If you are looking for an inexpensive sewing machine that still offers a little more than the pure beginner’s models, you will soon come across the Singer Tradition 2263, where you can expect to get great performance for little money.
What is the scope of delivery?
First of all, as an experienced user, you focus on the scope of delivery, whereas an extensive equipment is important here, especially for beginners. The larger the scope of delivery, the easier it is to get started, and the more you can get started with the machine “off the cuff”.
At least the Singer Tradition 2263 need not hide here. In addition to screwdrivers and brushes for maintenance, the manufacturer even provides oil, and for extensive work there are several thread holders, a needle assortment, several bobbins and a universal and button sewing foot as well as a zipper foot available.
Which functions are offered?
It becomes more interesting when it comes to functionality. Here the only 23 sewing programs catch the eye, which seem a bit poor, especially for frequent users. Apart from the six utility stitches, eleven decorative stitches and the automatic buttonhole there is a small but nice titbit with the five stretch stitches. This enables you to sew stretchy seams, for example for sportswear, or elastic bands onto elastic materials.
Thus the range of functions of the Singer Tradition 2263 goes beyond what is usually offered in the price range up to 150 €, so that beginners, once they have “tasted blood”, do not have to order a new machine immediately, but can stay with the Tradition 2263.
Last but not least, the closed overlock stitch, also one of the so-called stretch stitches, should be emphasized. If you have an elastic material, e.g. the above mentioned sportswear, which also frays, you can easily bartack it by using the overlock stitch for a closing or neatening seam. Already, one can show oneself again in the formerly frayed clothes.
How is the processing?
In terms of workmanship, the Singer Tradition 2263 is as minimalist as its functions: It is straightforward, but for beginners it could not be better. The machine dispenses with a display and large control panels, but in view of the limited functions, this would be excessive. Instead, the stitch and stitch depth are simply set with two rotary controls – in the classic manner – and then sewing can begin.
What is the price-performance ratio?
One thing is certain: The Singer Tradition 2263 is an entry-level sewing machine in terms of its simple, easy-to-learn operation and its functional diversity, which is manageable in a positive sense. Nevertheless, there are, for example, stretch stitches on board which deserve special mention. Therefore the price of 145 € is really justified and you will have a hard time finding an equal competitor in this price class. However: With the RRP of 279.00 € at that time, Singer really exaggerated, because this was simply too much for the machine even at the time of its release.
What is the conclusion?
So if you are looking for an entry-level machine, but in the future you may want to use a sewing machine more often and then don’t want to buy a new, more versatile machine after six months, the Singer Tradition 2263 is the right choice for you. Advanced users, on the other hand, will be annoyed by the functional diversity, which is perfectly acceptable for the price range but quickly reaches its limits. We award a total of 3.5 of 5 stars based on customer opinions and product description. At Amazon we currently find 111 customer reviews, which you can