Stitch quality 9.0
Ease of use 5.0
Stretch fabrics 8.0
Heavy fabrics 8.0

pros

  1. Stitches well on difficult fabrics like chiffon
  2. Makes good buttonholes
  3. Built-in thread cutter
  4. Heavy duty metal frame

cons

  1. Higher price point 
  2. A bit more complicated for beginners
  3. Inconsistent bobbin winding

Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist

7.5 Overall Score
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This machine is the most solid feeling machine out of my top six, but it’s also the most expensive. It does well with heavy fabrics and has a built-in thread cutter, which is really nice because it saves a lot of time cutting threads. The reason it didn’t make my top three is that it’s not as beginner-friendly as the other models. If you’re planning on doing a lot of quilting, this machine is the perfect choice because it has quilting-friendly features and a large throat space.

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