Best Serger Reviews 2018

Sergers have different features that determine their degree of sophistication. The speed, threading system, adjustability and automation features all determine the price. A high-end serger with ultra-large throat space and automatic thread delivery can cost over $8,000, while a less expensive option that still gets the job done goes for about $180.

There are cheap sergers out there, but don’t be deceived. Their quality, durability, and delivery might be compromised. Their tempting price tags are the quickest way for you to waste your money.

Whether you make clothing, household items, or gifts, you know that hemming edges can be one of the most tedious and time-consuming tasks in the world. Thank God for sergers! They let you complete a whole mountain of daunting seams in no time! If you are looking to get yourself a serger, watch for these features:

• Speed
• Safety
• Threading and threads
• Design and construction
• Accessories

This list provides great insight into what to look out for in a serger. Read on to understand why each of these features matter.

A serger is the single most important machine you can get to stitch garments, wrap edges, edge hemming stitches, roll hems and put the finishing touches on your garments. Sergers are also commonly referred to as marrow sewing machines or overlocking sewing machines. Sergers differ in how fast they stitch. For example, some can create up to 1300 stitches per minute while others can go as fast as 1500 stitches. A typical sewing machine will perform the same task at the rate of 600 per minute.

It’s important that your serger delivers perfect finishes to your projects quickly but safety is also crucial. All sergers covered in our review are safe to use. They come with retractable knife blades to prevent accidents. They also come with bright lights for clearer vision, especially during use in poorly-lit areas.

Depending on the type, sergers come with anywhere from two to eight threads. If you will use your serger for chain stitches and cover stitches, you should opt for five threads. Otherwise, three or four will do for you. The number of threads you use will also be determined by the weight of the fabric you are working on. A two-thread overlock will work for finishing the seam allowances of a light material while a four-thread overlock is for finishing seam allowances on heavyweight fabric.

The best sergers have been constructively designed to make your seaming, knitting, hemming, and finishing perfect. Most sergers are adjustable and make for easy cutting and finishing. The stitch length and width, as well as presser foot pressure, are also changeable. Some sergers even feature a free arm.

Sergers offer different accessories, so consider how you’ll use your serger to decide which extras you should spring for. If you are a DIY enthusiast who uses a serger for personal purposes only, you may not need certain fanciful options, unlike a professional who will use their new serger for various applications. Fun bonuses include LCD screens, micro thread control, a waste collector, built-in storage and lots more.

Technology has brought us a lot of improvement and increases in productivity. It used to be difficult to turn out a large number of perfectly done garments, due to limitations of space, time, and machinery. Things have changed now. With a serger, you can complete the finishing in the shortest time possible.

While most sergers will do the basics, some characteristics will make using your new serger a breeze. The sergers covered in our reviews are easy to install. You can assemble them yourself within minutes and start stitching and hemming right away. They are also easy to clean, but you must follow the manufacturer’s guidance about cleaning.

Now that you know what matters about sergers, we hope you now know the combination of features that will provide the best value to you.