Is the Presto II good for beginners?

Yes. The LCD screen, built-in needle threader and quick-set bobbin remove the two most common beginner frustrations. The 100 stitches give room to grow without overwhelming menus.

Can it quilt a large bed quilt?

It pieces quilts well, but the throat space is modest, so quilting a full-size quilt in one pass is cramped. Many owners quilt in sections or use a longarm for the finishing.

No. The Presto II is a sewing and quilting machine only; it has no embroidery arm or hoop support.

How fast is it compared with basic machines?

At 850 stitches per minute it is considerably faster than typical mechanical starter machines, which helps on long seams and repetitive piecing.

What comes in the box?

The machine ships with standard sewing feet, bobbins, a seam ripper and the usual basic accessories. Buyers who want specialty feet usually add them separately.

Is it a good upgrade from a mechanical machine?

Yes, if you want speed, automatic needle threading and push-button stitch selection. If you mainly need decorative stitches or embroidery, look at a higher-tier model.

What do buyers say about the Baby Lock Presto II Sewing & Quilting Machine?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 60 ratings.

Where can I buy the Baby Lock Presto II Sewing & Quilting Machine?

21 stores we checked sell it, including B-Sew Inn, Meissner Sewing and Vacuum, Missouri Star Quilt Company, Sew It Online, Sewingmachinesplus.com.

Baby Lock Presto II Sewing & Quilting Machine

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At Rocky Mountain Sewing & Vacuum, for $949.00, as of our latest check.

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What reviewers say

4.8 / 560 ratings

Owners rate the Presto II very highly, calling it reliable and easy to use. They single out smooth, quiet stitching, the needle threader and the quick-set bobbin. A few wish it came with more accessories or more room for big quilts.

What people mention

Stitch qualityPraisedOwners say stitches come out even and consistent across fabric types.
NoisePraisedReviewers describe it as quiet and smooth-running.
SetupPraisedThreading and bobbin loading are quick thanks to the built-in threader and quick-set bobbin.
AccessoriesCriticisedSome owners feel the included feet and extras are sparse for the price class.
Quilting spaceMixedIt handles quilt piecing well, but the throat area is tight for large quilts.

About the Baby Lock Presto II Sewing & Quilting Machine

The Baby Lock Presto II is a sewing and quilting machine with 100 built-in stitches, including utility, decorative and stretch stitches. It sews at up to 850 stitches per minute, which suits large projects such as a king-size quilt. Stitches can be combined to create specialty stitches.

An LCD screen is used to select stitches and adjust stitch length and width. The machine has four built-in alphabets for adding letters, such as nametags, to a project. A drop feed system allows free-motion quilting.

The bobbin is top-loading with a quick-set system: drop it in, guide the thread through the groove, and the machine does the rest. The machine also has a built-in needle threader and an automatic thread cutter. Push buttons reverse the stitch, set the needle up or down, and start or stop sewing without a foot control.

Built-in stitches

100 (utility, decorative and stretch)

Sewing speed

Up to 850 stitches per minute

Display

LCD screen, 2.4" x 1.3"

Alphabets

4 built-in

Bobbin

Quick-set, top-loading

Needle threader

Built-in