Brother SM3701 vs W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61
Technical comparison · Mechanical
W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61 is ahead on maximum speed; beyond that the two differ in buttonhole type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61 ranks #8 of 15, Brother SM3701 #9.
| Parameter |
SM3701
Brother
F1 · Entry
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W6 N 1235/61
W6 Wertarbeit
F1 · Entry
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price | ~90–200 € | 149 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | — | 39 × 16 × 30 cm |
| Weight | 5.67 kg | 6.172 kg |
| Category specs | ||
| Machine weight | 5.67 kg | 6.172 kg |
| Machine width | — | 390 mm |
| Machine height | — | 300 mm |
| Machine depth | — | 160 mm |
| Power supply | 110-120 V | — |
| Power consumption | — | 70 W |
| Stitch selection | Dials | Dials |
| Maximum speed | 800 spm | 860 spm |
| Built-in stitches | 37 | 29 |
| Buttonhole type | One-step | Four-step |
| Buttonhole styles | 1 | — |
| Stitch types | — | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Three-step zigzag, Stretch blind hem stitch, Triple stretch straight stitch, Triple stretch zigzag |
| Maximum stitch width | 5 mm | 5 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Hook type | — | Vertical oscillating |
| Feed dog pieces | — | 3 |
| Needle threader | Automatic | Automatic |
| Automatic thread cutter | — | No |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Thread tension | — | Manual |
| Included presser feet | 5 | — |
| Presser foot attachment | — | Low shank, snap-on |
The differences that matter
- Maximum speed: Brother SM3701 800 spm vs W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61 860 spm
- Buttonhole type: Brother SM3701 One-step · W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61 Four-step
Which one to choose
Choose Brother SM3701 if…
you prefer this set-up — buttonhole type: one-step.
Choose W6 Wertarbeit W6 N 1235/61 if…
you value maximum speed.
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