Machine stitched is a fast and inexpensive technology that is more commonly used for cheaper and lower quality balls. During production, panels are sewed together with a particular sewing machine and tiny micro-stitches.

The seams aren’t as deep and strong as the hand-stitched, which means the stitching isn’t as durable. There’re exposed seams that will be easily stretch and will potentially tear. As with the hand-stitched ball, the machine-stitched ball will be heavier and waterlogged in the wet due to the exposed seams.

Machine stitched soccer balls are great for younger players because they are lighter in weight, easier to head and are softer when they hit you. They are also much cheaper, making this a great choice for school training and promotion.