Sewing Machines Direct Reviews 

20,998
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Looking at 727 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the incredibly fast delivery, with many receiving their orders the very next day. People consistently find the products, including ex-display items, to be of excellent quality, often appearing brand new and offering great value. Reviewers appreciate the helpful service, competitive pricing, and clear communication, making their purchasing experience positive. However, some customers also noted that they received products with defects, such as a bent needle, faulty tension, or machines tearing fabric.

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Delivery service

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Product

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Service

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Five stars! Ordered a display stock Husqvarna sewing machine at a fantastic price and it was delivered the next day. Despite being ex display, the sewing machine looks brand new. No scratches, mark... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The website was extremely informative. It gave an in depth description of every product and I was therefore able to order the item best suited for my needs. I was also very impressed by the after sal... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic and above all honest. I can't recommend this company more highly..special shout out to Russell who gave honest feed back on a sewing machine I was interested in and was extremely helpful... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cheaper machines than anywhere else I looked and same day dispatch, delivered by DPD the next day. Fantastic service! Not so impressed with DPD just knocking and leaving on the doorstep. I know it sa... See more


Company details

  1. Sewing Machine Store
  2. Appliance Store
  3. Electronics Store
  4. Hobby Store
  5. Sewing Machine Repair Service
  6. Sewing Shop

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Sewing Machines Direct (SMD) is a family-run business that has supplied sewing machines and associated products since 1960. We specialise in supplying sewing machines, overlockers, embellishers, embroidery machines, sewing/embroidery machines, steam presses, roller presses and various sewing accessories. We are aware that in today's increasingly competitive environment, it is important that we continue to focus our efforts in maintaining the first class customer service that we try to provide. Feedback lets us know what we are doing well and also what we can do better. Receiving feedback from customers and also by the amount of repeat and recommended business we receive, we feel that we are going some way to achieving our goals and that our efforts are being recognised and appreciated.

First class customer service is our number 1 priority.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Recommended

I had my first brother innovis from Sewing Machines Direct 23 years ago! It had just one repair 10 years ago but it finally gave up on me last year. I had been using another mechanical machine since but there is nothing like a computerised one. The offer on the A60 is excellent value . It is a superb machine . The free sewing thread and scissors set are a really generous bonus.

May 17, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A lovely experience

Russell was extremely helpful on the phone with me at 5:30pm on a Friday. He helped me change my thoughts on which model to buy based on my needs. Also very friendly.

The package was well packed and delivered exactly when promised.

A family business which was a big reason for me to buy from them to support in my own little way.

Thank you!

May 15, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class service

First class service. Bought my present machine from them and they will be my first choice for anything else. Servicing and repairs cannot be faulted. No hesitation in recommending them. They arranged pick up and delivery making life so much easier. Thank you.

May 19, 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Order of cotton

Small order but came very quickly and was exactly as I expected. I did find the delivery a little expensive but I guess the reasonable cost of the cotton made up for it

May 14, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service, excellent delivery and product

Thank you so much, ordered my daughter her first sewing machine. Everything from choice of selection, explanation of functions, ordering and brilliant delivery service were exceptional.
Very impressed and the sewing machine is just perfect for a starting machine.
Many thanks

May 13, 2026
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Bent needle

Delivery was great. Customer service brilliant when contacted about accessory bundle.
Only problem was the needle inserted in machine was bent and took me ages to realise why it wouldn’t go down into the bobbin.

May 13, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Right from the start the communication…

Right from the start the communication with this company was great. I emailed with an enquiry and got a prompt reply from Russell, the Director. I followed this up with a phone call and Russell answered all my questions. I placed an order and my sewing machine was delivered the next day. What great service!
Nice to ring up and have a person reply instead of pressing endless buttons and joining endless queues.

May 13, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent company and machine

I was looking for a sewing/quilting machine. I had been doing some research and narrowed my choices. I then stumbled on a Brother machine that had the same spec. I rang Sewing Machines Direct and they answered all my questions re the machine. I placed my order with them online. As promised the machine was dispatched the same day and delivered the following day. I'm very happy with the company, knowledge, reassurance, warranty and product provided. Would definitely recommend to others based on my personal experience.

May 13, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very happy with SMD

I ordered an overlocker. Great deal, came with a free carry holdall for it as well. From ordering to delivery it was quick. The machine was very securely packaged abd a bonus, it was already threaded! Very happy with SMD.

April 28, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this company and the way I was treated

Love this company and the way I was treated. I spoke to Russell over the phone, as I had put wrong information in the order form, he sorted this out super quick and my order was made. It even got delivered the very next day.

I will recommend this company to my sewing friends without hesitation. Love my new machine.

May 16, 2026
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