Are Brother Sewing Machines worth the money? Which one is best? Read our reviews below to find out. We look at features, warranty, pros & cons, consumer ratings, and much more. Brother makes domestic, computerized, and industrial sewing machines, as well as sergers, embroidery machines, and quilting machines. Machines are available for all skill levels, from the professional seamstress to the beginner. The company is owned by Brother Industries in Nagoya Japan.
Brother is also the supplier to the very popular show “Project Runway”. We have most of the Project Runway sewing machine reviews below.
| Model | Avg Consumer Rating |
| Brother PQ1500S quilting & sewing machine | 97.0 |
| Brother XR3774 sewing machine | 95.5 |
| Brother XR9550PRW sewing machine | 93.9 |
| Brother CP60X sewing machine | 93.5 |
| Brother GX37 sewing machine | 92.0 |
93.5 The Brother CP60X is an affordable but fairly basic computerized sewing machine. The LCD screen allows you to select the stitch, stitch width and length, and it will indicate the correct presser foot to use. Consumer ratings for the CP60X are good and owners report that the machine is lightweight, intuitive, and easy-to-use. This is not a heavy-duty machine however, and it will struggle with thicker materials.
93.9 The Brother XR9550PRW (the PRW stands for Project Runway – the television show) is a computerized sewing machine that is getting very good ratings from owners. It has many stitches, sews smoothly and comes with a host of accessories. It is also very easy to use and is a good choice for the beginning sewist. It does have some downsides however, and some owners experience thread jamming, tension and bobbin issues, and there are even situations where the machine simply stops working altogether. Fortunately the positive reports far outweigh the negative.
92.0 The Brother GX37 is a mechanical sewing machine with 37 stitches. It is generally quite affordable and the owner ratings are very good. This is a lightweight unit and as a result is a good choice for people taking classes or going to sewing gatherings. Owners report that the machine runs smoothly and quietly, and they also like that it feels very sturdy. However, this isn’t the best machine if you are dealing with heavy fabrics.
92.0 The Brother Project Runway CE7070PRW Computerized Sewing Machine is a great starter machine but it also comes with enough features and accessories to make it a good fit for those with a little more experience. It has 70 built-in stitches, 7 one-step buttonholes and 7 specialty presser feet, as well as an extension table for larger projects. It’s a fairly lightweight machine that sews smoothly and also isn’t too noisy. However, it does not have a needle up/down feature or a speed control slider, and, like many machines today, it has quite a few plastic parts.
95.5 It’s hard to find anything particularly negative about this sewing machine. It is a mechanical machine that is easy to setup and operate, and ratings are very good. It is also very reasonably priced. It is suitable for beginners and even those with some experience. However folks looking to do more advanced sewing projects may find it a little limiting as it doesn’t have a large number of stitches or features.
92.9 The Brother JX2517 is a lightweight, affordable sewing machine. It can be found at some online retailers for under $90.00 and it weighs about 12 lbs. It is getting excellent ratings and reviews from owners, and is especially popular with beginners and those who want a portable unit. This is a straightforward, easy-to-use machine with only 17 stitches. It doesn’t have the bells and whistles of some of the more expensive sewing machines on the market, but for the money most consumers give it high grades.
90.4 This is the 3rd Project Runway sewing machine we have looked at and it is the most affordable of the bunch. Owner reviews are largely positive and a number of consumers consider this machine very good bang for your buck. The CS5055PRW is not too heavy and it is popular for those who like to take their machine to classes. It has 50 built in stitches, an LCD display screen and is very easy to use.
90.7 The Brother XR9500PRW Limited Edition Project Runway Sewing Machine can manage simple projects as well as complicated projects, and despite having a wide range of features many owners report that it is very easy to use and setup. It is also lightweight, capable of sewing through thick fabric, and includes many stitch options. There are few complaints regarding this machine but some consumers report struggling with setting the thread tension and figuring out the needle threader.
