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]
Consumer Insights
There are a lot of good things said by owners of the Singer 7258 Stylist. It comes with many stitch options (100) and a host of accessories (a multitude of presser feet, spool caps, a seam ripper, lint brush, screwdriver, etc). Many owners comment on the high level of detail in the machine manual and that this helps to get things running quickly and easily. There are also a number of comments lauding the quietness of the 7258 and the units speed control feature which allows one to sew slower or faster depending on the style of project. At top speed this machine can sew at 750 stitches-per-minute,
Although owners like the foot control, it is made of plastic and a few folks feel that it doesnt look too sturdy and may break too easily. Also the cover for the sewing machine is not hard plastic but rather a soft plastic material. It is more of a dust cover and not something that will protect the machine from being hit or banged. Owners indicate they would prefer a hard cover.
Common likes and dislikes drawn from owner comments are provided below:
PROS
- good instruction manual (detailed and easy to understand)
- quiet operation
- comes with a large assortment of presser feet
- lots of stitch options
- runs very smoothly
- can sew without a foot pedal
- can stop with the needle up or down
- speed control feature
CONS
- cover is soft plastic
- foot control is plastic and does not look too sturdy
You can read more customer reviews for the Singer Stylist 7258 on Amazon.
Consumer Ratings
Consumer ratings for the Singer 7258 Stylist are not plentiful but several were found. They are mostly in agreement and indicate a high level of satisfaction with the sewing machine. The average score for the machine is 93.1 out of a possible 100 and this is quite good. It rates higher than most other Singer machines we have looked at. The ratings are compiled in the table below:
| Source | Consumer Ratings | #Ratings |
| Amazon | 4.7 stars out of 5 | 21 |
| Sears | 5.0 stars out of 5 | 5 |
| Target | 4.0 stars out of 5 | 4 |
Key Sewing Machine Features
- 100 built in stitches (fashion, decorative, quilting, crafts and more)
- push button stitch selection
- adjustable stitch length and width
- sewing speed can be controlled
- automatic needle threader
- 6 different one step buttonhole styles
- twin needle capability
- 13 needle positions
- LED light with lifetime bulb (100,000 hours)
- Top drop-in jam proof bobbin system
- Auto tie-off feature (works at the push of a button)
- Free arm
- Built in thread cutter
A host of accessories come with the Singer Stylist including a number of different feet (general purpose, special purpose (Satin), one-step buttonhole, blindstitch hem, zipper foot, etc.). Also an instruction manual, seam puller/lint brush, spool caps (large, small, mini), felts, needles, bobbins, screwdriver, and more.
The machine weighs just under 15 lbs (14.75 lbs) and carries a 25 year limited warranty. This warranty breaks down to 25 years for parts, 5 years for electronics, and 1 year for labor.
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.