Experts recommend Singer Quantum 9960 more than Singer Heavy Duty 4452
As of 8 Jan 2025, experts prefer Singer Quantum 9960 over Singer Heavy Duty 4452, but both Sewing Machines have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Singer Quantum 9960 received 9 recommendations: from The Spruce (9 Dec 2024), Wirecutter (9 Dec 2024) Today (25 Mar 2021) and 6 others. By contrast, Singer Heavy Duty 4452 received only 2 recommendations from Good Housekeeping (27 Nov 2024) and Business Insider (25 Jun 2022).
| Rank | Change | Price | Sewing Machine | The Spruce | Wirecutter | Today | Good Housekeeping | Sewing Spot | Crafts Selection |
Business Insider | Real Simple | The Strategist
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| 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 |
| 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 | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 27 Nov 2024
Good Housekeeping ranked Singer Heavy Duty 4452 as #4 and Singer Quantum 9960 as #5 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Singer Heavy Duty 4452 Best Heavy Duty Machine#5 out of 10 Singer Quantum 9960 Best for Quilting... ... ... Source: www.goodhousekeeping.com - On 9 Dec 2024
The Spruce ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #3 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Singer Quantum 9960 Best for Clothes and Quilting... ... ... Source: www.thespruce.com - On 9 Dec 2024
Wirecutter ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #2 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 2 Singer Quantum 9960 For the ambitious beginnerSource: www.nytimes.com - On 25 Mar 2021
Today ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #5 Rank Sewing Machine ... ... #5 out of 14 Singer Quantum 9960 ... ... Source: www.today.com - On 13 Feb 2022
Sewing Spot ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #1 Rank Sewing Machine Comment #1 out of 10 Singer Quantum 9960 Editors Top Choice... ... ... Source: bestsewingmachinereviewspot.com - On 7 Jan 2024
Crafts Selection ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #1 Rank Sewing Machine Comment #1 out of 16 Singer Quantum 9960 Best Computerized Sewing Machine... ... ... Source: craftsselection.com - On 16 Aug 2024
Real Simple ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #8 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #8 out of 8 Singer Quantum 9960 Best FeaturesSource: www.realsimple.com - On 23 Feb 2023
The Strategist ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #4 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 10 Singer Quantum 9960 Best all-purpose sewing machine... ... ... Source: nymag.com - On 15 Dec 2024
TechGearLab ranked Singer Quantum 9960 as #3 Rank Sewing Machine Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Singer Quantum 9960 Best for Serious Stitch Options... ... ... Source: www.techgearlab.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 Quantum 9960 outranks Singer Heavy Duty 4452. This is not to say that Singer Heavy Duty 4452 is a bad option. Like Singer Quantum 9960, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| Rank | Change | Price | Sewing Machine | The Spruce | Wirecutter | Today | Good Housekeeping | Sewing Spot | Crafts Selection | Business Insider | Real Simple
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| 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 [28]
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 19
| Highest score by quiltnco.com | 100 |
| Average score based on 28 reviews | 92 |
| Lowest score by embroiderypress.com | 75 |
Score distribution:
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| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
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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 |
- VERSATILE STITCH OPTIONS: The SINGER Quantum Stylist 9960 offers 600 built-in stitches and 1,172 stitch applications, including essential, stretch, and decorative stitches. Use mirror imaging and stitch elongation to create unique designs for quilting, fashion sewing, home décor, and crafts, giving your projects a personalized and professional touch.
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- 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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