100€ vs 1000€ Sewing Machine: Which Sew Jeans Better? (Brother PQ1600s vs Brother CS10S)
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- Опубліковано 2 сер 2024
- Does a 1000 euro machine really sews better than a 100eur machine? Let's find out with a ultimate test: sewing jeans! The machines I used in this test are: beginner friendly machine Brother CS10s which retails below 200eur, and straight-stitch advanced sewing machine Brother PQ1600S, which costs a bit over 1000eur. I tested these machines by making a pair of jeans: one half is made using one machine and second half other machine, to see how both machines will perform in same conditions: same thick fabric, same thick thread, same jeans needle size 100 and of course same seams. I’ll review the test results in 5 points: stitch quality, ease of use and adjustability, versatility and specialized features, durability and reliability and value for money. Let's see which one of these machine will handle jeans better!
Thanks for Brother for partnering on this video and proving machines for the review.
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VIDEO PARTS:
00:00 Intro
01:04 Stitch quality
03:35 Ease of use and adjustability
05:48 Versatility and special features
10:27 Durability and reliability
11:56 Value for money - Навчання та стиль
Thank you for this comparison, it was really informative and helped me make up my mind as to what type of machine to go for.
Word of thumb, never ask a domestic machine to do what an industrial machine CAN do. On the flip side, sometimes lightweight materials do better on a domestic machine. I have both, but my 1972 Kenmore machine takes care of most due to the weight and all metal gears.
I agree - different machines perform different with different fabrics/projects. One of the questions I get asked most about sewing machines is how well it can sew jeans, this is why I chose this project for the test🤗
I have that Brother semi-industrail machine, love it. I wouldn't say jeans are "difficult fabric" though, unlike what beginners might think. It's flimsy or slippery fabrics that really difficult to work with.
I think denim fabric gets this ‘reputation’ because very often, hemming store-bought jeans is one of the first projects beginners try - but without preparing machine (right needle, right thread) and seams (reducing bulk, using seam jumper or alternative), this can be an overwhelming task and lead to frustation
Jeans alterations are much more difficult than making a pair of jeans from scratch, Chiffon, slippery fabrics, or fabrics that unravel are the worst!
I've been using my Husqvarna Viking Lilly 550 for a few decades. I like that it's a workhorse machine with a good number of specialty stitches. Don't see myself ever needing to replace it.
I tried an inexpensive Singer a couple years ago. I had 2 issues. The first was constant issues with tension. The second was the light weight of the less expensive machine. It kept walking off the sewing table because it was so light.
This was really interesting. Back in the 1980s my husband bought me what was then the top of the range Bernina sewing machine. Prior to that I had made my clothes on my great grandmother's sewing machine, which couldn't handle modern fabrics. About 18 months ago, I bought myself a new Brother machine, mainly for the automatic button hole feature. I bought a mid price range one. As old as my Bernina is, there are still some things that sew better on the old machine, so I use both, depending on the project.
Good Morning!! Snowy cold one here in NW Wisconsin, USA. Your kitty reminds me of our Hercules. Herc was more blond but your guy is just gorgeous and I'll bet he is a great help lol 😉.
I agree with your assessments of the differences between home vs industrial machines. For me, the large throat and extra table is the biggest benefit.
I do wish the lighting was better on our machines!! I have separate bendable light that I position but dang it would be sweet to have it built in across the whole throat and needle area.
Thank you again and have a fabulous today! Steph
In Lithuania we also had a surprisingly cold and snowy morning - a bit unusual for mid April, I can’t wear any of my spring wardrobe yet😅 I agree about lights - I also use a lamp over my desk, but I only got it because lamps on machines were never enough🤷♀️
Julia. This was great. I purchased a beginner machine for portability especially. Your explanations are so helpful. I do have a high end machine “for home only” and yes, it is solid & heavy. Your channel is my favorite “go to” channel. Thank you for your thorough explanations of these 2 machines.
Thank you for the viedeo❣
I have had the previous model of the machine (PQ 1500 S) for many years and I love it.
I sew my entire wardrobe myself on this machine - just for button holes and blind stitched hems I use my Bernina.
Perhaps one should add that it also works perfect with fine fabrics because of the adjustability of the feed dogs.
