Singer XL-400 Vs SEQS-6000 Comparison In Detail
I have always been a fan of sewing & embroidery combo machines. The main reason is because, you don't need a separate machine for regular sewing. You can do both regular sewing and embroidery on the same machine itself. XL-400 has been Singer's main machine in the combo segment. It was loved for its versatility. Now Singer has SEQS-6000 in the same segment. Since they belong to the same segment, it will be worth comparing them.
Singer XL-400 Vs SEQS-6000 - Major Feature Differences
Obviously the first difference you can pick is the color. Singer XL-400 comes in slightly dark cyan or something like that ( I am not an expert in naming colors. Am I color blind? lol). And SEQS-6000 comes in slightly dark green or something. Another difference is in the branding. XL-400 comes with 'Futura' branding and SEQS-6000 comes with 'Futura Quartet' branding. As a sewer, I really don't care about the branding as it is just some kind of a marketing strategy.
You might be wondering why this comparison is lagging like a documentary. It is because, I don't have anything else to say. Apart from the above said differences, both Singer XL-400 and SEQS-6000 are identical in features. The features are given in the table below.
Editor comment
Both Singer XL-400 and SEQS-6000 are versatile machines. The stitch quality is also very similar. One thing I really loved about these machines is the ability to do all the embroidery editing on a big laptop screen instead of a small LCD screen on the machine.
Since these two machines are identical in features, there is nothing to choose between them. The choice is yours.
Side by side comparison
| Feature | Singer XL-400 | Singer SEQS-6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing & Embroidery Combo | Sewing & Embroidery Combo |
| Max Embroidery Area | 10” x 6” | 10” x 6” |
| Built-in Stitches | 30 Sewing Stitches | 30 Sewing Stitches |
| Embroidery Hoop | Two, 10” x 6” and 4” x 4” along with 18 1/2" x 11" multihoop ability | Two, 10” x 6” and 4” x 4” along with 18 1/2" x 11" multihoop ability |
| Sewing Start/Stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Speed Control Slider | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Embroidery Designs | 125 | 125 |
| Automatic Needle Threader | Yes | Yes |
| Buttonhole Styles | 2 One-step | 2 One-step |
| Pattern Rotation | Yes | Yes |
| Top Drop-in Bobbin | Yes | Yes |
| USB Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Stitch Selection | Push Button | Push Button |
| Adjustable Stitch Length/Width | Yes | Yes |
| Stitch Width | 7mm | 7mm |
| Programmable Needle Up/Down | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Monogramming Font | Yes, 5 | Yes, 5 |
| Drop Feed | Yes | Yes |
| On Board Accessory Storage | Yes, 2 Compartments | Yes, 2 Compartments |
| Work Light | Yes, 6 LEDs | Yes, 6 LEDs |
| Machine Weight | 23 lbs | 23 lbs Approx |
| Warranty | 25 Year Limited | 25 Year Limited |
| Extra High Presser Foot Lifter | Yes | Yes |
| Twin Needle Capability | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Thread Cutter | No | No |
| Included Software | Editing Software | Editing Software |
| Dedicated Locking Stitch Button (Apart from reverse button) | Yes | Yes |
| Included Wide Extension Table | Yes | Yes |
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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed here are the views of the writer only. Opinions may be subjective.
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