels with respect to being high speed but falls a little short with respect to being truly heavy duty. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Ratings]
83.4 Singers HD-110 is a heavy duty sewing machine with a powerful motor. Consumers also indicate it is very fast (commercial speed) and easy to set up. It comes with 10 stitch patterns and a stainless steel bed plate but several consumer comments indicate there are some issues. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Ratings]
82.9 The Singer 7442 Electronic Sewing Machine is considered by many consumers to be a very good starter machine. Consumer ratings and comments are fairly good often citing the ease with which the machine can be used. The Singer 7442 has an all aluminum frame and comes with 30 stitch patterns and adjustable stitch length and width. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Ratings]
83.3 If you are in the market for a basic sewing machine with a few good bells & whistles, then the Singer 7470 Confidence sewing machine may be worth a look. The "Confidence", as it is called, is popular with experienced sewers and beginners alike. It has all of the basic necessary functions, and then some. [REF Singer Sewing Machine Ratings]
From the moment that Isaac Meritt Singer invented the very first practical sewing machine in 1850 just 11 days after observing the first machine prototype, Singer Sewing Machine Company has been synonymous with quality sewing and continues to evolve into a world-class manufacturer of many more types of machines as well.
