Best Embroidery and Sewing-Embroidery Machines (2026)

Embroidery-only and sewing-embroidery combo machines compared on official manufacturer specification tables. We score official embroidery field area (official width times official height, labelled computed), official built-in embroidery design count, official maximum embroidery speed and official built-in sewing stitch count. We do not substitute sewing speed for a missing embroidery speed. Missing official figures are shown as Not listed and score at the category minimum. There are no prices, ratings or stitch-out tests.

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Top pick

Brother EV1

Score 8.3/10 · Check price

Why it wins: official field 11 5/8” x 18 1/4”, 2075 official built-in designs, 852 official sewing stitches. Official field computes to 212.16 sq in. Official table lists 2,075 built-in embroidery designs.

Also great: Brother XP2 (8.3) · Brother XP3 (8.3)

8.3/10

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Product	Score	Official embroidery area (computed)	Official built-in embroidery designs	Official maximum embroidery speed	Official built-in sewing stitches	Best for	Price	Buy
1 B Brother EV1	8.3/10	212.16 sq in	2075 designs	Not listed	852 stitches	official field 11 5/8” x 18 1/4”, 2075 official built-in designs, 852 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
2 B Brother XP2	8.3/10	170 sq in	1322 designs	Not listed	824 stitches	official field 10 5/8" x 16", 1322 official built-in designs, 824 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
3 B Brother XP3	8.3/10	170 sq in	1554 designs	Not listed	869 stitches	official field 10 5/8" x 16", 1554 official built-in designs, 869 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
4 P Pfaff Creative icon 3 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	8.1/10	314 sq in	920 designs	Not listed	870 stitches	official field 450 x 450 mm, 920 official built-in designs, 870 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
5 P Pfaff creative icon 2 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	7.9/10	195.96 sq in	873 designs	Not listed	800 stitches	official field 13.8 x 14.2" (350 x 360 mm), 873 official built-in designs, 800 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
6 P Pfaff Creative Performance 950 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	7.9/10	195.96 sq in	840 designs	Not listed	800 stitches	official field 14.2" x 13.8" (350 x 360mm), 840 official built-in designs, 800 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
7 BL Baby Lock Luna	7.8/10	112 sq in	914 designs	850 SPM	792 stitches	official field 8" x 14", 914 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM, 792 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
8 BL Baby Lock Radiance	7.7/10	212.16 sq in	1858 designs	1050 SPM	Not listed	official field 11 5/8" x 18 1/4", 1858 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
9 B Brother XV8550D	7.7/10	133 sq in	982 designs	Not listed	726 stitches	official field 9.5" x 14", 982 official built-in designs, 726 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
10 B Brother XJ2	7.5/10	133 sq in	889 designs	Not listed	760 stitches	official field 9.5" x 14", 889 official built-in designs, 760 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
11 B Brother XJ1	7.0/10	133 sq in	727 designs	Not listed	727 stitches	official field 9.5" x 14", 727 official built-in designs, 727 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
12 B Brother BX1	6.7/10	112 sq in	774 designs	Not listed	754 stitches	official field 14" x 8", 774 official built-in designs, 754 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
13 BL Baby Lock Meridian 2	6.0/10	133 sq in	494 designs	1050 SPM	Not listed	official field 9.5" X 14", 494 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
14 BL Baby Lock Ursa	6.0/10	112 sq in	914 designs	850 SPM	Not listed	official field 8" x 14", 914 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
15 P Pfaff creative 4.5 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	5.6/10	195.96 sq in	270 designs	Not listed	480 stitches	official field 13.8" x 14.2" (350 x 360mm), 270 official built-in designs, 480 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
16 P Pfaff creative expression 750 Sewing and Embroidery Machine	5.6/10	195.96 sq in	Not listed	Not listed	730 stitches	official field 13.8" x 14.2" (360 x 350mm), 730 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
17 B Brother VM5200	5.1/10	96 sq in	318 designs	Not listed	745 stitches	official field 12" x 8", 318 official built-in designs, 745 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
18 BL Baby Lock Reflection	4.8/10	133 sq in	24 designs	1050 SPM	Not listed	official field 9.5" x 14", 24 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
19 BL Baby Lock Aerial	4.5/10	96 sq in	262 designs	1050 SPM	Not listed	official field 8" x 12", 262 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
20 BL Baby Lock Venture 2	4.5/10	110.25 sq in	173 designs	1000 SPM	Not listed	official field 7 7/8" x 14", 173 official built-in designs, 1,000 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
