bernette 38 vs Elna 3230
Technical comparison · Electronic and computerised
bernette 38 is the only one of the two showing a measurable advantage, starting with maximum stitch width; on the other available specs the data does not separate them. On the category's technical index, Elna 3230 ranks #23 of 31, bernette 38 #26.
| Parameter |
38
bernette
F1 · Entry
|
3230
Elna
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price | ~450–1000 € | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Maximum speed | 820 spm | — |
| Built-in stitches | 394 | 25 |
| Buttonhole type | — | One-step |
| Buttonhole styles | 8 | — |
| Stitch types | — | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Triple stretch straight stitch, Three-step zigzag, Stretch blind hem stitch, Elastic overlock stitch |
| Maximum stitch width | 7 mm | 6.5 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | — | 4 mm |
| Space to the right of the needle | 170 mm | — |
| Hook type | — | Horizontal rotary |
| Drop feed | — | Yes |
| Automatic thread cutter | Yes | — |
| Adjustable presser foot pressure | Yes | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Thread tension | — | Automatic |
| Display | LCD | LCD |
| Start/stop button | Yes | — |
| Independent bobbin winder | — | Yes |
| Included presser feet | 8 | — |
| Presser foot attachment | — | Low shank, snap-on |
The differences that matter
- Maximum stitch width: bernette 38 7 mm vs Elna 3230 6.5 mm
Which one to choose
This comparison points to the two product pages, where you'll find the complete data and the official links.