Brother SM3701 vs Elna eXplore 240
Technical comparison · Mechanical
Brother SM3701 and Elna eXplore 240 differ in needle threader: on the measurable specs neither takes the lead, so the choice comes down to which architecture you prefer.
| Parameter |
SM3701
Brother
F1 · Entry
|
eXplore 240
Elna
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price | ~90–200 € | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Weight | 5.67 kg | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Machine weight | 5.67 kg | — |
| Power supply | 110-120 V | — |
| Stitch selection | Dials | Dials |
| Maximum speed | 800 spm | 800 spm |
| Built-in stitches | 37 | 24 |
| Buttonhole type | One-step | One-step |
| Buttonhole styles | 1 | — |
| Stitch types | — | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Triple stretch straight stitch, Three-step zigzag, Blind hem stitch, Stretch blind hem stitch, Elastic overlock stitch |
| Maximum stitch width | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Hook type | — | Vertical oscillating |
| Drop feed | — | Yes |
| Needle threader | Automatic | Built-in |
| Automatic thread cutter | — | Yes |
| Adjustable presser foot pressure | — | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Independent bobbin winder | — | Yes |
| Included presser feet | 5 | — |
| Presser foot attachment | — | Low shank, snap-on |
The differences that matter
- Needle threader: Brother SM3701 Automatic · Elna eXplore 240 Built-in
Which one to choose
Choose Brother SM3701 if…
you prefer this set-up — needle threader: automatic.
Choose Elna eXplore 240 if…
you prefer this set-up — needle threader: built-in.
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