21 B Brother VM5100	4.4/10	84 sq in	318 designs	Not listed	561 stitches	official field 7" x 12", 318 official built-in designs, 561 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
22 B Brother VM6200D	4.2/10	84 sq in	227 designs	Not listed	561 stitches	official field 7" x 12", 227 official built-in designs, 561 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
23 HV Husqvarna Viking DESIGNER SAPPHIRE 85 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	3.6/10	Not listed	Not listed	1000 SPM	680 stitches	1,000 official embroidery SPM, 680 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
24 BL Baby Lock Flare	3.3/10	64.06 sq in	293 designs	850 SPM	Not listed	official field 6.25" x 10.25", 293 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
25 BL Baby Lock Vesta	3.3/10	64.06 sq in	293 designs	850 SPM	Not listed	official field 6.25" x 10.25", 293 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
26 B Brother NQ3700D	3.2/10	60 sq in	313 designs	Not listed	291 stitches	official field 6" x 10", 313 official built-in designs, 291 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
27 P Pfaff creative 3.0 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	3.1/10	80.58 sq in	157 designs	Not listed	254 stitches	official field 10.2" x 7.9" (260 x 200 mm), 157 official built-in designs, 254 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
28 B Brother NQ3600D	3.0/10	60 sq in	233 designs	Not listed	291 stitches	official field 6" x 10", 233 official built-in designs, 291 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
29 B Brother NS2850D	2.3/10	35 sq in	248 designs	Not listed	241 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 248 official built-in designs, 241 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
30 HV Husqvarna Viking DESIGNER TOPAZ 65 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	2.3/10	Not listed	340 designs	850 SPM	Not listed	340 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
31 B Brother SE2000	2.2/10	35 sq in	193 designs	Not listed	241 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 193 official built-in designs, 241 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
32 BL Baby Lock Bloom	2.1/10	35 sq in	342 designs	650 SPM	Not listed	official field 5" x 7", 342 official built-in designs, 650 official embroidery SPM	Check price	View deal
33 B Brother NS2750D	2.0/10	35 sq in	138 designs	Not listed	240 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
34 B Brother SE1900	2.0/10	35 sq in	138 designs	Not listed	240 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
35 B Brother SE1950	2.0/10	35 sq in	138 designs	Not listed	240 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
36 P Pfaff creative expect 350 Sewing & Embroidery Machine	2.0/10	26.13 sq in	180 designs	Not listed	250 stitches	official field 6.7" x 3.9" (170 x 100 mm), 180 official built-in designs, 250 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
37 B Brother SE1800	1.9/10	35 sq in	136 designs	Not listed	184 stitches	official field 5" x 7", 136 official built-in designs, 184 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
38 B Brother NS1850D	1.6/10	16 sq in	200 designs	Not listed	181 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 200 official built-in designs, 181 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
39 B Brother LB5500	1.3/10	16 sq in	135 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
40 B Brother NS1750D	1.3/10	16 sq in	65 designs	Not listed	181 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 65 official built-in designs, 181 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
41 B Brother SE700	1.3/10	16 sq in	135 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
42 B Brother SE725	1.3/10	16 sq in	135 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
43 S Singer Smart Heavy Duty 9120 Sewing and Embroidery Machine	1.3/10	Not listed	Not listed	Not listed	200 stitches	200 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
44 B Brother SE600	1.1/10	16 sq in	80 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
45 B Brother SE625	1.1/10	16 sq in	80 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
46 B Brother SE630	1.1/10	16 sq in	80 designs	Not listed	103 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
47 B Brother LB6800	1.0/10	16 sq in	70 designs	Not listed	67 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
48 B Brother SB7500	1.0/10	16 sq in	70 designs	Not listed	67 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
49 B Brother SE400	1.0/10	16 sq in	70 designs	Not listed	67 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal
50 B Brother SE425	1.0/10	16 sq in	70 designs	Not listed	67 stitches	official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches	Check price	View deal

"Not listed" means the official manufacturer specification table we used does not publish that figure. Prices show "Check price" until a retailer feed provides a current price.

