Best-Rated Sewing Machine Brand

See Our Ratings Methodology.

cns-msc-sewing-machines-2024

Most Satisfied Customers | Elna & Singer

Aussies have rated Elna and Singer as the top picks in Canstar Blue’s latest sewing machine ratings. Elna received five-star reviews for ease of use, design, quietness, value for money and overall satisfaction. Singer received five stars for performance, design, features and functionality and overall satisfaction. 

Fact Checked Fact Checked

How we rate sewing machine brands

Our review compares sewing machine brands on customer satisfaction, so you can find out what other Aussies think about the compared brands before you go ahead with a purchase. Think of it as like asking hundreds of your closest mates which sewing machine brand they think is best!


Canstar Blue surveyed 411 Australians for their feedback on the sewing machine brand(s) they purchased and used in the last three years.

  • The outcomes reported in these ratings are measured via PureProfile’s accredited online research panel.


Respondents rate their satisfaction with their sewing machine brand(s) from zero to 10, where zero is extremely dissatisfied and 10 is extremely satisfied. Brand satisfaction was rated by respondents on the following criteria:
  • Overall satisfaction: measures consumer satisfaction with a sewing machine brand as an individual score NOT a combined total of all criteria.
  • Value for money: quality and longevity of product for price paid.
  • Features and functionality: adequate settings and features for purpose and/or advanced settings and features that enhance performance.
  • Quietness: while operating does not make unpleasant or loud noise.
  • Ease of use: process for use is simple and efficient in achieving results, instructions are easy to understand.
  • Performance: performs as described given frequency of use.
  • Design: aesthetically pleasing without compromising functionality, appropriate size and weight for product.

The winning brand is the one that receives the highest overall satisfaction rating once all the scores from the overall satisfaction criteria are combined and averaged.

  • Overall satisfaction is asked as a specific question and represents an individual measure, not a combined total of all criteria.
  • When we cannot determine a clear winner from the criteria for the overall satisfaction rating, we will then look at the other criteria measured in the rating.
    • The brand with the highest number of five-star ratings within the supporting criteria will become the five-star recipient in overall satisfaction, and thus win the award. If a clear leader still cannot be determined from the supporting criteria, joint winners will be declared.

Brands must have received at least 30 responses to be included, so not all brands available in the market have been compared in this survey. The brands rated in this survey are listed below in order of best overall satisfaction.

  • Elna
  • Singer
  • Janome
  • Brother

Find more detailed information on our Most Satisfied Customer methodology.


Top Sewing Machine Brand – Elna

Elna

Elna is a sewing machine manufacturer that sells both computerised and manual sewing machines and overlockers. The brand’s sewing machine range has features such as built-in needle threaders, LCD screens and carry handles. 

Top Sewing Machine Brand – Singer

Singer

Isaac Singer was the first to invent a sewing machine in 1851, and since then the Singer brand has grown to be sold around the world. Its sewing machines have capabilities such as embroidery, adjustable stitch width and length as well as an automatic bobbin winder. 

 

About our consumer experts


Rachel Bollerman: Content Producer

This article was written by Canstar Blue Home & Lifestyle Content Producer, Rachel Bollerman. Rachel graduated with a Bachelor of Communications, majoring in Journalism at the Queensland University of Technology in 2021. She has worked in public relations, marketing and communications roles at Jessica Cotton PR & Marketing and the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health . Gaining experience in broadcast journalism and blog writing, Rachel has also interned at 4ZZZ Community Radio and Fishburners.

When she’s not working, Rachel enjoys doing arts and crafts projects at home, watching true crime and spending time with friends. You can follow Rachel on LinkedIn.

 

Meet the Editorial Team

 

Samantha Howse: Consumer Research Specialist

Sam Howse Research Specialist

Samantha Howse is Canstar Blue’s Consumer Research Specialist, coordinating the consumer research program behind our customer satisfaction awards across Canstar and Canstar Blue in Australia and New Zealand. Sam has earned a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) from Griffith University and, with seven years in market research and two years in marketing, she is experienced in survey design, implementation and analysis, coupled with an understanding of marketing principles and best practice.

 

Meet the Research Team

Past ratings

Here are the past winners from Canstar Blue’s sewing machine ratings:

  • 2023: Singer
  • 2022: Singer
  • 2021: Singer

Related Appliance Articles

Lady getting warm in front of heater

Most expensive appliances to run at home

Managing your electricity bills can be tricky, especially when some of your favourite appliances may be the most expensive to run.

If you’re looking to make a saving, it’s important to know which appliances are a …

– Read more

What fabrics can (and can’t) go in the clothes dryer?

Before you switch on your clothes dryer, consider whether or not you’re about to heat something you shouldn’t. Here is a guide to clothes dryer-safe fabrics.

– Read more

Cheap Washing Machines Compared

Washing machines can be extremely expensive, so here is a guide to some of the best, cheap models on the market.

– Read more
Cordless clothes iron prices

Cordless Clothes Irons Buying Guide

Ironing can feel like a tedious task, so why not make it easy and seamless by using a cordless iron? Cordless clothes irons have grown in popularity across Australia due to their simple user-friendly design …

– Read more

Washing Machine Bearings: What you need to know

If your washing machine is getting on in age and beginning to sound like a box of bolts each wash, it may be time to check its bearings. Washing machine bearings are a crucial element …

– Read more