Best Embroidery Machine Reviews & Buying Guide 2023

This year we present the latest and greatest embroidery machines and, in this article, we’ll also introduce new features and capabilities that you should consider if you are thinking about getting one for yourself or as a gift.

The biggest challenge is finding a machine that is in your price range, has the right features, and of course will get the job done. Some of the machines we present for 2023 are absolutely phenomenal!

We built this guide for you. You can easily check pricing and find your perfect machine for 2023!

Please know that some of the machines presented here are both sewing and embroidery machines. If you are new to embroidery or you already have a nice sewing machine then you may want to stick with just an embroidery machine to start with. Adding multiple capabilities can mean paying more and also increase the complexity of usage.

As a bonus — have you heard? — if you are thinking about buying a Brother Embroidery or Sewing machine then you’ve gotta see this!

The skinny: Last fall, Brother released its new Artspira app and it is such an amazing new feature! You can download patterns from the app for free and they will still be available for download even after the app has been uninstalled. Drawing “line-art” inspired designs for PE545 can be created for up to a 4″ x 4″ (or 100mm x 100mm) surface area and then wirelessly transferred to your embroidery machine or share them on your favorite social media sites.

As another bonus this year, we are also introducing 3 excellent themed machines by Brother at the end of this article. But you should also know that the PE545 also has some of these capabilities!

So without further ado, we present Embroik’s Best Embroidery Machine Reviews & Buying Guide 2023!
Disclaimer: None of the manufacturers described in these reviews have paid Embroik any money for sponsorship.

Let’s kick it off with our Opening Message for 2023!

Our Top Picks

★★★★★

“Best Overall”

• Embroidery only machine
• Includes Wireless LAN and access to the new Artspira app
• Priced perfectly for beginners or for home use

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★★★★★

“Best for Home Business”

• Combination Embroidery and Sewing Machine
• All of the essentials for a home business
• Most accessories of any machine we’ve reviewed

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Product Image	Product Name	Comments	Rating	Price
	Brother PE900	Best in Class	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother PE545	Best Overall	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother SE2000	Best for Home Business	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother PE800	Best in Class 2022	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother SE1900	Best for Home Business 2022	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Janome MB-7	Multi-Needle for Business	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother SE700	Replaces the SE600	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother SE625	Best for Home Use	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother SE600	Best for Home Use 2022	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother PE770	Predecessor to PE800	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	SINGER 9960	Great for Beginners	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother PE550D	Disney Themed	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother PE535	Priced for Beginners	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Brother LB5000S	Star Wars Themed	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Bernette 79	Great for Businesses	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	Janome 500E	Great for Home Businesses	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Check Price
	SINGER SE300 Legacy	Great for portability	⭐⭐⭐	Check Price

Brother PE900

“Best in Class”

The Brother PE900 is the latest upgrade to last years favorite, the PE800 Embroidery Machine. The Brother PE900 gives you more built-in designs, more fonts and you can download the design of your choice from the Brother iBrodery platform for more creativity.

The embroidery area is whopping 5″ x 7″ and this machine can reach staggering speeds of 650 spm (stitches per minute) allowing you to create more in less time. It sports an advanced needle threading system, automatic thread cutter and a 3.7″ LCD Color display that makes on-screen editing a breeze — including lettering editing, zoom (enhanced), resizing, rotating, repositioning and the ability to combine designs.

The PE900 is Wireless LAN enabled and when you are connected, you can send files from your PC directly to the PE900 via the Design Database Transfer option — no USB required — just send and stitch! This is free downloadable software that helps you manage your designs and send them through “PE-Design 11¹/²” for even more flexibility.

Adding a personalized touch of embroidery to virtually all your projects just became more fun with the Brother PE900 embroidery only machine.

* This machine is not (yet) available through Amazon. If you try to search for this newer machine on your own you will have difficulty find the right supplier. We have included access to pricing from Joann Fabric — our choice in reputable resellers.

Main Features

Thread-changing is the only manual process.

