Priced between $500 and $600, the SINGER Futura XL-400 is a popular embroidery machine that has been specially designed to easily sustain heavy duty use. This computerized sewing and embroidery machine uses an advanced technology and an innovative system to make your work effortlessly. It is very easy to use and setup, and unlike most models it comes with a wide array of impressive features designed to ease your sewing process. However, if you are not convinced about the performance of this device, keep on reading the following lines.
SINGER Futura XL-400
Performance
With 125 built-in embroidery designs, five fonts and outline lettering and 30 built-in sewing stitches with two fully automatic one-step buttonholes, this machine is one of the most efficient models available on the market, today. It comes with an easy-on extra-large 10-by-6-inch hoop with multi-hooping capabilities which allows you to embroider designs up to 18-1/2 by 11 inches. As mentioned above, there is a lettering program with 5 fonts which can help you customize or monogram your projects. The best part of using those lettering fonts is that letters can be rotated, shaped and sized with 30 lettering frames, including banner, wave, arc and more others.
Features
The Futura XL-400 machine comes with a lot of accessible features in order to facilitate your projects. For beginners, along with embroidery, this machine can also be used for regular sewing. Besides all those embroidery designs and built-in sewing stitches, it gives you the possibility to upload more patterns to the device thanks to its USB compatibility. The 6 stay bright LED lights illuminate your workspace, so you can confidently use the device at night, eliminating eye strain. The swift smart threading system has the main purpose to guide the thread from the spool to the needle area through the single groove. The drop and sew bobbing system of this machine is designed for beginners to make their sewing and embroidery process much easier.
Design
This computerized sewing and embroidery machine measures 22 x 9.5 x 13 inches and weighs just 23 pounds. It is a lightweight and compact product which can be easily carried and moved from a room to another. What we really like about this machine is the fact that it is equipped with an extra large sewing space. The control panel of this device is easy to use and provides the user with a lot of functions, including:
- the Stitch Locking function will help you sew 4 stitches in reverse and 4 stitches forward
- the Start/Stop button will start and stop the machine, so it won’t be necessary the use of the foot pedal
- the Needle Up/Down button is used to fix the needle in the up or down position
- the Reverse button should be used to back up the stitches while embroidering.
Ease of use
Considering the fact that this is a computerized unit, it might be harder to use than other manual machines. However, all those units that are controlled through a computer, with the quick swipe of the finger can be a little bit simpler to use than manual adjustments. The fact that it has multi-hooping capacity is a major perk because this function has been designed to facilitate your projects. As mentioned before the embroidery area is extremely large, so you can easily work with larger fabrics. Most sewers prefer this model because it is compact and allows you to install your desired size table.
Warranty
Before making an investment, you need to consider several things, including the warranty of the product you are looking to purchase. In this case, you can rest assured as the Futura XL-400 machine comes with a limited 25-year warranty. Also, the manufacturer offers a 5-year warranty for motors, wiring, speed control, and electronic components and 1-year limited warranty for adjustments, attachments, belt, rings and bulbs. Furthermore, there is very friendly customer support that will gladly answer all your further questions.
| Specs | Futura XL-400 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 x 9.5 x 13 inches |
| Weight | 23 lbs. |
| Embroidery designs | 125 built-in designs |
| Alphabet options | 5 |
| Lettering pattern combination | 30 |
| Maximum embroidery area | 10 x 6 inches |
| Embroidery hoops included | 2 Snap-On |
| Hook type | Drop-in bobbin |
| Number of stitches | 30 |
| Buttonhole styles | Automatic bobbin winding system |
| Reverse button | 2 Fully Automatic 1-Step Buttonholes |
| Maximum stitch width | 7mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 5 mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 5 mm |
| Thread tension | Automatic |
| Warranty | 25-year |
Frequently Asked Questions
1How can I see its built-in designs?
The designs of this model can only be seen while in the open software.
2Most models come with an automatic thread cutter. Is this one equipped with this feature?
Unfortunately, it doesn’t have an automatic thread cutter.
3How long is the arm-space?
The arm-space of this machine is about 8-1/8 inches wide and 4-3/4 inches tall.
This is without a doubt one of the most efficient models on the market. The multi-hoop capability will allow you to design embroidery up to 18-1/2 by 11 inches. Above all, you can customize the look of your work on the computer screen. Thus, you will know exactly what you’re doing. This is excellent news if you work in the business. Let the customers choose and you can create. The extra large working space will allow you to create many projects so your work can be profitable. The 6 LED lights will allow you to view your work with ease without causing eye strain. This is excellent news if you’re already suffering from eye problems. As well as, you can also use this machine in low-light conditions. Thesmart system integrated into this machine will ensure easy needle threading so you can concentrate on creativity rather than maneuvering. By using this machine will get the same high-end results as using a much more expensive machine.
