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The Latest Sewing Machine Reviews for 2018

The humble sewing machine was first invented in 1755.

Over 250 years (and a lot of stitching) later, these machines are in households all over the country.

The question is: Which one should you choose?

There are a number of top brands to choose from -- from Singer to Brother, Juki to Janome - and dozens of popular models available.

We have reviewed over 60 sewing machines to help you decide which of those models is perfect for you. We look at the functionality of each machine, what it does, how well it does it, as well as exactly who should consider buying it.

Whether you are a first-time sewing enthusiast, or a small business owner looking for this vital piece of equipment, the reviews below will point you to some of the best machines on the market today.

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Embroidery Machines

These machines are suitable for embroidery. If you are looking to decorate fabric or do needle-work with other materials, they can be very useful. [Browse All]

Reviews of Embroidery Machines

Quilting Machines

These machines are suitable for quilting work. They are designed for those who wish to create quilts, or sew multiple layers of fabric together. [Browse All]

Reviews of Quilting Machines

Specialist Machines

These machines come with specialist capabilities. They may be heavy duty performers, sergers, or machines used mostly for industrial purposes. [Browse All]

Reviews of Specialist Machines

Everyday Use Machines

These machines are for everyday use. They are robust performers capable of working with a variety of materials & designs. Pricier than starter machines, but more powerful. [Browse All]

Reviews of Everyday Machine

Machines for Kids

These machines are perfect for kids. Whilst not as powerful or as capable as other models, they are great for learning the ropes and for hands-on family fun. [Browse All]

Reviews of Machines for Kids

Machines for Beginners

These are entry-level sewing machines. They are designed for ease of use with a generally much faster learning curve. For enthusiasts and sewing first-timers. [Browse All]

Reviews of Machines For Beginners

Owning a Machine: FAQs, Tips and Guides

If choosing a sewing machine is step one, learning how to use it properly is how you will spend much of the following days and weeks! Browse our sewing machine FAQ guides for answers to a number of common questions. You can see the most recent of them below:

Latest FAQs and Tips

Machine Comparison

We often get asked: "Singer or Brother?", "Machine X or Machine Y?" To help you decide between various brands and models, we are compiling a selection of comparison guides. Explore the pros and cons of each. You can browse our latest head-to-heads below.

Comparing Machines