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Best Janome Sewing Machines

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Created: 8 April, 2022

Janome is a Japanese company and was the first company to develop a computerized sewing machine for the home.  In Japanese “Janome” means “eye of the snake.”  We have noticed a high level of owner satisfaction with Janome sewing machines.

Our list of the Best Janome Sewing machines is, in part, derived from our top rated Janome machines.  We have also considered features, consumer insights, pros & cons, specifications, etc.  Prices are approximate and based on Amazon. 

All of these sewing machines are good but we would urge you to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase because some may excel in one area and not another.  Consider your sewing needs carefully and make an informed decision.  Also, some of these are getting hard to find (see list at top of Janome Reviews page for more current, highly rated models)

#1 Janome DC2014

Last year's Decor Computer sewing machine from Janome, the DC2014, is getting excellent ratings from owners. Owners like the range of stitch options, the host of useful features, the fact that the unit is sturdy and reliable, and the ease of use. It also comes with many accessories as well as a hard-shell carrying case. All this comes at a price however, and the DC2014 is not cheap. But even so, most owners still sing this sewing machine’s praises. Read our Janome DC2014 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

We would like to point out that almost all of the DCYEAR machines are very good, and the DC2013 and DC2015 are also excellent sewing machines.

#2 Janome 8077

The Janome 8077 computerized sewing machine is getting very good consumer ratings and reviews. Owners have very few negative things to say about this machine.  8077 owners praise its quiet operation, light weight and ability to easily sew through thick fabrics. It also comes with well written and easy to understand instructions.  Read our Janome 8077 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#3 Janome New Home 720

The New Home 720 is a lightweight, ¾ size sewing machine that is getting excellent consumer ratings.   Many owners like the compact design and find it a great choice for taking to classes.  There is little negative written about this machine aside from the fact that it is a bit expensive.  The name can also be confusing as it is often a combination of several words such as “New Home”, “720”, Jem Platinum”, JNH720” and “JP720”. These generally all refer to the same machine but check the specifications first to be sure. Read our Janome New Home 720 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#4 Janome Sewist 725S

This is a mechanical, bare-bones sewing machine but owner ratings are excellent. It is hard to find downsides to the 725S but it does have a limited number of stitches and features. It sews smoothly and it is not too heavy.  Read our Janome Sewist 725S review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#5 Janome Jem Gold 660

The Janome Jem Gold 660 is another popular Janome sewing machine.  This unit can be found online for under $200 (at some outlets) and owners really like it for its simple and straightforward design, ease-of-use and very light weight. It is also sturdy and produces very even stitches.  In addition, like many Janome machines, the instruction materials are clear and well-written.  Read our Janome Jem Gold 660 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

If you are interested in other top rated sewing machines then see our following lists:

- Best Singer Sewing Machines
- Best Brother Sewing Machines

Best Singer Sewing Machines

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Created: 19 February, 2021

To many people the name “Singer” is synonymous with sewing machines.  Singer machines are very popular and people looking for sewing machines today often start their search by looking for a Singer.

The company has been around for over 160 years.  It was founded in 1851 by Isaac Singer, an inventor and entrepreneur.  They started mass producing machines in 1856 and today still manufacture sewing machines along with a range of other consumer products.  

Our list of the Best Singer Sewing machines is, in part, derived from our top rated Singer machines.  We have also considered features, consumer insights, pros & cons, specifications, etc.  Prices are approximate and based on Amazon. 

All of these sewing machines are good but we would urge you to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase because some may excel in one area and not another.  Consider your sewing needs carefully and make an informed decision. Also, some of these are getting hard to find (see list at top of Singer Reviews page for more current, highly rated models)

#1 Singer One Plus
The Singer One Plus sewing machine is getting very good grades from consumers.  This machine is a slightly more feature-rich version of the Singer One – a popular machine in its own right (and shown as #4 below).  The One Plus has 231 built-in stitches and owners report that it is smooth, quiet, and very easy to use.  On the downside there is some criticism due to the lack of good instructional materials.  Read our Singer One Plus review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#2 Singer Stylist 7258
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. Like many sewing machines today however it uses a lot of plastic in its construction.  Read our Singer Stylist 7258 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#3 Singer Fashion Mate 7256
The Singer Fashion Mate 7256 is well liked by owners and ratings are very good. This model, along with the Stylist 7258, are consumer favorites. This machine has 70 built-in stitches, an LCD screen, 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 feel that the LED light provides only limited illumination and that the machine sometimes struggles on heavier materials.  Read our Singer Fashion Mate review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#4 Singer One
We’ve 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.  Read our Singer One review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#5 Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist
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.  Read our Singer 9960 Quantum review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

If you are interested in other top rated sewing machines then see our following lists:

- Best Janome Sewing Machines
- Best Brother Sewing Machines

Best Brother Sewing Machines

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Created: 24 February, 2016

Brother Industries is the supplier of sewing machines for the TV show Project Runway.  They make sergers, embroidery machines, quilting machines, computerized sewing machines, and industrial sewing machines (as well as other electronic equipment).  Their corporate headquarters is in the US and they are owned by Brother Industries LTD of Nagoya, Japan. 

Our list of the Best Brother Sewing machines is, in part, derived from our top rated Brother machines.  We have also considered features, consumer insights, pros & cons, specifications, etc.  Prices are approximate and based on Amazon.

All of these sewing machines are good but we would urge you to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase because some may excel in one area and not another.  Consider your sewing needs carefully and make an informed decision.

#1 Brother XR3774

It’s hard to find anything 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. If we had to point out a downside perhaps 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. Read our Brother XR3774 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#2 Brother CP60X

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. Read our Brother CP60X review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#3 Brother JX2517

The Brother JX2517 is a very affordable sewing machine that is also very lightweight, weighing in at 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. Read our Brother JX2517 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#4 Brother SE-400

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't disappoint.  It is computerized and 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. Read our Brother SE400 review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#5 Brother XR9500PRW Project Runway

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. Read our Brother XR9500PRW Project Runway review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

#6 Brother CS6000i

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 doesn’t cost as much as some of the other sewing machines made by Brother. It is also lightweight, comes with an oversized table and has 60 built-in stitches.  This machine is reasonably affordable and is popular with both beginners and intermediate seamstresses. Read our Brother CS6000i review.  You can also check out the latest pricing for this model on Amazon.

If you are interested in other top rated sewing machines then see our following lists:

- Best Singer Sewing Machines
- Best Janome Sewing Machines