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Every embroidery machine, ranked

#1 · Top pick

Brother EV1

Best for: official field 11 5/8” x 18 1/4”, 2075 official built-in designs, 852 official sewing stitches

8.3/10

What we like

Official field computes to 212.16 sq in
Official table lists 2,075 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 852 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	212.16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	2075 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	852 stitches
Official embroidery field	11 5/8” x 18 1/4”
Official embroidery area (computed)	212.16 sq in (computed from official 11.625" × 18.25")
Official machine weight	16.66 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	29.567" x 13.268" x 13.78"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official sewing lettering fonts	4
Official embroidery fonts	31
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	3 Year Limited Parts & Labor, 6 Year Electronic Components and Printed Circuit Boards, 25 Year Limited Chassis
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Brother XP2

Best for: official field 10 5/8" x 16", 1322 official built-in designs, 824 official sewing stitches

8.3/10

What we like

Official field computes to 170.0 sq in
Official table lists 1,322 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 824 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	170 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	1322 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	824 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	5" x 13.1"
Official embroidery field	10 5/8" x 16"
Official embroidery area (computed)	170.0 sq in (computed from official 10.625" × 16")
Official machine weight	43.21 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	27.16" x 12.67" x 13.74"
Official display	LCD
Official included accessory feet	1/4" Foot , Camera Detecting Buttonhole Foot , Dual Feed (Digital Dual Feed) Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Free-Motion Echo Quilting Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Couching Dual Feed Foot , Free-Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , M…
Official embroidery fonts	24
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
Source note	Official work-space field lists 5" x 13.1"; we score the larger official dimension as sewing space to the right of the needle.
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Brother official specifications

Brother XP3

Best for: official field 10 5/8" x 16", 1554 official built-in designs, 869 official sewing stitches

8.3/10

What we like

Official field computes to 170.0 sq in
Official table lists 1,554 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 869 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	170 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	1554 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	869 stitches
Official embroidery field	10 5/8" x 16"
Official embroidery area (computed)	170.0 sq in (computed from official 10.625" × 16")
Official machine weight	43.21 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	27.16" x 12.67" x 13.74"
Official included presser feet (count)	17
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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Pfaff Creative icon 3 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 450 x 450 mm, 920 official built-in designs, 870 official sewing stitches

8.1/10

What we like

Official field computes to 314.0 sq in
Official table lists 920 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 870 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	314 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	920 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	870 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	12.1" (310 mm)
Official embroidery field	450 x 450 mm
Official embroidery area (computed)	314.0 sq in (computed from official 17.72" × 17.72", converted from official millimetres)
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	10.1" (257 mm)
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Pfaff creative icon 2 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 13.8 x 14.2" (350 x 360 mm), 873 official built-in designs, 800 official sewing stitches

7.9/10

What we like

Official field computes to 195.96 sq in
Official table lists 873 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 800 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	873 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	800 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	12.1" (310 mm)
Official embroidery field	13.8 x 14.2" (350 x 360 mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in (computed from official 13.8" × 14.2")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	10.1" (257 mm)
Official sewing fonts	2
Official maximum stitch length	5 mm
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Pfaff official specifications

Pfaff Creative Performance 950 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 14.2" x 13.8" (350 x 360mm), 840 official built-in designs, 800 official sewing stitches

7.9/10

What we like

Official field computes to 195.96 sq in
Official table lists 840 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 800 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	840 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	800 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	12.1" (310 mm)
Official embroidery field	14.2" x 13.8" (350 x 360mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in (computed from official 14.2" × 13.8")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	10.1" diagonal with customizable interface
Official sewing fonts	6
Official maximum stitch length	5 mm
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Baby Lock Luna

Best for: official field 8" x 14", 914 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM, 792 official sewing stitches

7.8/10

What we like

Official field computes to 112.0 sq in
Official table lists 914 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 792 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

Official embroidery area (computed)	112 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	914 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	850 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	792 stitches
Official embroidery field	8" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	112.0 sq in (computed from official 8" × 14")
Official machine weight	31 lb
Official needle threader	Yes
Official thread cutter	Automatic
Official screen size	7" diagonal
Official lighting	3 LED lights
Official maximum stitch length	5mm
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Baby Lock Radiance

