Which is best? Will it sew thick fabric?

Review by Chip D

I needed to find a sitting down hobby due to advancing years and a bad back. I chose Husqvarna because we had an old one in the family and it had given excellent service. The built in needle threader is a boon, not mentioned in the handbook, but found "How to use" video on internet. Delivery was next day, trackable and very good. The machine came with a "goody" pack, scissors, cottons, walking foot, etc. As it only arrived a week ago I am still getting used to it, so far I am pleased with this puchase.

Review by Sarah Langmaid

What a Fab Machine does a lot that other Brands do not do a bit more expensive than most but well worth every penny only given it a 4 because it had the Manual Missing and when Pfaff were contacted to send 1 Direct told they had none so don't know when I will get one not a very good advert for Pfaff which is a shame as the Machines they produce are 2nd to none just a good job I already own another Pfaff so new the basics of the Machine and had to download a manual from the internet but apart from that the Machine is just brilliant and I thoroughly recommend it

Review by Christine Salt

This sewing machine is a delight to use. I have previously used only very old heavy machines, so to be able to move it easily is a bonus. The CD is very helpful to me and it is a joy to thread as you can imagine from the previous old fashioned machines I have worked with. I am going to now teach my teenage Granddaughter to use it, she is excited to begin during next week at half term!

Review by Chrisn D

This is a Which? Best Buy - and that seems right to me. It's extremely good value and a very neat machine. It also has a blind hem stitch, which I wanted for altering the lengths of trousers - although you do have to buy the blind hem foot as an extra (but it isn't particularly expensive at £10.75p). The only drawback is that it hasn't got an overlocking or edge stitch for finishing raw edges - if it had, I would have given it five stars. Also, the pre sales advice and service from this firm were excellent.

Review by Abi Walker

I am a newbie but last year did a day course to learn the basics of using a machine and they used Brother machines. So after struggling to make a dress on my Cub 4 (which was great but a bit hard going) I thought I'd upgrade as I enjoyed it so much. I wavered between buying new or getting a reconditioned old machine as some people recommended. I took the plunge with new. This machine is very easy to understand, with enough mod cons i.e. automatic needle threader, button hole setting and speed control to make life easier without too many confusing controls I don't need. I have used it so far to do some clothing alterations and make a dog bed cover but I already know I will get on with it fine. Plenty of extra feet included, new needles, extra bobbins etc. and optional extras I know I can purchase easily if I need them. Very pleased with this, can't wait to make a dress on it!

Review by Kay Ingamells

Excellent service thank you I ordered my sewing machine over a Bank Holiday weekend and it arrived on the Wednesday. I have already used the machine and so far I am really pleased with it. It does everything I need and a lot more - threads its own needle - can you believe it - brilliant!. It is the first brand new sewing machine I have ever owned and I am being a little cautious with it (I don't want to hurt it) I chose it after reading other customer reviews - and am very pleased that I went for the more expensive machine - as with all new things I have had a few teething problems - for instance I had trouble with the 'one step buttonholes' but I think this is due to my ineptitude rather than any fault with the machine - yotube proved really helpful to me. Feel sure I will get used to the machine and hope that it will see me through to my dotage - thanks again

Review by Sarah A

I have coveted one of these for some time so when I saw this advertised as a Demonstrator Machine just had to buy one. What generosity from this Company who sent me a Brand new one as they had no Demonstrators left. This is the 2nd Machine I have purchased from them both Hassle free delivered next Day as stated I cannot recommend them highly enough excellent price and excellent service

Review by Colin Brandi

It's still early days with this machine but overall I am very impressed. It has been bought to replace my Pfaff 1473CD and in most respects the new machine performs much better, especially when creating buttonholes and on decorative stitching. However, I find it tricky to accurately position the needle with the foot in the up position and if I put the foot down I can't move the fabric!!!!!!! perhaps the 'auto foot' is not always such a good thing. The only other problem that I have is that the automatic thread cutting does not always work. Since this was a feature that I was looking forward to using when making quilts I may have to refer back to the suppliers on this one. Trying to insert the 'plug' when using the buttonhole foot can be tricky but a small mirror was all that was needed to solve the problem. Despite my reservations I have no hesitation in awarding the machine 5 stars and I look forward to many years working with it.

Review by Jacqueline Brown

I am delighted with my new machine! The service I received was efficient and prompt with updates as to the delivery process emailed frequently. The machine is everything I had hoped for .... easy to use, quiet and smooth. As I am a keen quilter, the free quilting accessory pack was a fantastic bonus! I have already used it most days, and look forward to many happy hours of sewing.

Review by Susie G

Wonderful service, ordered at 1.30 pm. Delivered by 12.15 next day