Best Sergers in 2025 Reviewed

Editor’s Choice: Brother 1034D 3/4 Thread Serger with Differential Feed

As with any list of top sewing machines, you’ll find many Brother-made options on our list.

Many people won’t be surprised to see they make the Serger overlock machines.

This 3/4-thread serger gives you plenty of finishing options on various fabrics, allowing you to create decorative edges, ruffles, join laces, spaghetti straps, and more.

You also get 22 built-in stitch functions and a differential fabric feed that leaves your stitches looking precise and professional, even when working on intricate materials.

Two snap-on presser feet, foot control, and softcover are included, but what might sway many people beyond its quality performance and options is the 25-year limited warranty.

We like the high speed of 1,300 stitches per minute, which makes it one of the most powerful Serger overlock machines in its price range.

The lay-in threading is color-coded, making it easy to get started, and the adjustable stitch width is easily changed via a dial on the side.

A simple yet very effective Serger overlock machines.

Best Professional Grade: Singer | Professional 5 14T968DC Serger with 2-3-4-5 Threaded Capability

What do you want from a professional level Serger overlock machines?

Options.

This is what Singer gives you with the 14T968DC.

Not only does it have more thread capability than most of the other at-home sergers (you get the option of 2/3/4/5), but it is also a very forgiving machine because of the self-adjusting tension system.

You can leave it up to the machine when you select the gauge setting for your stitch.

It lets you speed through your projects with 1,300 stitches per minute and access the 4 built-in rolled hem feature via a lever.

Because it is a professional-level machine, this serger can sew decorative edges, hems, seams, cover hems, rolled hems, and much more.

Color-coded threading allows you to start new projects within seconds and the heavy-duty frame inside ensures it stays in place and doesn’t vibrate as much as you might think a serger of this level might.

Best Portable: JUKI MO654DE Portable Thread Serger Sewing Machine

Many people comment on the size of this serger machine, but even though it is compact and easily portable, it has a power that is the envy of some of the bigger Serger overlock machines.

With 1,500 stitches per minute, it offers fast sewing of the 2/3/4 thread options.

You can customize many of the features in this serger to tailor it to your needs, including everything from adjustable stitch length to differential feed.

There is also a safety switch to lock the machine when you are threading to help you avoid an accident, and a variety of presser feet are included.

You can use it for cording, gathering, blind stitching, piping, and much more.

The heavy-duty knife.

ensures you get clean cuts to go with your professional stitching whether they are decorative or you are using it to stitch denim.

It has a lot to offer the experienced sewer but won’t take a lot for the beginner to get to grips with it.

Best Value: Singer 14CG754 Serger 2-3-4 Thread Capability

Up there with the best Singer serger machines, the 14CG754 gives you plenty of options via the 2-3-4 thread capability, among other features.

There is everything from adjustable stitch length to color-coded lay-in to make it easy to set up.

Even though it is reasonably priced, you still get a big 1,300 stitches per minute.

With a free-arm capability, you can sew cuffs and make repairs to cylinder-shaped materials

 There are also 4 built-in rolled hems that you can change with a simple switch mechanism.

With adjustable tension and plenty of accessories, including spare needles, a spreader, a screwdriver, and a hardcover, it is a great value option.

A reliable LED light makes it easy to work with dark fabrics, and a carry handle makes it easy to take it to a lesson or from the cupboard to the table.

The 4-thread overlock is faster than a lot of people might anticipate for the price, but given the reputation of Singer serger machines, we’re not surprised.

Best All-round: Brother Serger, DZ1234, Metal Frame Overlock Machine

Brother has quality Serger overlock machines.

This one has a sturdy metal frame that reduces vibrations and increases reliability.

As with many of the products on our list, it is capable of 1,300 stitches per minute but also offers 3/4 threading options.

The color-coded threading guide makes it easy to set up, and you can adjust the stitch width between 3 and 7 mm.

Brother also throws in 3 presser feet so you can use it for different stitches.

The product is easy to use, with every dial self-explanatory.

For those who need a little more help, you get access to the tutorial video with the included DVD as well as an instruction manual.

There is also built-in storage so you can keep all your sewing essentials tucked away but within reach. It is a serger machine for beginners and experts alike.

Best Package: Janome 8002D Serger Includes Bonus Accessories

Often described as one of the best Serger machines for beginners, the 800D enhances Janome’s strong reputation for making reliable machines.

This is a bonus pack, so a needle threader and two packs of needles of different sizes are included in the price.

This is great for getting through different fabrics to use the 3 or 4-thread operation on many projects.

There is a built-in rolled hem feature that means you don’t have to change the plate and the color-coded threading chart makes it easy to set up to start afresh.

Many people say this is one of the quietest serger machines.

With an extra high-pressure foot lifter and adjustable stitch lengths, it makes life easier for the user.

At 1,300 stitches per minute, it has the power to speed up a long project, although it doesn’t offer a free arm option.

Best For Cover Stitches: Brother, 2340CV, Advanced Serger

Although we’ve examined some impressive Serger machines, Brother comes up again with its advanced version.

When using it, you can create a variety of cover stitches on different fabrics.

Like all the other reputable products out there, it offers color-coded threading.

The looper threading system is a little easier to use than some of the others, so getting started is simple.

Although it doesn’t have as much power as some of the other machines, it should still be considered, as it can perform 1,100 stitches per minute.

The side dial allows you to adjust the stitch length, and two presser feet, blind stitch and gather, are included.

It includes a range of useful accessories, including a needle set, spool caps, a cleaning brush, spool mats, thread nets, and a soft cover to keep it from dust when in storage.

Also included is a 25-year limited warranty, which seems standard for Brother Serger overlock machines.