The 5 Best Janome Sewing Machines

 
  Name
  Rating
  Nomination
1 Janome JK 220S 4.85
The most popular
2 Janome My Style 100 4.83
Most affordable
3 Janome DC 603 4.80
The best functionality at an affordable price
4 Janome Skyline S9 4.75
With the largest number of operations
5 Janome 4100L 4.70
The most versatile among inexpensive models

Janome is one of the most famous brands of sewing equipment for the home. A rich line of models allows you to choose the best one for small household operations, creating a wardrobe for yourself and loved ones, or for professional use. Some models do a good job with basic functions, some also do decorative stitches. The most versatile - perfectly embroider complex motifs. We have selected popular models of Janome sewing machines with a different set of functions from different price categories.

Top 5. Janome 4100L

Rating (2022): 4.70
The most versatile among inexpensive models

The machine performs 100 operations, allows you to sew and decorate products from different types of fabric. An excellent choice for those who care about the smallest detail in the image.

  • Average price: 15380 rubles
  • Country: Japan (manufactured in Taiwan)
  • Management: computer
  • Shuttle: horizontal
  • Number of operations: 100
  • Presser foot lift, mm: up to 13
  • Loops: automatic (7 types)
  • Weight: 6.4 kg
  • Power Consumption: 35W

This nimble and light machine is equipped with a computer type of control, which takes the work process to another level.The Janome 4100L does most of the work by itself thanks to the horizontal rotary hook and presser foot pressure regulator. The electronic controller automatically changes the puncture force, allowing you to work with the most capricious fabrics. At any time, you can manually change the sewing speed, turn on and off the material feed and the backlight. Sewing craftswomen leave positive feedback about the ability of the machine to create 7 types of loops and cope with complex fabrics such as tarpaulin, leather and tulle. The machine has low power consumption and excellent stitch speed - 820 stitches per minute. Some buyers use this model for custom sewing. After work, the machine can be covered with a soft cover that comes with the kit.

Pros and cons
  • metal frame
  • LED lightening
  • Lots of decorative stitching
  • soft case
  • No ruler on body

Top 4. Janome Skyline S9

Rating (2022): 4.75
With the largest number of operations

The model is equipped with an embroidery unit, which has already built-in 250 motifs and 20 different fonts. Unlimited potential for sewing art!rn

  • Average price: 167,900 rubles
  • Country: Japan (manufactured in Taiwan)
  • Management: computer
  • Shuttle: horizontal rotary
  • Number of operations: 1652
  • Presser foot lift, mm: up to 13
  • Loops: automatic (11 types)
  • Weight: 18 kg
  • Power Consumption: 55W

The most expensive model of our rating. Its price is explained by the presence of 1652 operations, built-in embroidery unit and generous equipment. The machine is available to work in different directions.Together with the machine, the set includes 24 feet - standard (for sewing, trimming, sewing in zippers, etc.) and special ones (for quilting, darning, embroidery with threads, embroidery with yarn, for sewing on buttons, etc.). The “sewing adviser” function helps to deal with the inexhaustible possibilities of the machine. The machine connects to a computer to download embroidery patterns. All in all, a real dream. True, it is prohibitively expensive for many buyers.

Pros and cons
  • Huge functionality
  • Quality stitches
  • Works with different types of fabrics
  • Expensive
  • soft case

Top 3. Janome DC 603

Rating (2022): 4.80
Accounted for 29 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Citylink
The best functionality at an affordable price

60 sewing operations, neat decorative stitches and easy settings. This model is a source of inspiration for many home craftswomen.

  • Average price: 22275 rubles
  • Country: Japan (manufactured in Taiwan)
  • Management: electronic
  • Shuttle: horizontal
  • Number of operations: 60
  • Presser foot lift, mm: up to 14
  • Hinges: automatic (7 types)
  • Weight: 6.3 kg
  • Power Consumption: 50W

Computerized model with 60 sewing operations. The machine works with knitted, thin and dense fabrics. It has the highest presser foot lift of any Janome household model. It stably passes through several layers of dense materials. However, on the folds, when switching from a thin to a thick layer, it can shrink and skip stitches. The problem of most household machines, which is sometimes solved by reducing the speed and adjusting the settings. The kit includes 6 paws that allow you to confidently use the functionality of the machine. Different types of automatic buttonholes - to choose the optimal one for a specific fabric and model.Judging by the reviews, buyers appreciate the large number of lines, quality seams and ease of adjustment, but complain that sometimes the spool jumps off the inclined holder. Someone would like to have a hard case.

Pros and cons
  • A large number of operations
  • Not picky about threads
  • Beautiful decorative stitches
  • Sewing thick fabrics
  • soft case
  • Coil may pop off

Top 2. Janome My Style 100

Rating (2022): 4.83
Accounted for 192 feedback from resources: Citylink, Yandex.Market, Irecommend
Most affordable

The machine has all the basic functions for home use. Performs high-quality lines and does not tire with settings - a good choice for beginner seamstresses.

  • Average price: 9438 rubles
  • Country: Japan (manufactured in Taiwan)
  • Management: electromechanical
  • Shuttle: horizontal
  • Number of operations: 15
  • Presser foot lift, mm: up to 12
  • Loops: semi-automatic (1 linen)
  • Weight: 5.5 kg
  • Power Consumption: 45W

The Janome sewing machine is equipped with a horizontal hook for easy threading. This model copes with 15 sewing operations: with 14 types of stitches and a semi-automatic buttonhole. For ease of use, a backlight with a small lamp and a free removable sleeve have been added. Learning to work with Janome will not take more than 10 minutes, since the setting is done using 2 wheels on the top with designations in the form of pictures. Users leave positive feedback about the pressure regulator, thanks to which the layers of fabric fit snugly together, do not move out or wrinkle. If the machine makes a soft tapping sound, it must be lubricated with machine oil. The kit comes with a screwdriver, a set of needles, a ripper, bobbins and brushes.Even a novice needlewoman will be able to get to work right away.

Pros and cons
  • Affordable price
  • Sewing thin and thick fabrics
  • Easy to set up
  • Few operations
  • No automatic loops

Top 1. Janome JK 220S

Rating (2022): 4.85
Accounted for 242 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Otzovik
The most popular

Wide basic functionality and optimal configuration of the machine make this model one of the most purchased in its price segment.rn

  • Average price: 19270 rubles
  • Brand country: Japan (manufactured in Thailand)
  • Management: electromechanical
  • Shuttle: vertical
  • Number of operations: 22
  • Presser foot lift, mm: up to 11
  • Loops: automatic (1 linen)
  • Weight: 7.6 kg
  • Power Consumption: 70W

This electromechanical sewing machine has a vertical hook that can automatically process buttonholes and turn off the fabric feed. The manufacturer has taken care of the convenience of the user, so it is impossible to chew the fabric or make an extra stitch, the mechanism will stop itself. In addition to 23 standard operations, this model has the best overlock functionality. The foot rises 11 millimeters. There are 6 of them in the set: for hemming, sewing in zippers, buttonholes, transparent, overlock and universal. In general, the complete set of the model includes everything you need: in addition to the paws, there is a seam guide, a ripper, a set of screwdrivers, an oiler and a hard case. Needlewomen appreciate the Janome JK 220 S for its simplicity and rich feature set. Indispensable for home sewing of any fabric (including naughty canvas and jeans), the machine makes the stitches beautiful and even.Even for a novice user, the fabric will not wrinkle, the threads will not tangle or break.

Pros and cons
  • Affordable price
  • Sufficient basic functionality
  • 6 paws included
  • hard case
  • Difficulty punching loops
  • No automatic needle threader
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