Brother XM1010 Sewing Machine
- 10 built-in stitches, utility and decorative
- 4-step buttonholer sized to the button
- 4 sewing feet, 3 needles, 4 bobbins
- 7 lb, lightweight full-size machine
- 25-year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light, simple Brother for everyday sewing and mending, with a drop-in bobbin and free arm. The short stitch list and step-by-step buttonhole limit it to basic projects.
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ASIN: B01FY3AGM4Model: XM1010Category: Sewing Machines
Overview
Mending a torn seam or hemming a pair of trousers is the daily job for this light Brother, which selects its stitches from a single dial. A threading diagram is printed on the machine, and the drop-in top bobbin resists jams.
Low weight, a free arm and a long warranty make it a low-stakes first machine. It has no automatic threader and only a handful of stitches.
Who it's for
Students and households that sew a few times a month get a machine that is easy to store. Sewists planning quilts or decorative work will want more stitches.
Pros and cons
- Drop-in jam-resistant top bobbin
- Threading diagram on the machine
- Automatic bobbin winder
- Free arm for cuffs and sleeves
- Buttonhole takes four steps
- No automatic needle threader listed
- Few decorative stitches
Performance notes
Stitch choice comes from one selector, so setup is quick and hard to get wrong. Buttonholes are sized to the button by the buttonhole foot across four steps, which is slower than a one-step system but consistent.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | XM1010 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 7 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5.8 × 15.4 × 12.1 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric, Pedal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 4 sewing feet, darning plate, needles, bobbins, foot controller, power cord, screwdriver, DVD, bilingual manual, quick start guide |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 25 years |
| Other details | |
| Built in stitches | 10 |
| Bobbins | Drop-in top, 4 included |
| Buttonhole | 4-step, auto-sized to the button |
| Free arm | Yes |
| Needles | 3-piece set |
Frequently asked questions
What bobbin system does the Brother XM1010 use?
A jam-resistant drop-in top bobbin, with 4 bobbins included and an automatic bobbin winder.
Does the Brother XM1010 have a one-step buttonhole?
No. It uses a 4-step buttonholer, with the buttonhole foot sizing the hole to your button.
Does the Brother XM1010 include a USB cable?
No. The carton contents note that a USB cable is not included.
Can the Brother XM1010 sew sleeves and cuffs?
Yes. The free arm is meant for cuffs and sleeves.