Louet Erica vs Ashford Brooklyn table loom
This page compares the Louet Erica loom vs the Ashford Brooklyn Table loom
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This page compares the Louet Erica loom vs the Ashford Brooklyn Table loom
Strengths
Portability & foldability – Erica folds flat (even with warp on) for easy transport and compact storage, making it ideal for classes, travel, or small spaces.
Expandable harnesses – It ships with 2 shafts and can be expanded to 3 or 4 shafts with additional extensions, giving flexibility for more complex weave structures.
Larger weave width options – Available in both ~30 cm (12″) and ~50 cm (20″) widths, so you can choose a broader weaving capacity.
Better shed & tension – Designed to offer more even tension and a larger shed compared to rigid heddle looms, which is helpful for consistent weaving.
Lower starting price point – Base 2-shaft Erica models often start at around $500-$600 USD.
Potential Limitations
Base configuration is 2 shafts, so reaching 4 shafts costs extra with additional accessories.
Fold-flat design is excellent for portability, but some weavers feel the finished wood needs waxing/finishing before use.
Strengths
4-shaft standard – Unlike Erica’s base 2-shaft model, the Brooklyn comes standard as a 4-shaft table loom, letting you weave a wider range of patterns right out of the box.
Good value for a new 4-shaft loom – Priced around $685 USD (about $865 CAD) for a new 4-shaft unit, making it a reasonable entry point among brand-new 4-shaft looms.
Built with standard accessories included – Includes 4 shafts with adequate Texsolv heddles and a 10-dent stainless steel reed — a practical setup for multi-shaft weaving.
Reliable for multi-shaft patterns – A 4-shaft loom lets you weave overshot, twills, crackle, and other complex structures easily compared to 2-shaft looms.
Potential Limitations
Does not fold flat for storage/transport like Erica — it’s compact but more of a fixed setup.
Smaller footprint and lighter construction mean that some users might prefer sturdier builds for heavier yarns or very dense warps.
Typically, only offered in a ~40 cm (16″) weaving width.
Feature
Louet Erica
Ashford Brooklyn
Base shafts
2 (expandable to 4)
4 included
Foldability / Portability
✔️ Folds flat
❌ Does not fold flat
Weaving widths available
~30 cm or ~50 cm options
Typically, ~40 cm (16″)
Price (starter)
Lower starting price (~$500-$600+ USD)
Mid-range for 4-shaft (~$685 USD)
Best for
Beginners → intermediate; travel; class loom
Beginners → multi-shaft focus; pattern weaving
Pick Louet Erica if you want lightweight, highly portable design with the flexibility to expand harnesses later — especially great for travel, small spaces, or upgrading from rigid heddle.
Pick Ashford Brooklyn if you want a full 4-shaft loom out of the box at a reasonable price and plan to focus on pattern weaving without extra accessories.
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