bernette 35 vs Elna eXplore 150
Technical comparison · Mechanical
bernette 35 and Elna eXplore 150 differ in buttonhole type: on the measurable specs neither takes the lead, so the choice comes down to which architecture you prefer. On the category's technical index, bernette 35 ranks #8 of 17, Elna eXplore 150 #14.
| Parameter |
35
bernette
F1 · Entry
|
eXplore 150
Elna
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price | ~200–450 € | — |
| Category specs | ||
| LED lights | — | 1 |
| Stitch selection | Dials | — |
| Maximum speed | — | 700 spm |
| Built-in stitches | 23 | 6 |
| Buttonhole type | One-step | Four-step |
| Buttonhole styles | 1 | — |
| Stitch types | — | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Three-step zigzag, Blind hem stitch |
| Maximum stitch width | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Space to the right of the needle | 170.2 mm | — |
| Hook type | — | Horizontal rotary |
| Drop feed | Yes | Yes |
| Needle threader | Manual | — |
| Automatic thread cutter | — | No |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Thread tension | — | Manual |
| Independent bobbin winder | — | Yes |
| Included presser feet | 7 | — |
The differences that matter
- Buttonhole type: bernette 35 One-step · Elna eXplore 150 Four-step
Which one to choose
Choose bernette 35 if…
you prefer this set-up — buttonhole type: one-step.
Choose Elna eXplore 150 if…
you prefer this set-up — buttonhole type: four-step.
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