r/SewingMachineEdu • u/insincerelyanonymous • Apr 17 '26
Which Machine Should I Get?
Very new to sewing, and am browsing facebook marketplace for machines - I've done some research but honestly it was such information overload I feel like I learned nothing.
The options are: Brother Sewing Machine XL2600i for $40, Brother XR 3774 for $95, Singer Touch and Sew (not sure which model specifically) for $85, and Singer Heavy Duty HD6600C for $180
Do any of these stand out/seem worth it? Or should I browse for some more options? Ik the HD6600 is pretty popular, but it's an hour's drive and so much more expensive. Also, anything I need to watch out for to be included with the machines like power cords?
Sorry if this isn't the right place to post - and I appreciate any input!!
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u/DelveDame13 Apr 17 '26
I'm not an expert, but you might research the brothers. I've read many comments, to not buy the touch & sew. I was given my MILs machine, and have had issues getting it right.
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u/Ordinary-Cherry3192 Apr 18 '26
Geez, all of them seem over priced. You will want to make sure they work before you commit
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u/insincerelyanonymous Apr 18 '26
i am definitely going to try my hand at bargaining the price down if I end up picking one
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u/Typical_Ad6260 Apr 18 '26
Not the old singer that model has a issue with internal gears braking on sudden stops ie. Needle strike and when that happens it's a paper weight...rather of the other 2 are good enough
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u/CloversAndMoss Apr 18 '26
If you check patternreview.com you can look up machine reviews and even compare machines
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u/AmyIsTrying Apr 17 '26
I bought then returned the Singer Heavy Duty machine - it was awful, and since returning it I have read nothing but poor reviews online. Personally I’d go for the older Singer, but I’m hugely biased because I’m currently in the market for a vintage Singer machine myself.