Brother BQ3100 vs Juki HZL-DX7
Higher official-spec computerized sewing machines.
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Best for: 729 official built-in stitches, 1,050 official SPM, 14 official buttonhole styles
Check price at AmazonBest for: 287 official built-in stitches, 1,050 official SPM, 16 official buttonhole styles
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Brother BQ3100 | Juki HZL-DX7 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official built-in stitchesThe official built-in sewing stitch count published on the maker's specification table, not a retailer listing. | 729 stitches | 287 stitches | 30% |
| Official maximum sewing speedThe official maximum sewing speed in stitches per minute. If the maker writes “up to,” we still record that official maximum and note the wording; it is not a measured rate. | 1050 SPM | 1050 SPM | 25% |
| Official buttonhole stylesHow many official buttonhole styles the specification table lists. | 14 styles | 16 styles | 20% |
| Official sewing spaceOfficial sewing space to the right of the needle, in inches. When the official table lists two work-space dimensions, we score the larger one (throat width) and note both figures. Imprecise official wording such as 6"+ is shown as written and is not scored as a precise figure. | Not listed | Not listed | 25% |
| Official machine weight | 56.659 lb | 21.6 lb | info |
| Official needle threader | Automatic | Not listed | info |
| Official thread cutter | Yes | Not listed | info |
| Official unit dimensions | 11.18" x 22.48" x 13.07" | Not listed | info |
| Official display | LCD | Not listed | info |
| Official lighting | LED | Not listed | info |
| Official included presser feet (count) | 17 | Not listed | info |
| Official included accessory feet | Buttonhole Foot , MuVit Digital Dual Feed Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Free-Motion Echo Quilting Foot , Free-Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot , Couching Dual Feed Foot , 1/4" Quilting Foot with Guide , Open Toe Foot for MuVit , Button Fitting Foot , Stitch in the Ditch Dual Feed… | Not listed | info |
| Official sewing lettering fonts | 5 | Not listed | info |
| Official drop feed | Automatic | Not listed | info |
| Official warranty wording | 2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty | Not listed | info |
| Official dimensions | Not listed | 17.5”(W) x 11.5”(H) x 8.25”(D) | info |
| StitchPick score | 5.9/10 | 4.4/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Brother BQ3100
Better published figure on: Official built-in stitches.
What we like
- Official table lists 729 built-in stitches
- Official table lists a maximum sewing speed of 1,050 SPM
- Official table lists 14 buttonhole styles
Watch out for
- Official table we used does not list sewing space to the right of the needle
Juki HZL-DX7
Better published figure on: Official buttonhole styles.
What we like
- Official table lists 287 built-in stitches
- Official table lists a maximum sewing speed of 1,050 SPM
- Official table lists 16 buttonhole styles
Watch out for
- Official table we used does not list sewing space to the right of the needle
Verdict
Both official tables typically list a large stitch library; compare official sewing space and official speed.
- Brother BQ3100: Brother official specifications
- Juki HZL-DX7: Juki official specifications