Experts recommend Singer Heavy Duty 4452 more than Brother ST371HD
As of 8 Jan 2025, experts prefer Singer Heavy Duty 4452 over Brother ST371HD, but both Sewing Machines have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Singer Heavy Duty 4452 received 2 recommendations: from Good Housekeeping (27 Nov 2024) and Business Insider (25 Jun 2022). 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  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | -1 | $230 |  Singer Heavy Duty 4452 The Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Sewing Machine is a durable and versatile machine with 32 built-in stitches, suitable for both beginners and experienced sewers, and is ideal for heavy-duty sewing tasks. | - | - | - | 4 | - | - | 2 | - | - | - |
| 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 27 Nov 2024 Good Housekeeping ranked Singer Heavy Duty 4452 as #4
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Best Heavy Duty Machine... ... ... Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com - On 25 Jun 2022 Business Insider ranked Singer Heavy Duty 4452 as #2
Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 4 Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Best Mechanical Sewing Machine... ... ... Source: www.businessinsider.com
After counting and adding up the 84 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Singer Heavy Duty 4452 outranks Brother ST371HD. This is not to say that Brother ST371HD is a bad option. Like Singer Heavy Duty 4452, it is recommended by experts, but less.
As can be seen below, Singer Heavy Duty 4452 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 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
Expert reviews [22]
Total expert reviews: 22
- with a score: 3
- without a score: 19
| Highest score by quiltnco.com | 98 |
| Average score based on 22 reviews | 89 |
| Lowest score by TechGearLab | 78 |
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:
- ENHANCED PIERCING POWER: Stronger motor provides more power for sewing multiple layers and thicker fabrics.
- 110 STITCH APPLICATIONS: Enjoy a wide range of sewing techniques for creativity and customization. Choose basic, stretch and decorative stitches, as well as a one-step buttonhole.
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