The PE900 works with a single thread for all types of stitching work. This doesn’t prevent you from producing multi-color embroidery designs but you will just need to change the thread. You can do this easily by using the touchscreen commands to follow the thread-changing process. 

Manufacturer Included Accessories

The PE900 is fully equipped with all the essentials.

• Embroidery foot “Q” (on machine)
• Needle set
• Bobbin (one is on machine)
• Seam ripper
• Scissors
• Cleaning brush
• Screwdrivers (1x large; 1x small; 1 disc-shaped)
• Bobbin center pin and instruction sheet
• Spool cap (1x large; 1x medium on machine)
• Thread spool insert
• Spool net
• Bobbin case (no color on the screw; on machine)
• Embroidery Frame Set 7in x 5in (18cm x 13cm; large)
• Embroidery bobbin thread (90 weight, white)
• Accessory bag
• Dust cover
• Operatiation manual
• Quick reference guide
• Embroidery design guide

Dimensions

Specifications

Backed by a 25-year limited warranty, and free phone support for the life of the product.

• Download Manuals
• Checkout the Brother PE800 Support page

Brother PE545

“Best Overall”

The PE545 Embroidery machine is the perfect choice for beginners and comes with fun and easy-to-use features. The PE545 is both reliable and affordable and sports a style design, generouse workspace, and it comes with 135 built-in designs and 10 lettering fonts. With speeds up to 400 spm (stitches per minute), a 3.7″ LCD display, an advanced needle threading system including an automatic thread cutter and a 6.4″ x 4.0″ work area (with maximum embroidery area of 4″ x 4″), you can make clothes, create home décor, and even do apparel repairs with ease.

The PE545 has a Drag and Drop feature allows for quick and easy design positioning with only the touch of a finger!

The Wireless LAN feature can be enabled with your Internet connection to send files from your PC directly to the PE545 via the Design Database Transfer option — so no USB required — just send and stitch! This is free downloadable software that helps you manage your designs and send them through “PE-Design 11¹/²” for even more flexibility.

And, because the PE545 is Wireless LAN enabled, you can also easily download the new Artspira app and use it to create and upload your own designs or ones that are shared with you.

The PE545 is the perfect machine for beginners looking to explore the creative possibilities of custom embroidery.

Main Features

• 10 Built-In Alphabet Fonts
• 10 Built-In Embroidery Lettering Alphabet Fonts
• 135 Built-In Designs
• 135 Built-In Embroidery Designs featuring Disney/Pixar Characters

* note: does not include Embroidery Position Marker.

An Embroidery Position Marker is used to indicate the exact position of the fabric in the embroidery hoop. It is usually a small piece of paper or fabric that is placed in the exact spot where the embroidery will be performed. This marker helps to ensure that the embroidery is positioned correctly. The PE545 has an advanced touch, drag & drop position system available so this is not needed.

Manufacturer Included Accessories:

The PE545 is fully equipped with all the essentials:

• Embroidery foot “Q” (on machine)
• Bobbin (one is on the machine)
• Bobbin Case (on machine)
• Pre-wound Bobbin (90 weight white embroidery bobbin thread)
• Bobbin Clip
• Needle Set
• Seam Ripper
• Scissors
• Cleaning Brush
• Sewdriver and disc-shaped screwdriver
• Spool cap (1x small and 1x medium; on machine)
• Thread spool insert (mini king thread spool)
• Spool Net
• Embroidery Frame Set 4in x 4in (10cm x 10cm; medium)
• Accessory Bag
• Dust Cover
• Operation Manual
• Quick Reference Guide
• Embroidery Design Guide

Dimensions

Specifications

Backed by a 25-year limited warranty, and free phone support for the life of the product.

• Download Manuals
• Check out the Brother PE545 Support page.

Brother SE2000

“Best for Home Business”

The Brother SE2000 is a professional combination embroidery and sewing machine and is the successor to the previous Brother SE1900. Like the other newly introduced machines, this machine comes with new Wireless LAN and works with Brother’s recently released Artspira app. This combination embroidery and sewing machine is great for home businesses, sewing classes, or collaborating with friends on your next great project!