Best for: official field 11 5/8" x 18 1/4", 1858 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM

7.7/10

What we like

Official field computes to 212.16 sq in
Official table lists 1,858 built-in embroidery designs
Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,050 SPM

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	212.16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	1858 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	1050 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	11 5/8" x 18 1/4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	212.16 sq in (computed from official 11.625" × 18.25")
Official machine weight	43 lb
Official fonts	38
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Brother XV8550D

Best for: official field 9.5" x 14", 982 official built-in designs, 726 official sewing stitches

7.7/10

What we like

Official field computes to 133.0 sq in
Official table lists 982 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 726 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	133 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	982 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	726 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	5" x 11.25"
Official embroidery field	9.5" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	133.0 sq in (computed from official 9.5" × 14")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	13.7" x 12.7" x 26"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Open Toe Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Stitch Guide Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official embroidery fonts	17
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
Source note	Official work-space field lists 5" x 11.25"; we score the larger official dimension as sewing space to the right of the needle.
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#10

Brother XJ2

Best for: official field 9.5" x 14", 889 official built-in designs, 760 official sewing stitches

7.5/10

What we like

Official field computes to 133.0 sq in
Official table lists 889 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 760 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	133 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	889 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	760 stitches
Official embroidery field	9.5" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	133.0 sq in (computed from official 9.5" × 14")
Official machine weight	59.08 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	26.063"x12.638"x13.701"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	15
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Blind hem stitch/Multi-purpose guide Foot , MuVit Digital Dual Feed Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Free-Motion Echo Quilting Foot , Free-Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot , 1/4" Quilting Foot with Guide , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Mono…
Official sewing lettering fonts	4
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#11

Brother XJ1

Best for: official field 9.5" x 14", 727 official built-in designs, 727 official sewing stitches

7.0/10

What we like

Official field computes to 133.0 sq in
Official table lists 727 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 727 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	133 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	727 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	727 stitches
Official embroidery field	9.5" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	133.0 sq in (computed from official 9.5" × 14")
Official machine weight	59.08 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	12.64" x 26.06" x 13.70"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	13
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Button Fitting Foot , 1/4" Foot , Dual Feed (Digital Dual Feed) Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Free-Motion Echo Quilting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Open Toe Foot , Free-Motion Q…
Official sewing lettering fonts	4
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#12

Brother BX1

Best for: official field 14" x 8", 774 official built-in designs, 754 official sewing stitches

6.7/10

What we like

Official field computes to 112.0 sq in
Official table lists 774 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 754 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	112 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	774 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	754 stitches
Official embroidery field	14" x 8"
Official embroidery area (computed)	112.0 sq in (computed from official 14" × 8")
Official machine weight	62.391 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official unit dimensions	22.72" W x 12.20" H x 11.22" D (machine only) 32.09" W x 12.20" H x 20.63" D (with embroidery unit)
Official included presser feet (count)	13
Official included accessory feet	Dual Feed (Digital Dual Feed) Foot , Free-Motion Open Toe Quilting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Blindstich Foot , Button Fitting Foot , 1/4" Foot , Straight Stitch Foot , Embroidery Foot , Embroidery Couching Foot “Y”
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official embroidery fonts	23
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#13

Baby Lock Meridian 2

Best for: official field 9.5" X 14", 494 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM

6.0/10

What we like

Official field computes to 133.0 sq in
Official table lists 494 built-in embroidery designs
Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,050 SPM

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	133 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	494 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	1050 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	9.5" X 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	133.0 sq in (computed from official 9.5" × 14")
Official machine weight	33.1 lb
Official included hoops	2
Official fonts	30
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#14

Baby Lock Ursa

Best for: official field 8" x 14", 914 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM

6.0/10

What we like

Official field computes to 112.0 sq in
Official table lists 914 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	112 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	914 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	850 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	8" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	112.0 sq in (computed from official 8" × 14")
Official machine weight	28 lb
Official needle threader	Yes
Official thread cutter	Automatic
Official screen size	7" diagonal
Official lighting	3 LED lights
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#15

Pfaff creative 4.5 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 13.8" x 14.2" (350 x 360mm), 270 official built-in designs, 480 official sewing stitches

