Lockstitch comparison
MAQI LS0303Ft-II vs MAQI LS5490-4C: which lockstitch machine should you buy?
A side-by-side look at two lockstitch machines from our catalog: the specifications each one lists, where they differ, and which kind of production each suits. Both are used for garments, wovens.
MAQI LS0303Ft-II
MAQI's LS0303Ft-II is an electronic top-and-bottom-feed lockstitch machine with stepper-motor control, silent electronic reverse stitching, nine built-in stitch patterns, voice-guided one-touch operation, and a round-knife thread trimmer.
MAQI LS5490-4C
MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
Key differences
- Series: MAQI LS0303Ft-II — Lockstitch, electronic top-and-bottom feed; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic.
- Availability: MAQI LS0303Ft-II — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Specifications side by side
| Specification | MAQI LS0303Ft-II | MAQI LS5490-4C |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Lockstitch, electronic top-and-bottom feed | Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic |
| Motor | Stepper motor control | — |
| Reverse stitching | Electronic needle pitch, silent | — |
| Stitch patterns | 9 built-in patterns | — |
| Operation | Voice navigation, one-touch | — |
| Thread trimmer | Round knife | — |
| Availability | Order on request | Order on request |
| Presser foot | — | Servo-driven upper differential, dedicated pleating foot |
| Lower feed | — | Dual-rack lower differential mechanism |
| Pleat programming | — | Digital, programmable up to 9 segments |
Highlighted rows differ. A dash means the catalog does not list that specification for the machine; ask us and we will confirm it.
Which one fits your work?
Choose the MAQI LS0303Ft-II if…
MAQI's LS0303Ft-II is an electronic top-and-bottom-feed lockstitch machine with stepper-motor control, silent electronic reverse stitching, nine built-in stitch patterns, voice-guided one-touch operation, and a round-knife thread trimmer.
- Voice-guided one-touch operation
- Silent electronic reverse
Choose the MAQI LS5490-4C if…
MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
- Servo upper differential foot
- Digital, segmented pleat control
Swami Enterprises stocks MAQI machines as a stocking partner. Bring your own fabric to the Chanakya Place showroom and sew on both before you decide.
Questions buyers ask
What is the difference between the MAQI LS0303Ft-II and the MAQI LS5490-4C?
Series: MAQI LS0303Ft-II — Lockstitch, electronic top-and-bottom feed; MAQI LS5490-4C — Lockstitch, upper differential, four-automatic. Availability: MAQI LS0303Ft-II — Order on request; MAQI LS5490-4C — Order on request. Call to confirm today's stock.
Which is better, the MAQI LS0303Ft-II or the MAQI LS5490-4C?
It depends on your fabric, operation and daily volume. The MAQI LS0303Ft-II is described as: MAQI's LS0303Ft-II is an electronic top-and-bottom-feed lockstitch machine with stepper-motor control, silent electronic reverse stitching, nine built-in stitch patterns, voice-guided one-touch operation, and a round-knife thread trimmer. The MAQI LS5490-4C is described as: MAQI's LS5490-4C is an upper-differential intelligent flat sewing machine built for pleating and gathering work — a servo-driven upper differential presser foot, a dual-rack lower differential mechanism, and digital pleat programming across up to 9 segments.
What is the price of the MAQI LS0303Ft-II and the MAQI LS5490-4C?
Prices depend on the model, quantity and the day. Call +91 99713 36656 or request a quote for today's price on either machine.
Can I see both machines before buying?
Yes. Visit the showroom at Chanakya Place, New Delhi. Call +91 99713 36656 first so the team can confirm which models are on display and in stock.
Not sure which to pick?
Tell us your fabric, operation and daily volume. A specialist will recommend one, with today's price.