Product Comparison: Brother AE1700 vs Brother LX17


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General Specifications
Brand
Brother
Brother
Model
AE1700
LX17
Origin
Vietnam
Vietnam
About the Product
The Brother AE1700 is a traditional metal chassis sewing machine featuring 17 stitches, perfect for dress making and home furnishings. It's suitable for all ages whether you're new to sewing or a seasoned pro!
The LX17 is a great sewing companion for beginners. Alterations and patches come easy with this machine, which offers a blend of reliability and dexterity for everyday sewing projects.
Key Specs
Number of Stitches
17
17
Sewing Speed
1000 stitches per minute
750 stitches per minute
Max. stitch length
4 mm.
4 mm.
Type of Shuttle
Vertical
Vertical
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Brother AE1700 Sewing Machine
  • It has a good range of stitch patterns and buttoning modes at this price point.
  • It's a nice size and has some good stitch choices.
  • It does simple stitching, hemming, and basic embroidery with ease.
  • All the stitch options are great and work a treat.
  • Easy to use for a beginner with enough variations of stitches.
Brother LX17 Sewing Machine
  • Good basic range of stitches.
  • It has a good choice of stitches to use.
  • It has enough basic stitches for most average persons.
  • It is very smooth and easy to use.
  • Good quality and easy to use.
Size & Weight
Height
14.56 in.
14.17 in.
Width
17.5 in.
17.32 in.
Depth
7.63 in.
7.5 in.
Weight
14.66 lbs.
14.55 lbs.
Features
Speed Controller
Foot speed control
Foot speed control
Free Arm
Yes
Yes
Locking Stitch Button
No
No
Easy Reverse Button
No
No
Thread Tension
Manual
Manual
Buttonhole Sewing
Automatic
Automatic
Knee Lift
No
No
Adjustments
Stitch Selection Dial, Manual Thread Tension, Reverse stitch lever
Stitch Selection Dial, Manual Thread Tension, Reverse stitch lever
Included Presser Feet
All-Purpose Foot, Zipper Foot, Buttonhole Foot, Button Sewing Foot, Zigzag Foot
All-Purpose Foot, Zipper Foot, Buttonhole Foot, Button Sewing Foot, Zigzag Foot
Extras
Four-Step Buttonhole, Twin Needle, Top Drop In Bobbin, Automatic bobbin winding
LED Lighting, Top Drop In Bobbin, Twin Needle, Four-Step Buttonhole
What customers say about "Features"
Brother AE1700 Sewing Machine
  • Top loading bobbin is great.
  • Brilliant and sturdy machine, sews neatly and accurately.
  • Lots of different stitches and easy to use.
  • Great little machine. Easy to use and runs very smoothly.
  • This machine runs smoothly and quietly.
Brother LX17 Sewing Machine
  • Good features on this machine, easy to thread, good instructions.
  • Relatively quiet and smooth.
  • Surprisingly robust machine, very easy to use.
  • Great simple machine, never had a problem.
  • Difficult to get correct tension.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
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