5.6/10

What we like

Official field computes to 195.96 sq in
Official table lists 270 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 480 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	270 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	480 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	9.8" (250mm)
Official embroidery field	13.8" x 14.2" (350 x 360mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in (computed from official 13.8" × 14.2")
Official machine weight	25.4 lb
Official needle threader	Built in
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	5.7" diagonal
Official sewing fonts	5
Official maximum stitch length	6 mm
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#16

Pfaff creative expression 750 Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 13.8" x 14.2" (360 x 350mm), 730 official sewing stitches

5.6/10

What we like

Official field computes to 195.96 sq in
Official table also lists 730 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in embroidery design count
Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs * 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	Not listed
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	730 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	9.8" (250mm)
Official embroidery field	13.8" x 14.2" (360 x 350mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	195.96 sq in (computed from official 13.8" × 14.2")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	8 in (203 mm)
Official sewing fonts	6
Official maximum stitch length	6 mm
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#17

Brother VM5200

Best for: official field 12" x 8", 318 official built-in designs, 745 official sewing stitches

5.1/10

What we like

Official field computes to 96.0 sq in
Official table lists 318 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 745 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	318 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	745 stitches
Official embroidery field	12" x 8"
Official embroidery area (computed)	96.0 sq in (computed from official 12" × 8")
Official machine weight	34 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	11.2" x 22.5" x 13.1"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#18

Baby Lock Reflection

Best for: official field 9.5" x 14", 24 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM

4.8/10

What we like

Official field computes to 133.0 sq in
Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,050 SPM

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	133 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	24 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	1050 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	9.5" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	133.0 sq in (computed from official 9.5" × 14")
Official machine weight	33.1 lb
Official included hoops	2
Official fonts	32
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#19

Baby Lock Aerial

Best for: official field 8" x 12", 262 official built-in designs, 1,050 official embroidery SPM

4.5/10

What we like

Official field computes to 96.0 sq in
Official table lists 262 built-in embroidery designs
Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,050 SPM

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	96 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	262 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	1050 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	8" x 12"
Official embroidery area (computed)	96.0 sq in (computed from official 8" × 12")
Official machine weight	33.7 lb
Official included hoops	2
Official fonts	19
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#20

Baby Lock Venture 2

Best for: official field 7 7/8" x 14", 173 official built-in designs, 1,000 official embroidery SPM

4.5/10

What we like

Official field computes to 110.25 sq in
Official table lists 173 built-in embroidery designs
Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,000 SPM

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	110.25 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	173 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	1000 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	7 7/8" x 14"
Official embroidery area (computed)	110.25 sq in (computed from official 7.875" × 14")
Official included hoops	4
Official fonts	65
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#21

Brother VM5100

Best for: official field 7" x 12", 318 official built-in designs, 561 official sewing stitches

4.4/10

What we like

Official field computes to 84.0 sq in
Official table lists 318 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 561 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	84 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	318 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	561 stitches
Official embroidery field	7" x 12"
Official embroidery area (computed)	84.0 sq in (computed from official 7" × 12")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#22

Brother VM6200D

Best for: official field 7" x 12", 227 official built-in designs, 561 official sewing stitches

4.2/10

What we like

Official field computes to 84.0 sq in
Official table lists 227 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 561 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	84 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	227 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	561 stitches
Official embroidery field	7" x 12"
Official embroidery area (computed)	84.0 sq in (computed from official 7" × 12")
Official machine weight	52.911 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	7
Official sewing lettering fonts	6
Official drop feed	Automatic
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#23

Husqvarna Viking DESIGNER SAPPHIRE 85 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: 1,000 official embroidery SPM, 680 official sewing stitches

3.6/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery speed of 1,000 SPM
Official table also lists 680 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list an embroidery field size we could measure in inches
Official table we used does not list a built-in embroidery design count

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) * 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs * 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	Not listed
Official built-in embroidery designs	Not listed
Official maximum embroidery speed	1000 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	680 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	250 mm (almost 10")
Official needle threader	Built in
Official thread cutter	Built-In
Official display	8" (177 x 99 mm) Full Color Capacitive Touch Screen, high resolution (1024x600)
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#24

Baby Lock Flare

Best for: official field 6.25" x 10.25", 293 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM

