At Tuftingshop, we offer the newest and best quality tufting guns on the market. Our comparison table provides an overview of popular tufting guns, including their cut/loop capabilities, pile height, weight, and experience level. We recommend the AK-I for beginners, with a simple design and a pile height range of 7-21mm. The AK Duo is versatile with both cut and loop capabilities and a pile height range of 5-18mm. For those who require a stronger motor, the ZQ and KRD machines may be a better fit. Pneumatic machines like the AK III and ZQ III are recommended for high pile rugs. Consider your experience level and desired pile height range when selecting a tufting gun, and trust Tuftingshop to provide the highest quality tools for your fiber art projects.
| Tufting gun | Cut or Loop | Pile height | Weight | Experience Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK-I | Cut | 7-21mm | Light | Easy |
| AK-II | Loop | 4-14mm | Light | Easy |
| AK Duo | Both | 5-18mm | Light | Medium-Hard |
| KRD I | Both | 5-18mm | Light/medium | Medium |
| ZQ II | Both | 9-18mm | Heavy | Medium |
| ZQ III (pneumatic) | Both | up to 70mm | Heavy | Medium-Hard |
| AK III (pneumatic) | Both | up to 70mm | Light | Medium-Hard |