E-Spinners: Electric Spinning Wheels

An e-spinner replaces the drive wheel and treadle with a small motor. You still spin with your hands, only the speed is set with a foot switch. Here are the electric spinners we stock.

Our e-spinners compared

  • Ashford e-Spinner 3 (from €740): very compact, 2 kg, almost silent, 0 to 1800 rpm. Great at home, in classes and on the go.
  • Ashford e-Spinner Super Jumbo (from €868): for chunky yarn and art yarn, 0 to 500 rpm, bobbin holds up to 1.4 kg.
  • Louet Jenn-E (from €913): up to 820 rpm, switchable between Scotch and Irish tension, with bag or wooden case.

Who is an e-spinner for?

An e-spinner takes very little space and fits on any table. It is ideal if you want to spin a lot of yarn, are short on space or find treadling uncomfortable. If you love the feeling of hands and feet working in rhythm, a classic wheel will make you happier. You can learn on either. More in our guide E-spinner: is an electric spinning wheel worth it?

E-spinner FAQ

Can I learn to spin on an e-spinner?

Yes. You learn drafting just like on a wheel, without having to treadle at the same time. Some people even find it easier to start this way.

Which e-spinner is the lightest?

The Ashford e-Spinner 3 at 2 kg. Its 12V motor is also almost silent.

Which e-spinner is best for chunky yarn?

The Ashford e-Spinner Super Jumbo, with a 27 mm orifice and a bobbin for up to 1.4 kg of yarn.

Can I ply with an e-spinner?

Yes. On the e-Spinner 3 and the Jenn-E you switch direction at the push of a button and can ply straight away.