Singer Heavy Duty 5523 - 2022 model range - 60% stronger, 1100spm - 30% faster

I have upgraded to this machine as my old one was not capable of sewing thicker materials and was very basic.
I recommend if you are new to this type of machine, download the App Singer Assistant. This shows in finer detail the self threader and many useful items.
I am very pleased with my purchase and the speed it arrived.

After using a little Singer Promise for a couple of years I decided to upgrade to a machine with stretch stitches that could easily handle heavier weight materials . I bought the singer heavy duty 5523 over the 4423 as I liked the idea of the contrasting colours! It’s a nice machine and is straightforward to operate. The only issue is the needle threader.. It stopped working after about 3 weeks - It IS a bit fiddly to use. My sister has the Fashion Mate 3333 which seems less problematic. The Singer helpline was very helpful and when I returned the machine it was sent back to me repaired within a week. If you are looking for a mechanical machine then it’s good one to go with although it only has 23 stitches so if you’re looking to use more decorative stitches you’d be better to get the 5532 or the new computerised model

Having not had a machine for a number of years I got straight down to work with this excellent machine. Simple to use and versatile perfect for my needs .

I like this machine very much. I have been sewing for over 40 years and have always used Husqvarna(different models). For a while I have felt that I need a machine for sewing heavy fabrics and after some research decided to go for this one. I must tell this does not disappoint and it really is very powerful. If you compare this to my Husqvarna, it does feel slightly simple and rough, and the threader needs some persuasion to work, but it definitely is more powerful on thicker fabrics. The price is also so much more affordable(£290 against £1500). Can definitely recommend this machine.

Taught myself to use a sewing machine, during lockdown, finding this model almost perfect for the job. However, the automatic needle threader is disappointing, being as fiddly and time consuming as trying to thread it myself.