Yes, it's Prime Day again. July 8-11, 2025. And even if you are reading this after Prime Day, these 3 machines won't break the bank.
The Tiny One
The YASM-505 from Eisewboa is almost too cute to be taken seriously. However, reviews reveal thatalthough it is very compact and easy to store it can still do basic sewing and a little more. Touted as a beginner machine including kids, it does the basics plus can sew up to 4 layers of fabric, create buttonholes, overlock and piping, and includes an expansion table for an even stable surface. It does only have 12 stitches but that's definitely enough to get started.
I imagine this would be great for having in a camper. If you are a beginner, there are several videos to show you how to work the machine and how to make those buttonholes. Weighs just under 6 pounds.
Currently under $60
The Middle One
The SINGER M2100 Lightweight & Compact Sewing Machine has a little more going on especially with it's 8 built in stitches that can be used for 63 stitch applications. It is more sleek and sturdy compared to the Tiny One as it is more than double the weight at just over 13 pounds. It does not have a table. The reviews on it vary but most like the compact size and feel it's a good value.It is still a machine that would not be difficult to take to retreats or move to whatever room you need to be in. It is made for light to medium fabrics so no heavy fabrics for this one. It does have a front loading bobbin that users either love or hate.
Currently under $100
The Bigger One for Beginner Machine Quilting
The Brother CP100X Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine is a step down from the one I havethat is no longer available. I love my brother machine as it is easy to set up and is more quiet than my other machines. The reviews on this agree with my assessment and it is the highest rated at the time of this writing (4.6 average of 737).
It comes with a table that is great for doing small quilting projects. Some of the reviews do say it is best for small quilting projects and doesn't have enough space to do larger projects. I would suggest to look at getting a table that you can sit the machine down in to give you more flat space to do quilting. Also comes with 10 different presser feet and does 8 different styles of buttonholes.
Currently under $200