Bernina or Janome?
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Bernina or Janome?
I've done many search attempts and found one great post on Berninas--but can't find anything on Janomes.
My Babylock Quest is in the shop and I've lost trust in it, so am looking for a new machine. The Bernina has this BSR--stitch regulator that even works for free motion quilting and after what my BL has put me though over the years--that is looking like the biggest selling point to me.
In reading about Janomes--which I like the look of better--but that can't come into play ;-) I don't see anything about stitch regulators. Janome lovers care to comment?
Bernina owners love their machines and except for the 700 series, they seem to be amazing. Are Janomes as amazing? I need a machine that doesn't skip stitches or have tension issues.
Looking at Bernina 380, 530, or 550QE or Janome Memory Craft 6300P--the price difference is $100s, but if a Bernina really will keep quilting joyful--I'm willing to pay.
My Babylock Quest is in the shop and I've lost trust in it, so am looking for a new machine. The Bernina has this BSR--stitch regulator that even works for free motion quilting and after what my BL has put me though over the years--that is looking like the biggest selling point to me.
In reading about Janomes--which I like the look of better--but that can't come into play ;-) I don't see anything about stitch regulators. Janome lovers care to comment?
Bernina owners love their machines and except for the 700 series, they seem to be amazing. Are Janomes as amazing? I need a machine that doesn't skip stitches or have tension issues.
Looking at Bernina 380, 530, or 550QE or Janome Memory Craft 6300P--the price difference is $100s, but if a Bernina really will keep quilting joyful--I'm willing to pay.
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This won't really answer your question. I have the Bernina 440QE since 2008. Absolutely love it. Keep it serviced every year. Also have the Janome Gold, which is a smaller inexpensive machine so no comparison to the Memory Craft. Have had 3 Berninas and wouldn't trade them for anything but a new Bernina. Well worth the extra dollars IMHO.
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I have the inexpensive Janome Jem Gold. It is a little workhorse, no problems at all and it is years old but it is no where close to the high end Janome. I have an older Bernina 1260 and it is still sewing like new. I am thinking of the 550QE also. But by the time I decide I need a new one there will be newer series. LOL
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Bernina owners love their machines and except for the 700 series, they seem to be amazing. Are Janomes as amazing? I need a machine that doesn't skip stitches or have tension issues.
Looking at Bernina 380, 530, or 550QE or Janome Memory Craft 6300P--the price difference is $100s, but if a Bernina really will keep quilting joyful--I'm willing to pay.
I've owned Berninas for over twenty years. They're truly a work horse.
Why not go visit both dealers for a test sew?
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Thank you for all the good points to consider. I actually have a Bernina 210 on loan while they wrestle with my Baby Lock. I know it's an older model, but I'm not liking it so far. I'm sure the newer models are smoother. I'm not one to embrace change though. lol
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I love my Janome 7700 Horizon! The added harp space is such a nice feature. Also, it came with many feet so there really is not any feet to buy separately, unless there is a specialty foot that is out of the normal sewing realm. My friend who has a Bernina said her machine did not come with all the feet Janome did and she ended up having to buy some feet separately. I would definitely go and test drive different machines and brands to see what feels best to you. Also, buying from a local shop is a good idea, since they will be close if you have questions etc. when you start using the machine at home. Good luck.
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