Experts prefer Brother HC1850 over Janome Blue Couture
On 8 Jan 2025 (1 year ago) we went through 84 Sewing Machine expert endorsements .
Currently, Brother HC1850 received 3 endorsements from Sewing Spot (13 Feb 2022), Real Simple (16 Aug 2024) and TechGearLab (15 Dec 2024). Meanwhile, Janome Blue Couture did not receive any endorsements this month.
| Rank | Change | Price | Sewing Machine | The Spruce  | Wirecutter  | Today  | Good Housekeeping  | Sewing Spot  | Crafts Selection  | Business Insider  | Real Simple  | The Strategist  | TechGearLab  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | +3 | $260 |  Brother HC1850 The Brother HC1850 sewing machine is praised for its extensive stitch options, user-friendly design, durability, and range of accessories, making it a reliable choice for various sewing projects. | - | - | - | - | 3 | - | - | 7 | - | 2 |
| N/A | N/A | $139 |  Janome Blue Couture | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 13 Feb 2022 Sewing Spot ranked Brother HC1850 as #3
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 10 Brother HC1850 Best for Personal Home Use... ... ... Source: bestsewingmachinereviewspot.com - On 16 Aug 2024 Real Simple ranked Brother HC1850 as #7
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #7 out of 8 Brother HC1850 Best Portable... ... ... Source: www.realsimple.com - On 15 Dec 2024 TechGearLab ranked Brother HC1850 as #2
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Brother HC1850 Best Overall Sewing Machine for Most People... ... ... Source: www.techgearlab.com
As can be seen below, Brother HC1850 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Janome Blue Couture is not.
| Rank | Change | Price | Sewing Machine | The Spruce | Wirecutter | Today | Good Housekeeping | Sewing Spot | Crafts Selection | Business Insider | Real Simple | The Strategist | TechGearLab |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $520 |  Singer Quantum 9960 The Singer Quantum Stylist 9960 Sewing Machine is a versatile and durable machine with an extensive range of stitch options and accessories, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced sewers. | 3 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | - | 8 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | - | $230 |  Brother XR9550PRW The Brother XR9550PRW Sewing Machine is a versatile and user-friendly machine with 165 built-in stitches, including stretch stitches, and comes with useful accessories and a 25-year limited warranty, making it suitable for both beginners and advanced sewers who require a durable machine for frequent use or on-the-go projects. | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 5 | - | 1 | - | - |
| 3 | - | $240 |  Brother CS7000X The Brother CS7000X sewing machine is a versatile and user-friendly machine that offers a wide range of stitch options, making it suitable for various sewing projects, and is highly praised for its ease of use and intuitive user interface, making it an excellent choice for beginners. | 5 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | - | - |
| 4 | +2 | $399 |  Bernette 05 Academy The Bernette 05 Academy Sewing Machine is a versatile and reliable machine suitable for both beginners and experienced sewers, offering a wide range of stitch options, easy-to-use interface, comprehensive set of presser feet, and durable construction. | - | - | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | - |
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Expert reviews [32]
Total expert reviews: 32
- with a score: 7
- without a score: 25
| Highest score by SheLoves2Sew | 100 |
| Average score based on 32 reviews | 88 |
| Lowest score by TopTenReviews | 70 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [2]
Total expert reviews: 2
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 2
From Seller:
- 185 Unique built-in stitches: The HC1850 includes 130 sewing stitches including 8 styles of auto-size buttonholes, plus 55 alphanumeric sewing stitches
- Advanced needle threader and drop-in top bobbin: This sewing and quilting machine includes an advanced needle threading function that easily pushes thread through the needle with the press of a lever and a jam resistant drop-in top bobbin
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From Seller:
- Overview Features: 15 Built-In Stitches, 4-Step Buttonhole, Front-Loading Bobbin System, Heavy Duty Interior Metal Frame
- Customizable Features: Adjustable Stitch Length & ZigZag Width, Reverse Lever, Darning Plate
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