... and despite the high top speed, it is easy to sew stitch by stitch.
(last weekend my five year old grandson succesful made his first seems with the machine )
Thank you; this was very helpful! :)
Wow! Instant thumbs up for unexpected giant orange cat! 😻♥️♥️ haha, that made my morning. I will now calmly watch the remainder of your video. 🙏🏻 💕💕
He always ‘accidentally’ walks in front of camera when I’m filming😅🤷♀️
@@Julija_Gobere I love that you and your cat have the same hair colour 😉❣
I have an exactly rhe same brother machine (the white and red one). Mine was nowhere near a 100 euros tho 😅 it did an okay job but i recently got an old 1960s machine and while it for sure requires some knowledge abd understanding of machines, it has given me nothing but pleasure to work with. All metal, sews through thick fabrics, no trouble. I almost do not use the domestic modern one since then 😊
Very nice review and comparison. However it did surprise me to learn that the more expensive machine loses options like the button hole.
One follow-up question, how did the jeans hold up after some time ? Did the cheaper side fall apart sooner than the more expensive part, or was it the same ?
I plan on buying a Reliable semi industrial walking foot machine for denim and heavy canvas. I like my Singer Heavy Duty with around 200 stitches because I like the simple embroidery patterns to bring m projects to the next level. Much nicer than the Bernette.
Biggest thing to get a good experience is the motor size. Some machines do so much better with a bigger motor which is easy to do. It isn't a total fix but far less heartache. The other consideration is if you want to mod out your machine.
If you can't afford much spend the ime going over specs and see about testing machines.
Nice job comparing and contrasting. The big machine seems like a nice machine. But, in the US at least, you can land a Consew 206rb5 for the equivalent of 1750 euros, a full blown walking foot industrial with a table, motor, thread stand, etc, etc. I know that seems like a big difference but they're both straight stitch machines, while the Consew is just so much more capable. Space and portability are the only advantage to the thousand euro machine.
But then, I have they luxury of space.
It’s not necessarily the price that determines what a machine can sew or not, it’s how many amps the motor has.
Good point! I wanted to show a bit more of a visual example how different level machines perform on identical task and how different features help - I know that often sewists wonder what’s the difference between beginner and advanced machines, so I hope the video helps explain that🤗
Minute 0:36 and 0:45 Cute cat alert!😂
Beautiful Maine Coon cat.
Would the CS10 work with tapestry fabric?
Love the knee lift on my Bernina. Don’t want to use a (modern) machine without one.
These two machines are great for their intended purpose.
You can't really compare them, as it's like comparing sports car with a 20 year old van!
First one is computerized sewing entry level machine and the other is mechanical straight stitch semi industrial machine. If you want fair comparison take your €100 machine and compare with innovis NQ 575 or 900 which are under $1000 and have comparable futures with your lower end machine. That will be more fair.
The PQ 1600 is unique out of all other models Brother offers. It's a speciality machine comparable with Babylock Accomplish or Juki TL models. These machines are not for beginners 😊
Hi Julija, I'm considering purchasing either a PQ1600S or a Jack/Juki industrial sewing machine. I know you use an industrial machine, and I was wondering how the PQ1600S compares to the industrial model. Does it have the same level of power/speed? Thank you!
To be honest, I used industrial for far longer than PQ1600S, so I can’t fully compare it yet. From what I tried so far - sewing wise PQ1600S is very very similar to industrial. It’s not as fast as industrials (those usual sew at max 3,500-5,500 stitches/min, while PQ1600S sews at 1,500) - but I never sew at max speed; my guess would be that I sew at max speed of 1,000 stitches/min regardless of the machine🤔 One very important difference is that PQ1600S is portable, while industrials are not - consider this when planning your sewing space and also machine servicing (with industrials, 2 people are needed to carry it and it would be difficult to bring it to service shop if needed). I hope this helps!🤗
@@Julija_Gobere Thank you soo much for the insights, much appreciated!
If you have the space, and want straight stitch only (and you may have to pay more for features like thread cutting) industrial machines win out every time.
@@mehere779 This was the conclusion I eventually reached, and I ended up with an industrial. Thank you! 😊