Experts recommend Janome HD3000 more than Brother ST371HD
As of 8 Jan 2025, experts prefer Janome HD3000 over Brother ST371HD, but both Sewing Machines have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Janome HD3000 received 2 recommendations: from Sewing Spot (13 Feb 2022) and Crafts Selection (7 Jan 2024). By contrast, Brother ST371HD received only 1 recommendation from The Spruce (9 Dec 2024).
| Rank | Change | Price | Sewing Machine | The Spruce  | Wirecutter  | Today  | Good Housekeeping  | Sewing Spot  | Crafts Selection  | Business Insider  | Real Simple  | The Strategist  | TechGearLab  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | - | $487 |  Janome HD3000 The Janome HD3000 Sewing Machine is a durable and versatile machine suitable for most home sewing projects, with 18 built-in stitches and the ability to handle thicker fabrics, making it a great option for beginners or serious users. |
- | - | - | - | 9 | 9 | - | - | - | - |
| 26 | N/A | $210 |  Brother ST371HD
| 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 9 Dec 2024 The Spruce ranked Brother ST371HD as #2
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Brother ST371HD Best for Beginners... ... ... Source: www.thespruce.com - On 13 Feb 2022 Sewing Spot ranked Janome HD3000 as #9
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 10 Janome HD3000 Perfect for Leathers... ... ... Source: bestsewingmachinereviewspot.com - On 7 Jan 2024 Crafts Selection ranked Janome HD3000 as #9
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 16 Janome HD3000 Best Sewing Machine For Heavy Fabrics... ... ... Source: craftsselection.com
After counting and adding up the 84 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Janome HD3000 outranks Brother ST371HD. This is not to say that Brother ST371HD is a bad option. Like Janome HD3000, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Janome HD3000 is mentioned by key experts in Jan 2025, while Brother ST371HD 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 [13]
Total expert reviews: 13
- with a score: 5
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by SewingYourStyle | 93 |
| Average score based on 13 reviews | 78 |
| Lowest score by TechGearLab | 45 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [16]
Total expert reviews: 16
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 13
| Highest score by SewingYourStyle | 97 |
| Average score based on 16 reviews | 92 |
| Lowest score by Sewing From Home | 88 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- 37 unique built-in stitches: The Brother ST371HD features 37 built-in stitches including an auto-size buttonhole
- Automatic needle threader and drop-in top bobbin: This sewing machine includes an automatic needle threader that perfectly pushes the thread through the needle and a convenient, jam resistant drop-in top bobbin
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From Seller:
- Built-in Needle Threader
- Reverse Stitch Lever
- Snap-on Presser Feet
- Foot Pressure Adjustment
- 8 Stitches, 1 One-step Buttonhole
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