97.0 This is a fast machine that is great for quilters and serious seamstresses alike. It comes with an extension table for large projects, is capable of sewing through thick fabric and it is relatively quiet. It also includes a host of accessories. However there are a few comments from owners indicating frustration in accessing and loading the bobbin. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Reviews]
92.2 Characterized by fantastic reviews from many sources and a reasonable price for what you get, the Brother SE400 is a combination embroidery and sewing machine that doesn' disappoint. It features 67 built-in stitches, 70 built-in embroidery designs, 5 monogramming fonts, and 120 frame pattern combinations. Owners are very pleased with the machine's ease of use and ability to import and use designs from the Internet. It is also covered by a 25 year warranty. It does not come with a hard case however and it is limited to a 4" x 4" hoop size. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Reviews]
84.5 Consumer ratings for the Brother ES2000 are quite good but not as high as some other Brother sewing machines. It is not too expensive however and folks really like it for its ease of use, light weight and host of included accessories. It is a good machine for beginners and it comes with 77 stitch functions and a 25-year limited manufacturers warranty. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Reviews]
94.4 Slightly less expensive than the Brother CP7500, the CP6500 nevertheless gets great consumer ratings. Many owners comment on how easy it is to use and that it is a great choice for beginners. The CP6500 is also quiet and lightweight and the automatic needle threading feature is popular. In addition, it carries a 25 year limited warranty. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Reviews]
87.6 The Brother XR9000 is fairly lightweight and owners really like the extra long quilting arm and the drop-in bobbin. In addition, features that provide extra convenience include a start/stop button, needle up/down button, reverse button and an adjustable speed lever. There are some comments regarding the material not feeding straight through the machine however but these are in the minority. All-in-all consumer ratings are quite respectable but not stellar. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Reviews]
90.9 This is the little brother of the PC-420 (and it is over $100 cheaper). The PC-210 is great for beginners and experienced sewers alike and it gets good ratings from consumers. It has also received very good grades from Consumer Reports magazine. It is a computerized sewing machine with 50 stitches including utility, quilting, decorative, heirloom, etc. Owners like the speed control, ease of use and quietness of the PC-210 but a few have struggled with thread jamming issues. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
92.6 The Brother Cp-7500 Computerized Sewing Machine is getting very good ratings from owners. It is not too expensive but prices vary significantly from one online retailer to another. You will want to do your due diligence if considering a purchase. The machine comes with over 100 multiple stitch functions, auto-size buttonholes, an oversized table and many accessories. It is also very easy to use and lightweight. Although some consumers feel that its lightweight construction may have durability issues over time. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
81.9 The Brother XL3750 is an inexpensive sewing machine that gets decent reviews. It is popular with consumers due to its ease of use and ability to work well with heavier fabric. However there are some concerns about the machines thread tensioner. Amazon has a fairly sweet deal on this machine and it goes for just over 100USD at this time. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
96.1 The Brother PC-420 Project Runway Sewing Machine gets spectacular consumer reviews. With a score of 96.1 from 59 reviews almost all of those that bought the machine are very happy with it. Frankly speaking it is hard to find comments related to this machine's drawbacks. It is also absolutely packed with features and comes with 294 utility and decorative stitches, 10 styles of automatic buttonholes, and 3 lettering styles. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
85.8 Like many of the best-selling Brother sewing machines, the XL2610 is a very good entry-level machine. It is a free-arm sewing machine and it comes with 25 built-in stitches and 59 stitch functions. Consumers give this machine good marks and most feel that it is a great beginner machine that does what it is supposed to do. It is also lightweight, easily portable and reliable. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
82.3 The Brother LS2125I 10-Stitch sewing machine is fairly inexpensive and very much a machine for beginners. However it still gets good grades from consumers and many indicate that it is an excellent choice if you are just learning to sew or if you only have simple sewing jobs to tackle. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
86.9 The Brother XL2600i sewing machine is lightweight, versatile and very reasonably priced. It also comes with 25 built in stitches, a one-step automatic buttonholer and a number of other features. Consumers like that it is inexpensive and easy for the beginner to use, but several folks have had difficulty in using the automatic needle threader and have also raised concerns about the level of plastic used in the unit's construction. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
90.2 If you are new to sewing, the Brother CS6000I sewing machine may be worth checking out. This is because it is easy to use, has quite a few features and doesnt cost as much as some of the other sewing machines made by Brother. Priced at under 200USD, this machine is an affordable investment for the beginner. [REF Brother Sewing Machine Ratings]
In addition to standard Brother sewing machines, this company makes machines specifically designed for many different uses. For example they also make sergers, embroidery machines, quilting machines, computerized sewing machines, and industrial sewing machines. The company is also well known for their printers, photocopiers and other office equipment.
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