94.0 The Juki TL-2000Qi is a single needle, lock-stitch machine that excels at straight stitching. It has a maximum speed of 1500 stitches per minute and it is great for quilting, dressmaking, tailoring and other projects. It has a large sewing table, a thread trimming foot switch and a presser foot knee lever. It is also sturdy and reliable. However it only has a straight stitch and some folks could find this limiting.
Consumer Ratings
Ratings for this unit are not easy to come by but a few were found and are provided in the table below. When averaged these create a score of 94 out of 100, or 4.7 stars out of 5. You can check out the scores for other machines in our sewing machine ratings table if you like.
| Source | Consumer Ratings | #Ratings |
| Amazon | 4.5 stars out of 5 | 15 |
| SewingMachinesPlus | 5.0 stars out of 5 | 10 |
Consumer Insights
A review of consumer comments provides the following TL-2000Qi likes and dislikes:
PROS
- Very fast sewing speed
- Smooth at high speeds
- Large sewing table
- Excellent machine for quilting
- Perfect stitches and tension
- Presser foot knee lever
- Sturdy, well-made and reliable
- Thread trimming foot switch
CONS
- No zig-zag stitch
- Fairly expensive
Owners describe this sewing machine as a fast, sturdy, work-horse. Some folks describe it as being close to a commercial machine but with easy-to-use features. It sews quickly and it sews well. There are no reports of breaking thread or skipped stitched. Also, consumer comments indicate that the machine is very reliable and it rarely has to be sent in for repairs.
Not only is the TL-2000Qi fast but it is also powerful. It is capable of sewing through very thick fabric or multiple layers of fabric. There are also reports that it is quite capable of sewing through multiple layers of denim.
There are no fancy stitches however. It makes perfect straight stitches but that’s all you get. In addition, at least one owner feels that the top speed of the machine may be too fast for the beginning sewist (but that it is fantastic for the experienced sewist).
Following is a very short video showing the speed at which this machine can sew:
A number of folks highlight the convenience of both the presser foot knee lever and the foot controlled thread cutter/trimmer (both needle and bobbin threads can be trimmed by pressing the heel portion of the foot controller – there is a button that does this as well). These are features you do not see on most machines (although you do find them on some).
The machine isn’t light but it doesn’t have the weight of a true commercial machine either. It is small and light enough to be portable. We have seen some websites marketing this to the home user as a “semi-industrial” machine. That may be a bit strong but some of the specifications are not typical for most home sewing machines.
Owners also praise the machine’s large working space and it is fairly common to read comments such as: buying this machine is money well spent, it does exactly what it was designed to do, it is worth the price, etc.
You can view more customer reviews on Amazon if you wish.
Key Specifications
- Stitches: Straight stitch only
- Max speed of 1500 stitches per minute
- Min sewing speed of 200 stitches per minute
- Automatic bobbin winder
- LED lights illuminate sewing area
- Automatic needle threader
- Extension table (23 x 13 inches)
- Larger work area than conventional machines
- Automatic thread cutter (trims needle and bobbin threads simultaneously at the sewing end)
- Drop feed capable (feed dogs are lowered or raised via a switch)
- 9 inches between needle and arm (handles large quilts)
- Needle up/down button
- Knee lifter lever allows you to lower or raise the presser foot without your hands
- 12mm high presser foot lift (knee)
- 9mm high presser foot lift (lever on machine)
- Thread tension scale (you can adjust the tension according to the thread and materials used)
- Presser foot pressure can be adjusted
- Maximum stitch length = 6mm
- Microcomputer controlled speed mechanism
As mentioned this is a sturdy machine and it isn’t that light. It weighs in a 25.4 lbs but this is still light enough that it can be moved from place to place and it also comes with a carry handle. Perhaps it isn’t the best candidate for taking to sewing classes however. The machine comes with HA-type needles and it is UL listed. UL stands for Underwriters Laboratories, a non-profit group that undertakes product safety testing and provides certification.
The list of accessories isn’t quite as long as that of some of the other machines we’ve looked at but it is still significant. There are several presser feet that come with the Juki TL-2000Qi including: Even feed foot, standard presser foot, 1/5 inch quilting foot, and a compensating presser foot. You will also find bobbins, needles, a spool cap, screwdrivers, a cleaning brush, and an oiler. The machine also includes the foot control (with thread trimmer), the knee lever, a power cord, an instruction manual, and the extension table.
The manufacturer’s warranty is for 5 years on mechanical defects, 2 year on electrical defects and 90 days on defects in material or workmanship.
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Hello! My name is Alison and I started Sewing Machine Ratings over 10 years ago. Since then I’ve reviewed scores of sewing machines. Sewing has been a hobby for me since I was a young and I love to make my own clothing.