Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 Sewing Machine vs Brother BQ3050
Two machines whose official specification tables we used in this category. Rankings follow the printed formula; commissions never change the order.
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Best for: 960 official built-in stitches, 13 official buttonhole styles, 6.6" official sewing space
Check price at AmazonBest for: 561 official built-in stitches, 1,050 official SPM, 14 official buttonhole styles
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 Sewing Machine | Brother BQ3050 | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official built-in stitchesThe official built-in sewing stitch count published on the maker's specification table, not a retailer listing. | 960 stitches | 561 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. | Not listed | 1050 SPM | 25% |
| Official buttonhole stylesHow many official buttonhole styles the specification table lists. | 13 styles | 14 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. | 6.6 in | Not listed | 25% |
| Official sewing space (specification table) | 6.6" | Not listed | info |
| Official machine weight | 20 lb | 56.7 lb | info |
| Official needle threader | Effortlessly threads the eye of the needle - eliminates eye strain and saves you time | Automatic | info |
| Official thread cutter | Trim both the top and bobbin threads with the touch of a button. No need to draw up the bobbin thread to start sewing again. | Yes | info |
| Official warranty wording | 1yr / 5yr / 25yr | 2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty | info |
| Official unit dimensions | Not listed | 11.18" x 22.48" x 13.07" | info |
| Official display | Not listed | LCD | info |
| Official lighting | Not listed | LED | info |
| Official included presser feet (count) | Not listed | 17 | info |
| Official included accessory feet | Not listed | Buttonhole Foot , MuVit Digital Dual Feed Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Free-Motion Echo Quilting Foot , Free-Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot , 1/4" Quilting Foot with Guide , 1/4" Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot … | info |
| Official sewing lettering fonts | Not listed | 5 | info |
| StitchPick score | 5.4/10 | 5.2/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 Sewing Machine
Better published figure on: Official built-in stitches.
What we like
- Official table lists 960 built-in stitches
- Official table lists 13 buttonhole styles
Watch out for
- Official table we used does not list a maximum sewing speed
Brother BQ3050
Better published figure on: Official buttonhole styles.
What we like
- Official table lists 561 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
Verdict
Compare the official scored fields on each maker's specification table. Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 Sewing Machine and Brother BQ3050 differ on at least one official published figure.
- Singer Quantum Stylist 9985 Sewing Machine: Singer official specifications
- Brother BQ3050: Brother official specifications