With its host of built-in designs you can embroider on a fantastic 5″ x 7″ embroidery field with over 7″ from needle to allow, and an amazing feed system that allows for smooth fabric feeding.

At embroidery speeds of 650 spm (stitches per minute) and 850 spm for sewing, the SE2000 is one of the best machines on the market!

Main Features

Also included:

• 193 built-in embroidery designs ranging from decorative designs and patterns to ornate letters and flowers.
• 241 built-in sewing stitches and monograms.
• 13 built-in embroidery fonts.
• 10 styles of one-step auto-size buttonholes.
• 5 built-in lettering fonts
• Knee Lifter
• Embroidery speeds up to 650 spm (stitches per minute).
• Sewing speeds up to 850 spm.

This combination machine offers the ultimate sewing and embroidery experience.

Manufacturer Included Accessories

The Brother SE2000 is fully equipped with all of the essentials necessary for your home business:

• Zigzag foot “J” (on machine)
• Monogramming foot “N”
• Overcasting foot “G”
• Zipper foot “I”
• Blind stitch foot “R”
• Button fitting foot “M”
• Buttonhole foot “A”
• Embroidery foot “Q”
• Bobbin (4) (One bobbin is on machine.)
• Bobbin center pin and instruction sheet
• Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) (on machine)
• Alternate bobbin case (no color on the screw)
• Needle set
• Twin needle
• Seam ripper
• Scissors
• Cleaning brush
• Eyelet punch
• Screwdrivers (large, small, Disc-shaped)
• Horizontal spool pin
• Spool cap (large)
• Spool cap (medium) (2) (One spool cap is on machine.)
• Spool cap (small)
• Thread spool insert (mini king thread spool)
• Spool net
• Knee lifter
• Foot controller
• Embroidery frame set (large), 18 cm (H) × 13 cm (W) (7 inches (H) × 5 inches (W))
• Embroidery bobbin thread (60 weight, white)
• Accessory bag
• Grid sheet set
• Operation Manual
• Quick Reference Guide
• Embroidery Design Guide

Dimensions

The Brother SE2000 also has adjustable embroidery speed settings, and 5″ x 7″ embroidery hoops. The embroidery designs also include 193 Disney/Pixar characters (not mentioned above). This machine, like the others does not include an embroidery position marker (its not needed).

Specifications

Included Accessory Feed

• Button Fitting Foot
• Buttonhole Foot
• Zipper Foot
• Overcasting Foot
• Blindstitch Foot
• Monogramming Foot
• Zigzag Foot
• Embroidery Foot

• Download Manuals
• Checkout the Brother SE2000 Support page

Brother PE800

“Best in Class 2022”

Brother leads the embroidery machine manufacturing industry, as it is known for its high-quality machines. Here we are reviewing Brother PE800, which stands prominent among the high-quality machines manufactured by Brother.

If you are looking for a high-quality programmable machine that can create impressive embroidery designs, then Brother PE800 digital machine is for you. It is an easy-to-use machine, following a simple mechanism that comes with a large 5×7 inch embroidery field for big projects.

Whether you are a hobbyist, expert crafter, or starting to run your own business, the Brother PE800 machine is the perfect choice for you.

Main Features

• Embroidery only
• 5″ x 7″ Hoop
• Not Wireless LAN capable

Although the PE800 does not have Wireless LAN built-in, like the newer models, you can still use the Artspira app by sharing your designs within the app and then uploading and copying the file to your USB drive which can then be inserted into the PE800 machine and uploaded.

