92.7 The Juki Exceed HZL-F300 is one of three popular computerized sewing machines in Juki’s Exceed series (F300, F400, F600). The F300 is the most affordable but it still packs a punch. Owners are very pleased with this Juki and some describe it as an “excellent buy” and an “awesome machine”. It produces a quality stitch, sews smoothly, is powerful yet quiet, and feels sturdy. It also comes with a host of great features. However there are some grumblings that it doesn't include a knee lift, and some folks have had issues with the bobbin winder and the automatic needle threader.
A thorough search has resulted in the following HZL-F300 consumer ratings from a number of well-known online retailers – see table below. Also, on sewing-machine-ratings.com we generate a score for every sewing machine we analyze, and the score is a weighted average of actual owner ratings. In the case of the Juki Exceed HZL-F300 the score is 92.7 out of a possible 100. This is an excellent score and you can compare it to the score of other sewing machines in our sewing machine ratings table.
Source | Consumer Rating | # Ratings |
Amazon | 4.1 stars out of 5 | 62 |
Sewing Machines Plus | 4.9 stars out of 5 | 102 |
Sew Vac Direct | 4.7 stars out of 5 | 40 |
Overstock | 4.9 stars out of 5 | 8 |
Owner comments have provided the following F300 pros and cons:
- Fairly easy to setup and to use
- Handy thread cutter feature
- Great looking stitches
- Sews smoothly
- Powerful
- Quiet operation
- Large throat area
- Good machine for quilting
- Manual is detailed
- Feels like a sturdy machine
- Feeds material well
- Automatic needle threader sometimes gets stuck
- Some instances of bobbin winder not working
- No knee lift included


Juki HZL F-series Quick Comparison
There are three sewing machines in the HZL F-Series, the F300, F400, and F600. The following table provides a quick comparison.
"Optional" means it is not included with the machine but can be bought separately
"x" means it is not a feature of the machine
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- 106 stitch patterns
- 3 fonts
- Electronic buttonholes (16 styles)
- Up to 70 patterns can be saved for easy recall
- Automatic needle threader
- Automatic thread cutter
- Box feed (7 point feed dog system)
- LED light (to illuminate sewing area)
- Computer control panel with LCD display
- Needle up/down
- 8 language settings
- Variable needle positions
- Twin needle capable
- Independent bobbin winder motor
- Adjustable foot pressure
- Max sewing speed = 900 stitches per minute
- Min sewing speed = 80 stitches per minute
- Max stitch length = 5mm
- Max stitch width = 7 mm
- Adjustable stitch length & width (via a dial)
- Automatic and manual tension settings
- Free motion capable (can drop the feed dogs)
- Free arm sewing
- Speed controls
- Class 15 bobbin

There are a total of 106 stitches:
- 21 practical
- 20 decorative
- 18 one-point
- 15 buttonhole
- 10 direct select
The Juki Exceed HZL-F300 weighs in at a hefty 21.6 lbs. We have seen a number of owners talk about taking this to classes and sewing groups. However this may be a little heavy for some folks. If you are looking for portability check out our list of the best portable sewing machines – these are substantially more lightweight.

The F300 comes with a host of accessories including 6 presser feet: Automatic buttonhole, Manual buttonhole, Zipper, Zig zag, Overcasting, and Blindhem. In addition you will get 4 bobbins, a seam ripper, small/medium/large spool caps, a screwdriver, a lint brush, and a pack of needles. Also, a power cord, a foot control, and a detailed owner’s manual are provided.

- 5-years warranty against mechanical defects
- 2-years warranty against electrical defects
- 90 days warranty for adjustments on material or workmanship defects
The Juki Exceed HZL-F300 manual is lengthy and detailed. It includes many clear illustrations and it covers pretty much everything you need to know about your sewing machine and all of its features. Juki manuals are typically quite good and this one is no exception. You can see a copy of the manual here: Juki Exceed HZL-F300 Manual