3.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 6.25" x 10.25"
Official table lists 293 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	64.06 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	293 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	850 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	6.25" x 10.25"
Official embroidery area (computed)	64.06 sq in (computed from official 6.25" × 10.25")
Official machine weight	20 lb
Official included hoops	2
Official fonts	14
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#25

Baby Lock Vesta

Best for: official field 6.25" x 10.25", 293 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM

3.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 6.25" x 10.25"
Official table lists 293 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	64.06 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	293 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	850 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	6.25" x 10.25"
Official embroidery area (computed)	64.06 sq in (computed from official 6.25" × 10.25")
Official machine weight	22 lb
Official included hoops	2
Official fonts	14
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#26

Brother NQ3700D

Best for: official field 6" x 10", 313 official built-in designs, 291 official sewing stitches

3.2/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 6" x 10"
Official table lists 313 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 291 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	60 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	313 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	291 stitches
Official embroidery field	6" x 10"
Official embroidery area (computed)	60.0 sq in (computed from official 6" × 10")
Official machine weight	22.05 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official display	LCD
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Open Toe Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Free-Motion Quilting Foot , Stitch Guide Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official embroidery fonts	13
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#27

Pfaff creative 3.0 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 10.2" x 7.9" (260 x 200 mm), 157 official built-in designs, 254 official sewing stitches

3.1/10

What we like

Official field computes to 80.58 sq in
Official table lists 157 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 254 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	80.58 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	157 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	254 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	9.8" (250mm)
Official embroidery field	10.2" x 7.9" (260 x 200 mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	80.58 sq in (computed from official 10.2" × 7.9")
Official needle threader	Built in
Official thread cutter	Auto Snip
Official screen size	3.5" diagonal
Official sewing fonts	4
Official maximum stitch length	6mm
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#28

Brother NQ3600D

Best for: official field 6" x 10", 233 official built-in designs, 291 official sewing stitches

3.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 6" x 10"
Official table lists 233 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 291 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	60 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	233 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	291 stitches
Official embroidery field	6" x 10"
Official embroidery area (computed)	60.0 sq in (computed from official 6" × 10")
Official machine weight	22.5 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official display	LCD
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Open Toe Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Free-Motion Quilting Foot , Stitch Guide Foot
Official embroidery fonts	11
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#29

Brother NS2850D

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 248 official built-in designs, 241 official sewing stitches

2.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 248 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 241 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	248 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	241 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	20.5 lb
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	17.6" x 9.8" x 11.8"
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Quilting Foot , Open Toe Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Stitch Guide Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	13
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#30

Husqvarna Viking DESIGNER TOPAZ 65 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: 340 official built-in designs, 850 official embroidery SPM

2.3/10

What we like

Official table lists 340 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list an embroidery field size we could measure in inches
Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) * 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	Not listed
Official built-in embroidery designs	340 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	850 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official sewing space (specification table)	Almost 10" (250 mm)
Official maximum sewing speed (wording)	Official table lists up to 1,000 stitches per minute
Official maximum embroidery speed (wording)	Official table lists up to 850 stitches per minute
Official needle threader	Easily threads your need every time while saving you time.
Official thread cutter	Cut thread with the touch of a button and can be programmed to cut thread after a seam or sequence.
Official sewing fonts	5 sewing font styles, with upper- and lower-case letter.
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#31

Brother SE2000

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 193 official built-in designs, 241 official sewing stitches

2.2/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 193 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 241 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	193 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	241 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	20.5 lb
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official unit dimensions	9.49" x 17.56" x 11.81"
Official display	LCD
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#32

Baby Lock Bloom

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 342 official built-in designs, 650 official embroidery SPM

2.1/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 342 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a built-in sewing stitch count (embroidery-only machines often omit it)

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches * 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	342 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	650 SPM
Official built-in sewing stitches	Not listed
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official fonts	15
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#33

Brother NS2750D

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches

2.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 138 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 240 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	138 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	240 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	20 lb
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	17.6"x 9.5" x 11.8"
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Zigzag Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Quilting Foot , Open Toe Foot , Stitch Guide Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official warranty wording	2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty
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#34

Brother SE1900

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches

2.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 138 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 240 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	138 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	240 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	22.05 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	No
Official unit dimensions	13.43" x 23.19" x 11.54"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zipper Foot , Zigzag Foot , Stitch Guide Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Open Toe Foot , Embroidery Foot , Blindstich Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official embroidery fonts	6
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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#35

