Elna eXplore 150 vs Singer Start 1304
Technical comparison · Mechanical
Elna eXplore 150 and Singer Start 1304 differ in stitch types: on the measurable specs neither takes the lead, so the choice comes down to which architecture you prefer.
| Parameter |
eXplore 150
Elna
F1 · Entry
|
Start 1304
Singer
F1 · Entry
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F1 — Entry |
| Price | ||
| Price | — | ~90–200 € |
| Category specs | ||
| LED lights | 1 | — |
| Stitch selection | — | Dials |
| Maximum speed | 700 spm | — |
| Built-in stitches | 6 | 57 |
| Buttonhole type | Four-step | Four-step |
| Stitch types | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Three-step zigzag, Blind hem stitch | Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Blind hem stitch |
| Maximum stitch width | 5 mm | — |
| Maximum stitch length | 4 mm | — |
| Hook type | Horizontal rotary | — |
| Drop feed | Yes | — |
| Automatic thread cutter | No | — |
| Free arm | Yes | Yes |
| Thread tension | Manual | — |
| Independent bobbin winder | Yes | — |
| Included presser feet | — | 3 |
The differences that matter
- Stitch types: Elna eXplore 150 Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Three-step zigzag, Blind hem stitch · Singer Start 1304 Straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Blind hem stitch
Which one to choose
Choose Elna eXplore 150 if…
you prefer this set-up — stitch types: straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Three-step zigzag, Blind hem stitch.
Choose Singer Start 1304 if…
you prefer this set-up — stitch types: straight stitch, Zigzag stitch, Blind hem stitch.
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