I loved my machine. Used it for a couple months. I did mending, straight seaming, quilting with the included walking foot. I was very pleased. Then it couldn't sew anything without skipping stitches. I'm not an inexperienced sewer so I tried everything: new needle, adjust tension, etc. I took it in to the Brother dealer here in Reno. They said the plastic (!!) hook had chipped and that to repair the machine would be more money than the machine was worth. The shop sent in a plea for parts or a replacement. I am now waiting to see how the company will respond.

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.

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 have returned to sewing in late middle age, and this is the first sewing machine I have owned since high school. I did a considerable amount of research before my purchase, and I think I made a very good decision with this machine. Pros? Comes with SO many specialized 'foots' and accessories that I have been able to grow into. Especially considering the reasonably low price. Additionally, Brother support lasts for 365 days after purchase, there are lots of videos on line, and there is an English speaking, USA based customer service number. Very happy with this machine.

This is one of the quietest, smoothest machines I have ever had the privilege of owning. I am so happy that I purchased this machine and will do so for my Granddaughter when the time comes. This machine is just right to bring when traveling or if need be, take to classes.

For a first timer using a machine to sew, this is a wonderful machine. The only problem i had was with the automatic threader, which is very hard to easily see and use, but i finally got it. I have cut and laid out quilt pieces in the past and hand sewed them, so using a machine was a bit challenging at first. Overall, made the job so much easier.

I like this machine. However, that bobbin is not easy to use. If you don't put it in exactly the way it should go your stitch is a mess. It can be very frustrating. I don't know why the manufacturers can't make an easier bobbin.

Bought machine to use for Dress a Girl workshop, it is easier to carry then my other machine. Im starting to get used to it. Wish the walking foot wasnt bulky and was smaller. Sews really nice

For apparel sewing this Brother model is perfect. I used to quilt but now enjoy creating clothes even more. This model has more than enough stitch options to satisfy!

I like this machine but my only Question is are these 37 Stitches that says in the features are really working?