Brother SE1950

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 138 official built-in designs, 240 official sewing stitches

2.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 138 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 240 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	138 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	240 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	22.05 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	13.43" x 23.19" x 11.54"
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Button Sewing Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	5
Official embroidery fonts	3
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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#36

Pfaff creative expect 350 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Best for: official field 6.7" x 3.9" (170 x 100 mm), 180 official built-in designs, 250 official sewing stitches

2.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 6.7" x 3.9" (170 x 100 mm)
Official table lists 180 built-in embroidery designs
Official table also lists 250 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	26.13 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	180 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	250 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	6.5" (165mm)
Official embroidery field	6.7" x 3.9" (170 x 100 mm)
Official embroidery area (computed)	26.13 sq in (computed from official 6.7" × 3.9")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Built-In
Official screen size	7" diagonal
Official sewing fonts	4
Official drop feed	Yes
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#37

Brother SE1800

Best for: official field 5" x 7", 136 official built-in designs, 184 official sewing stitches

1.9/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 5" x 7"
Official table lists 136 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	35 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	136 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	184 stitches
Official embroidery field	5" x 7"
Official embroidery area (computed)	35.0 sq in (computed from official 5" × 7")
Official machine weight	22.05 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	No
Official unit dimensions	13.43" x 23.19" x 11.54"
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zipper Foot , Zigzag Foot , Stitch Guide Foot , Adjustable Zipper/Piping Foot , Non-Stick Foot , Open Toe Foot , Embroidery Foot , Blindstich Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	3
Official embroidery fonts	6
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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#38

Brother NS1850D

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 200 official built-in designs, 181 official sewing stitches

1.6/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"
Official table lists 200 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	200 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	181 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	14.99 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	16.50" x 7.64" x 12.09"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	4
Official embroidery fonts	11
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#39

Brother LB5500

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"
Official table lists 135 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	135 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	15.08 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	7.8" x 16.5" x 12.1"
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	10
Official embroidery fonts	10
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#40

Brother NS1750D

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 65 official built-in designs, 181 official sewing stitches

1.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	65 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	181 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	14.99 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	16.50" x 7.64" x 12.09"
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	7
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	4
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#41

Brother SE700

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"
Official table lists 135 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	135 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	15.06 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	7.76" x 16.50" x 12.09"
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	10
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#42

Brother SE725

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 135 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.3/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"
Official table lists 135 built-in embroidery designs

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	135 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	15 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	7.64" x 16.50" x 12.09"
Official included accessory feet	Button Fitting Foot , Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	10
Official embroidery fonts	10
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#43

Singer Smart Heavy Duty 9120 Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Best for: 200 official sewing stitches

1.3/10

What we like

Official table also lists 200 sewing stitches

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list an embroidery field size we could measure in inches
Official table we used does not list a built-in embroidery design count
Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) * 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs * 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	Not listed
Official built-in embroidery designs	Not listed
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	200 stitches
Official sewing space (specification table)	160 mm
Official maximum sewing speed (wording)	Official table lists up to 900 stitches per minute
Official needle threader	Yes
Official lighting	StayBrightâ¢ LED
Official maximum stitch length	4.5 mm
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#44

Brother SE600

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.1/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	80 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official needle threader	Automatic
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot , Button Sewing Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	9
Official warranty wording	1/5/25 Year Limited Serger Warranty
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#45

Brother SE625

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.1/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	80 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Spring Action Zigzag Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Embroidery Foot , Button Sewing Foot
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#46

Brother SE630

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 80 official built-in designs, 103 official sewing stitches

1.1/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	80 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	103 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official lighting	LED
Official included presser feet (count)	8
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Button Fitting Foot , Zipper Foot , Overcasting Foot , Blindstich Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	9
Official warranty wording	1/2/25 Year Limited Warranty
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#47

Brother LB6800

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches

1.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	70 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	67 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	13.669 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	No
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Zipper Foot , Monogramming Foot , Embroidery Foot , Blindstich Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	0
Official embroidery fonts	5
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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#48

Brother SB7500

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches

1.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	70 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	67 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	13.669 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	10.94" x 6.89" x 15.55"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zipper Foot , Blindstich Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official embroidery fonts	5
Official warranty wording	1/3/25 Year Plus Limited Warranty
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#49

