Will the Janome HD2200 help you deliver your creative ambitions?
We put the Janome HD2200 through its paces in our extensive testing process! Read on to find out if this is the machine for you, whether you're a beginner seeking your first sewing machine or looking to upgrade.
Summary
A sturdy heavy-duty machine that’s ideal for beginners and for using in sewing classes.
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About this expert: Anna-Lisa De’Ath
Anna-Lisa De’Ath has been sewing for over forty years. Following a degree in fashion at Central St Martins School of Art, she has worked as a magazine editor specialising in homes, interiors and crafts and has produced sewing and craft projects for magazines such as Your Home, HomeStyle, Bella, Prima and Good Housekeeping.
When she’s not writing, styling and producing features for interiors magazines, she teaches craft and sewing workshops from her studio in Somerset.
How we tested the Janome HD2200
We thoroughly tested the sewing machine's setup, accessory attachment, and stitching capabilities, exploring a range of fabrics—viscose to denim—to assess its performance across different materials and stitch options.
Is the Janome HD2200 good value for money?
This heavy duty machine is super sturdy, making it ideal for schools or if you teach sewing classes as it offers all the basic functions.
It retails at £459, which we feel is good value considering how robust this machine is.
Coming with a two-year warranty, there’s an option to extend this by one, two or three years at a cost of £10 per year.
Abundant Accessories
Although it comes with a good choice of feet and accessories for beginners, there’s a comprehensive range of optional extras.
These include a darning/embroidery foot, button sewing foot, bias binder foot and ditch quilting foot amongst others.
Accessible Replacement Parts
Replacement parts are available from Janome’s website, while their network of trusted retail partners offer replacement parts and servicing.
What are the Janome HD2200 features & stitch options?
Machine Design and Size
- Horizontal Full Rotary Hook
- Free Arm / Flat Bed Conversion
- Top Loading Design
- Compact Dimensions: W390 x D180 x H290mm
- Weight: 8kg
Performance and Speed
- Superior Feed System (SFS) / 7 Piece Feed Dog
- Maximum Sewing Speed: 900 s.p.m. (approx.)
- Stitch Length: 4mm/ Stitch Width: 6.5mm
Convenient Operation
- Comprehensive Instruction Book
- Foot Control for Hands-free Operation
- Snap-on Feet for Easy Attachment
- Horizontal Type Spool Pin
- Manual Tension Control
Built-in Stitches and Functions
- 22 Built-in Stitches, including 1 Step Buttonhole
- Drop Feed Functionality
- Twin Needle Facility
Mobility and Storage
- Carry Handle for Portability
- Protective Hard Cover for Storage
Quilting and Accessories
- Quilting Guide Bar
- Spare Spool Pin for Convenience, 4 x Bobbins and Needles
- Various Feet Options: Blind Hem, Buttonhole, Auto Sliding Buttonhole, Standard, Zipper, Satin Stitch, Overedge and Straight Stitch Foot for Precision
Tools and Maintenance
- Large and Small Spool Holders
- Lint Brush and Small Screwdriver
- Seam Ripper for Corrections
Stitch options include
- 200 stitch options including 9 buttonholes, alphabet stitches with five fonts, pictorial and word stitches
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Is the Janome HD2200 easy to use?
We found setting up the HD2200 to be a breeze, thanks to clear threading guides and a convenient stitch reference chart inside the lid.
User-Friendly Display
When choosing stitches, we liked how the front display provides recommendations for the presser foot, stitch width, and length. This eliminated the need to constantly refer to the manual, making it ideal for beginners.
Comprehensive Manual
While the manual is excellent, offering clear and easy-to-follow instructions, the pattern selection dial felt slightly clunky to turn, a minor critique.
Versatile Stitching Options
Boasting 22 built-in stitches and a 1-step buttonhole, this machine caters to everyday sewing needs.
The drop feed feature is perfect for free-motion embroidery, offering flexibility for various projects.
Circular Sewing and Storage
We liked how the extension table slides off for circular sewing tasks, as it makes it more versatile. The incorporated storage compartments in the lid, and the extension table compartment offer convenient space for various feet and accessories.
How well did the Janome HD2200 perform?
The HD2200 showcased excellent performance on both lightweight and heavyweight fabrics, maintaining a quiet operation. Its robust build provided stability, preventing any movement or juddering, even during heavy denim sewing.
Performance Specifications
With a maximum stitch length of 4mm, width of 6.5mm, and approximately 900 stitches per minute, the HD2200 handles everything from dressmaking to curtain projects. Twin needle capability and full mechanical operation make it a great choice for those averse to computerized machines.
Effortless Buttonhole Creation
Crafting buttonholes became a breeze with the one-step buttonhole function, offering simplicity in setup. The machine includes a variety of feet, such as standard, buttonhole, blind hem stitch, zipper, satin stitch, and overedge feet.
Convenient Foot Change
We found changing feet to be a seamless process, thanks to the quick and easy push-button release. The machine's dedicated and labelled foot storage compartments, along with extra space in the extension table compartment, added to the user-friendly experience.
Versatile Stitch Options
Ideal for dressmakers seeking embellishments, the machine provides an array of decorative stitches, including satin, smocking, shell tuck, and pin tuck stitches. Additional offerings include fagotting and quilting stitches, with a quilting guide bar for evenly spaced rows.
Where to buy the Janome HD2200
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Our verdict: Should you buy the Janome HD2200?
If you want a sturdy entry-level machine this is a great buy, especially if you want a machine that can cope with heavy duty projects or if you want a machine to teach sewing classes with.
It comes with plenty of accessories for all your basic sewing needs and boasts 22 stitches and a buttonhole stitch, so it’s well appointed to handle all your day to day sewing projects, as well as being easy to programme.
Although it has a metal body, it only weighs 10kg and has a hard case, so it’s still easy to carry around and it comes with a two-year warranty for peace of mind.
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