Brother A65 vs Janome 360DC LE: which mid-range machine?
Two 60-stitch computerised machines £50 apart. Researched from Sewing Machine World listings, 1 November 2026; we have not tested either.
Dot's verdict
Want an automatic thread cutter and speed slider: Brother A65. Want 7mm stitches and adjustable foot pressure: Janome 360DC LE.
Want an automatic thread cutter and speed slider: Brother A65. Want 7mm stitches and adjustable foot pressure: Janome 360DC LE.
Pick Brother Innov-is A65 if
you want automation: thread cutter, speed slider, hard case. £479 (Sewing Machine World, 1 Nov 2026).
Pick Janome 360DC LE if
you want 7mm width and foot-pressure control. £529 (Sewing Machine World, 1 Nov 2026).
The big difference
Both have 60 stitches. The A65 adds an automatic thread cutter and speed slider; the 360DC LE adds a 7mm width, SFS 7-piece feed and adjustable foot pressure.
Warranty
Brother lists 3 years on many models at this dealer; Janome lists 2 years.
Side by side
| Brother Innov-is A65 | Janome 360DC LE | |
|---|---|---|
| Stitches | 60, 6 buttonholes | 60 incl. 7 buttonholes |
| Thread cutter | Automatic | Not listed |
| Max width | 5mm-class | 7mm |
| Weight | 6.5kg | 5.6kg |
| Price (1 Nov 2026) | £479 | £529 |
Sources
All checked 1 November 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.