Manufacturer Included Accessories:

The PE800 is fully equipped with all the essentials:

• Embroidery foot
• 5″ x 7″ embroidery hoop
• Bobbin (3pcs + 1 pcs on machine)
• Needle set (3x 75/11; 1x 90/14)
• Cleaning brush
• Seam ripper
• Bobbin (3x; one is on machine)
• Scissors
• Screwdrivers (1x large; 1x small; 1 disc-shaped)
• Spool caps (1x large; 1x mini)
• Spool net
• Embroidery bobbin thread (90 weight, white)
• Accessory bag
• Dust cover
• Manual (english/spanish)

Dimensions

• 7 built-In embroidery lettering alphabet fonts
• Drag and drop editing
• 10 frame designs – shapes
• 14 frame designs – stitches
• 5″ x 7″ embroidery hoops included
• 5″ x 7″ maximum embroidery area
• 650 spm (stitches per minute)
• 1 degree, 10 degrees, and 90 degrees pattern rotating increments

Step-by-step tutorials are available right on the LCD touch screen display. Topics available include topics like threading the machine and attaching the embroidery arm.

Specifications

Backed by a 25-year limited warranty, and free phone support for the life of the product.

• Download Manuals
• Checkout the Brother PE800 Support page

Brother SE1900

“Best for Home Business 2022”

Brother gains the trust of thousands of customers as one of the best sewing and embroidery machine manufacturers in the world. Brother’s products have substantial importance among people for their durability and quality. The Brother SE1900 embroidery and sewing machine is another star-performer machine of Brother, which can work well both on small and large scale embroidery or sewing projects.

Features

The Brother SE1900 embroidery and sewing machine comes with 138 pre-built-in designs and 11 embroidery fonts that are perfect for monogramming.

It features a built-in automatic needle threader that helps in pushing the thread through the needle by just pressing a lever. This function has significant use in multi-threading projects when threads are changing continuously.

The SE1900 machine comes with 240 built-in sewing stitches, which includes 10 Auto-size Buttonholes styles.

It has a large 3.2-inch Sew Smart Color LCD, which helps to preview your designs with full-color. You can also change the thread colors through pallets from the touch screen and can preview the final designs before stitching.

The Brother Se1900 features a built-in 5×7 inch embroidery field for large projects with an included hoop and 8 sewing feet.

The SE1900 embroidery machine provides you with the option of importing unlimited design files with the help of a built-in USB port.

The built-in machine light helps to enlighten the workspace around the needle area. These lights are more helpful when you have a dark-colored fabric to work on.

Like other machines, the SE1900 also provides an automatic needle threader that helps in threading a needle by just pressing a single lever. This function is more useful when working on multiple thread designs.

It is backed by 25 years of the limited warranty and product lifetime technical support.

Janome MB7

“Multi-Needle for Business“

Janome MB7 is a multi-needle medium sized Embroidery Machine. It can be used both in industrial and domestic areas. This device has an advanced computerized system, which enables the user to quickly create all embroidery designs with a high rate of speed.

Features

Janome is an American based brand which specializes in the field of embroidery machine making. This product by Janome speaks for their quality itself. Yet, you may be surprised to know about the features of this advanced and digital embroidery machine. 

For starters, this product has 7 needles. This feature allows the machine to embellish unique designs much faster.

The machine has a 5.7 inches digital screen which allows the user to select multiple features. This screen enables the user to issue customized commands to the embroidery machine. 

Along with the customization, this product has a USB port through which the device can connect to any computer where you can provide digital designs in different formats like .jef+, .jef and .dst.

Upon receiving these digital designs the machine automatically starts working on them. Not only this, the speed of this product is also lightning fast. 

The device can reach a maximum speed of up to 800 stitches per minute. Along with this extra fast speed we have an auto-return function for each needle. This function allows the machine to recover any broken threads leading to faster and automatic work.

Lastly, let’s talk about the size of this device. So, this amazing machine has a compact embroidery field which covers 9.4’’ X 7.9’’ area. The Machine can also create multi-colored designs because it has 10 hooks to support threads of different colors.

Brother SE625

“Best for Home Use”

The Brother SE625 is the literal jackpot when it comes to buying a machine that is an all-rounder product. Whether you want to start sewing as a hobby or want to start trying your hand at different embroidery works, or even if you are a professional who works on intricate stitching and detailed embroidery, the Brother SE625 computerized sewing and embroidery machine is the product for you.

In terms of design, it has a new and innovative design that is eye-catching to the user. It provides a hoop space of about four by four inches. This may be less when you compare it to other sewing machines; however, it is sufficient for most of the articles you will be working on.

