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February 19, 2026
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Tufting Machine Model |
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Pile types created |
Cut |
Cut and Loop |
Cut and Loop |
Cut and Loop |
Cut and Loop |
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Ease of use |
Very easy |
Very easy |
Very easy |
Very Easy |
Medium to Difficult |
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Difficulty to change pile height
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Very difficult |
Very easy |
Medium difficult |
N/A |
Medium difficult |
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Pile height ranges |
.275" - .70" (7-18mm) |
.157" - .55" (4-13mm) |
low pile Cut: .275 - .70" (7 - 18mm) Loop: .157 - .55" (4 - 13mm) _________ medium pile 20-30 mm _________ high pile 35-45 mm |
Only tufts at 16mm |
.78" - 2.36" (20 - 60mm) |
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Weight |
3 lbs (1.4kgs) |
3 lbs (1.4kgs) |
3 lbs (1.4kgs) |
3 lbs (1.4 kgs) |
4 lbs 10 oz (2.88 kgs) |
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Electricity compatibility |
110v - 220v |
110v - 220v |
110v - 220v |
110v-220v |
110v - 220v |
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Air compressor required? |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Yes |
Want to see each machine in action? The following video demonstrates all four of the tufting machines we sell.
June 23, 2026
The AK5 is Tuft the World's newest electric tufting machine, featuring an ultra-quiet Japanese precision motor, a digital speed readout, and an LED work light. It tufts both cut and loop pile at a fixed 16 mm pile height — ideal for beginners and apartment tufters.
June 23, 2026
Choosing your first (or next) tufting machine is the most important decision you'll make as a tufter. Here's a plain-English breakdown of every machine Tuft the World sells, who each one is for, and which we'd recommend for your goals.