Brother 4234D review
the most versatile Brother overlocker here

8.1/10 provisional Provisional
Adds 2-thread stitches, a threader and a free arm for cuffs and sleeves. Researched from retailer and maker listings; we have not tested it, and the score is provisional.
you want rolled hems, flatlock and cuffs.
you only need basic 3/4-thread seams.
What owners and reviewers like
- 2, 3 or 4 threads
- Threader
- Free arm
What to watch for
- £220 more than the 2104D
Key specs
| Threads | 2, 3 or 4 |
|---|---|
| Threader | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes |
| Weight | 6.9kg |
How the score breaks down
| Core performance on paper | 2.5 / 3 |
|---|---|
| Ease for beginners | 1.6 / 2 |
| Value | 1.4 / 2 |
| Reliability reports | 1.3 / 1.5 |
| UK support and warranty | 1.3 / 1.5 |
Weights from how we score. Scores are provisional and based on cited sources, not a test.
Price and where to buy
£499 inc VAT (Sewing Machine World, checked 1 Nov 2026)
Sources
All checked 1 November 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.