Mechanical sewing machines are low speed machines which cannot handle thick fabric or stretchy fabric easily. Mechanical sewing machines are less efficient sewing machines, they need manual settings every time you use. Sewing Machine like treadle and hand operated machines are very less efficient machines with single straight stitch option and this machines need more effort to run, but can be considered in case like- suitable for beginners, irregular users, people who need only straight stitch option and low in budget.
Latest model sewing machines are fast and efficient machines with capacity of about more than 800 stitches per minute. These machines are effective and have variety of stitch pattern options. Speed and effective machine saves your time.
Size of sewing machines is an important factor for people, who travel more or professionals like designers and tailors.
However, sewing machines should be small and compact such that they can fit in your cupboard. Latest sewing machines are small, lightweight and compact and they can be easily portable. As the latest model sewing machines are made of good quality fiber and metal on other parts, they weigh about 8 kg to 15 kg generally. Old model sewing machines like treadle and hand operated sewing machines are made of heavy metal like aluminum body, and these machines are heavy in weight and are not easy to carry along.