This is my first “nice” machine. I've only ever had cheaper machines before. The provided instructions are clear and helpful. The bobbin is easy to wind, load, and draw up. I am loving the self threading tool! I actually don't mind changing thread now. I just finished my first quilt and the only issues I had were user error. The ONLY thing I wish is that the storage compartment had a little door to close like I've seen on some other machines to keep things secure.

This is the first sewing machine I've ever owned and for a beginner I feel like it's a perfect machine! Very easy to set up and very easy to use! I am super pleased with this machine!

Thread never breaks, sews smoothly and you can adjust the needle position for perfect 1/4 inch seams or any width seam you want. I hemmed 2 pair of jeans recently. Sews right thru denim. Making a quilt right now!

This was a gift and I'm thrilled about all this machine can do. I'm still learning about the features but definitely happy to own this product.

I’ve only done a few small projects on this machine so far, but I am very happy with it. It is easy to use (the bobbin took a few tries) and the stitch quality is excellent. This is good for a beginner or an experienced sewer. I bought three similar machines to teach beginners on, and so far everyone has done well with them.

bought this for a friend a few months ago she loves it says has a few things she misses with her old machine but for the price is a good machine..so just purchased one for my daughter now that i know its a good one..

I had a 40+ year old Pfaff I needed to replace and wanted something simple for mending, hemming, etc. I did a lot of research and chose this Brother machine after reading a lot of reviews. It is quite easy to set up and I really appreciate the easy way to thread the needle as my eyes aren't what they used to be. The stitching options are easy to understand though I've only used a few so far. A few things I don't like - there really is no storage on the machine - no place to keep extra bobbins, seam ripper, etc - that fit well in my old Pfaff storage. The case that comes with it is fine to keep dust out but the handle doesn't really line up so I end up moving it by holding on to the base rather than the machine grip. I guess I was used to the features of my old machine but will eventually get used to these as well.

Threader does not work... easier to squint and thread your needle manually. Very basic machine, takes care of household needs/mending. Small throat cannot accommodate anything larger than single pieces of clothing. No needle return/index button. Inclusion of walking foot is nice, but there is very little clearance to change feet or needles.

Unreliable. I bought 9 of these machines to teach sewing classes. I spend more time troubleshooting than sewing with my students. They are cheaply made. Thread tangles a lot. Self threader is too difficult to use especially for my older and very young students. Screwdriver is laughable and too small to be useful. Tension is a constant problem. No spool top holders included. Needle and foot screws fall out from the machine vibrations. Stitch guide is backwards. Buttonhole foot is difficult to use. Overall not efficient or reliable.

I (foolishly) went through 3 of these in a matter of several weeks. I should have just returned the first one and been done but I’ve never had an issue with Brother prior to this so it was hard to believe! One machine got stuck in reverse within a week of using it. The other two skipped stitches whe. Using any stitch that had the needle move left to right. The right hand stitch on the third machine wouldn’t stitch at all.