Brother SE400

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches

1.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	70 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	67 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	13.669 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	No
Official unit dimensions	10.94" x 6.89" x 15.55"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zipper Foot , Blindstich Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official sewing lettering fonts	0
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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#50

Brother SE425

Best for: official field 4" x 4", 70 official built-in designs, 67 official sewing stitches

1.0/10

What we like

Official table lists an embroidery field of 4" x 4"

Watch out for

Official table we used does not list a maximum embroidery speed

Score breakdown

Official embroidery area (computed) 30%

Official built-in embroidery designs 25%

Official maximum embroidery speed * 25%

Official built-in sewing stitches 20%

* Not published by the manufacturer; scored at the lowest published value in this category, so an unpublished figure never outranks a published one.

Official embroidery area (computed)	16 sq in
Official built-in embroidery designs	70 designs
Official maximum embroidery speed	Not listed
Official built-in sewing stitches	67 stitches
Official embroidery field	4" x 4"
Official embroidery area (computed)	16.0 sq in (computed from official 4" × 4")
Official machine weight	13.669 lb
Official needle threader	Advanced
Official thread cutter	Yes
Official unit dimensions	10.94" x 6.89" x 15.55"
Official display	LCD
Official lighting	LED
Official included accessory feet	Buttonhole Foot , Overcasting Foot , Monogramming Foot , Zipper Foot , Blindstich Foot , Zigzag Foot , Embroidery Foot
Official warranty wording	25 Year Limited Warranty
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Buying guide: how to choose the right embroidery machine

Official field size is a rectangle, not a hoop count

We score official embroidery field area, computed by multiplying the official width and height. A machine may ship with smaller hoops than its maximum official field. Included hoop sizes, when the table lists them, appear as extra specifications and are not scored.

Design counts are official libraries, not stitch-out tests

The official built-in design count is how many designs the maker lists on the specification table. We do not judge design quality, and we do not add designs from optional software or later downloads unless the official table we used includes them.

What “Not listed” means

If embroidery speed or sewing stitch count is missing from the official table we fetched, the field is Not listed and scores at the category minimum. We do not substitute sewing speed for embroidery speed.

Safety

Hoop fabric securely, keep fingers away from the moving needle, and unplug the machine before you change a needle or presser foot. Confirm the current official field size and hoop list with the maker before you buy.

How this ranking is calculated

Score = weighted average of normalised specs, out of 10. Full method

Official embroidery area (computed)Official embroidery field width times official field height, in square inches. The product of those official figures is labelled computed. Millimetre-only official fields are converted to inches first. Scale: 16 → 150 sq in.

30%

Official built-in embroidery designsThe official built-in embroidery design count on the maker's specification table. Scale: 50 → 1000 designs.

25%

Official maximum embroidery speedThe official maximum embroidery speed in stitches per minute. If the table omits embroidery speed, the field is Not listed and scores at the category minimum. We do not substitute sewing speed for embroidery speed. Scale: 400 → 1200 SPM.

25%

Official built-in sewing stitchesOfficial built-in sewing stitch count on combo machines. Embroidery-only machines often omit this field; it is then Not listed and scores at the category minimum. Scale: 0 → 800 stitches.

20%

Frequently asked questions

Do you test these embroidery machines in a lab?

No. Every scored figure comes from an official manufacturer specification table, linked on the product page. We do not publish prices, ratings or stitch-out tests.

What does official embroidery area (computed) mean?

It is official field width multiplied by official field height, in square inches. We label that product computed. If the official table lists only millimetres, we convert to inches first and say so.

Why is embroidery speed Not listed on some machines?

The official table we fetched did not publish a maximum embroidery speed. We do not substitute sewing speed for embroidery speed, and we do not borrow a number from a retailer page. The field scores at the category minimum.

Are embroidery-only machines compared with sewing-embroidery combos?

Yes, in this category. Combo machines can also score official built-in sewing stitches. Embroidery-only machines often have no official sewing-stitch field; that field is then Not listed and scores at the category minimum.

What if a spec is missing on the official table?

We show Not listed and score that field at the lowest published value in the category. We do not fill gaps from retailer listings or reviews.

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