Best Basic Sewing Machines Updated May 2025

Join the millions that have trusted BuyersGuide.org to help them make smarter buying decisions. Let our independent expert reviews and data-driven shopping recommendations help you find the one that's right for you.

Best Basic Sewing Machines
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
Sort by:

10.0

1

10.0

Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine, Lightweight, Full Featured, 27 Stitches, 6 Included Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Value for money
Sewing ability
Weight
Stitching variety
Picked by 572 people this week!
Picked by 572 people this week!

10.0

1
Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine, Lightweight, Full Featured, 27 Stitches, 6 Included Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Value for money
Sewing ability
Weight
Stitching variety

9.9

2

9.9

Brother Sewing Machine, GX37, 37 Built-in Stitches, 6 Included Sewing Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Sewing speed
Value for money
Threading capability
Weight

9.9

2
Brother Sewing Machine, GX37, 37 Built-in Stitches, 6 Included Sewing Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Sewing speed
Value for money
Threading capability
Weight

9.7

3

9.7

TIGARI Magnetic Seam Guide for Sewing Machine, Magnetic Sewing Guide with Clip, Multifunctional Ruler, Hemmer Guide, Seam Guide...
Magnet strength
Ease of use
Seam straightness
Use
Build quality

9.7

3
TIGARI Magnetic Seam Guide for Sewing Machine, Magnetic Sewing Guide with Clip, Multifunctional Ruler, Hemmer Guide, Seam Guide...
Magnet strength
Ease of use
Seam straightness
Use
Build quality

9.6

4

9.6

Stoigeld Sewing Machine for Beginners with 20 Pcs Fabric and 32 Pcs Sewing Threads Kit,Portable Sewing Machine with 12 Built-in...
Ease of use
Functionality
Size
Value for money
Ease of sewing
Fabric set

9.6

4
Stoigeld Sewing Machine for Beginners with 20 Pcs Fabric and 32 Pcs Sewing Threads Kit,Portable Sewing Machine with 12 Built-in...
Ease of use
Functionality
Size
Value for money
Ease of sewing
Fabric set

9.4

5

9.4

SINGER Tradition 2277 Sewing Machine with Automatic Needle Threader | 97 Stitch Applications, 1-Step Buttonhole, Adjustable Sti...
Ease of use
Works well
Sewing ability
Value for money
Lightweight

9.4

5
SINGER Tradition 2277 Sewing Machine with Automatic Needle Threader | 97 Stitch Applications, 1-Step Buttonhole, Adjustable Sti...
Ease of use
Works well
Sewing ability
Value for money
Lightweight

9.3

6

9.3

Brother Sewing and Quilting Machine, XR3774, 37 Built-in Stitches, Wide Table, 8 Included Sewing Feet
Ease of use
Sewing machine
Works well
Value for money
Instructional video
Design

9.3

6
Brother Sewing and Quilting Machine, XR3774, 37 Built-in Stitches, Wide Table, 8 Included Sewing Feet
Ease of use
Sewing machine
Works well
Value for money
Instructional video
Design

9.2

7

9.2

Magicfly Mini Sewing Machine for Beginner, Dual Speed Portable Machine with Extension Table, Light, Sewing Kit for Household, T...
Appearance

9.2

7
Magicfly Mini Sewing Machine for Beginner, Dual Speed Portable Machine with Extension Table, Light, Sewing Kit for Household, T...
Appearance

9.0

8

9.0

Brother SM1704 Sewing Machine, 7.6" x 17.25" x 13.8", White
Ease of use
Sewing ease
Functionality
Weight
Value for money
Sturdiness

9.0

8
Brother SM1704 Sewing Machine, 7.6" x 17.25" x 13.8", White
Ease of use
Sewing ease
Functionality
Weight
Value for money
Sturdiness

8.9

9

8.9

Brother CS5055 Computerized Sewing Machine, 60 Built-in Stitches, LCD Display, 7 Included Feet, White
Ease of use
Sewing machine
Functionality
Value for money
Weight

8.9

9
Brother CS5055 Computerized Sewing Machine, 60 Built-in Stitches, LCD Display, 7 Included Feet, White
Ease of use
Sewing machine
Functionality
Value for money
Weight

8.7

10

8.7

SINGER M1000 Mending Machine | Compact, Lightweight & Portable With 32 Stitch Applications & LED Light | Great for Light to Med...
Ease of use
Lightweight

8.7

10
SINGER M1000 Mending Machine | Compact, Lightweight & Portable With 32 Stitch Applications & LED Light | Great for Light to Med...
Ease of use
Lightweight

Our Top Choice

10.0

1

10.0

Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine, Lightweight, Full Featured, 27 Stitches, 6 Included Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Value for money
Sewing ability
Weight
Stitching variety
Picked by 572 people this week!
Picked by 572 people this week!

10.0

1
Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine, Lightweight, Full Featured, 27 Stitches, 6 Included Feet
Ease of use
Functionality
Value for money
Sewing ability
Weight
Stitching variety