The stunning embroidery designs provided in this machine are up to 280. Some of the designs are built into the device, whereas the rest comes on a CD. These designs make it easier for even an amateur to create beautiful crafts with needlework.

Apart from these 280 designs, this sewing machine’s modern technology allows you to download designs from the internet or even use designs you have saved on USB. This feature takes the whole embroidery game to a whole new level in this machine.

Besides the embroidery designs, this machine also comes with several stitching designs, 103 to be specific. The wide range of stitching formats that this machine offers is the meter of attention for all the sewers looking for a fantastic product capable of giving you the embroidery option and fulfilling all their basic requirements.

There are some articles like quilts that are quite difficult to deal with or even the hard parts of clothing like the cuffs, sleeves, etc., that can be a little tricky to stitch. For these issues, the brother SE 625 comes with a convertible free-arm option. Hence the extended space provision can help you to deal with even the most problematic parts.

This machine is completely computerized, which attracts customers for its high-tech design, but the innovative technology used in this device has several useful features. It helps keep track of the thread left inside the machine and how long it will last.

It uses smart technology to stop the stitching process when the thread is going to finish soon. The smart technology also helps control the speed of the machine and automatically cuts the thread when you are done with your work.

Another advantage of smart technology is that you don’t have to worry about threading the needle if you have impaired vision. It will automatically do that for you with its needle threader. This is very easy to understand and won’t take long for you to get the hang of it.

You will see that Even the most Minute details have been carefully thought through in this machine. The feed dogs consist of seven points that ensure the cloth’s free movement through the machine without the fabric getting stuck. It also comes with several presser feet for a variety of stitches to work on.

Above all things, the most eye-catching feature of this machine is the LCD screen. It’s about 3.2 inches in size. This touch screen LCD comes with a smart color display. It allows the user to work more efficiently as it helps you make changes in the design and guide you through the whole stitching and embroidery process.

Apart from helping you with the needlework and designing the embroidery, this screen also helps you with the machine step by step. How to adjust the arm, what speed to use etc., all the working if ye chin is explained with this screen’s help.

Several accessories are also included with this machine, like a pack of different sized needles, some bobbin pins, and other essentials like scissors, screwdrivers, etc. A little storage compartment is also made with it for storing some of the accessories. A foot pedal is also included, and the whole thing is covered with a case that can be used to keep the machine safe from any dust or dents.

Brother SE600

“Best for Home Use 2022”

Brother is known as one of the top leading sewing, embroidery, and quilting machine brands in the world. These machines are known for their durability and innovation. Brother SE600 Machine is our next favorite product from Brother.

The SE600 is a multi-functional embroidery, sewing & quilting machine that helps you to convert your creativity into your designs. Due to its multiple customizable features, this 4 x 4-inch digital embroidery machine can smooth your designing processes.

Features

The Brother SE600 is easy to use and a perfect machine for beginners or starters.

It comes with 80 built-in Designs & 6 Embroidery Letter Fonts that help you to personalize your designs.

It has a large 3.2-inch Sew Smart color LCD Screen that shows a preview of your design before stitching. You can also change the stitching colors with the help of color palettes and can preview the final design before sewing.

This SE600 Embroidery Machine comes with the most popular 4×4 inch embroidery field. It has a built-in design alignment feature, which works to align the designs when rehooping, which is more helpful in the positioning of multiple designs.

The built-in Automatic Needle Threader of this machine can easily pass the thread through the needle and you just have to touch the lever. This adds to the convenience offered by this machine and it acts as a real eye saver when embroidery threads change continuously.

This machine provides a collection of 103 built-in stitches and buttonhole styles, which include waves, hearts, stars, feathers, greek keys, scallops, decorative scrolls, and much more.

It has a built-in LED lightning that illuminates the working area around the needle, which is more helpful during embroidery on dark fabrics.

The Brother SE600 also includes a quick-set drop-in bobbin, which can easily insert into your machine. It also provides a convertible free arm feature that helps in small cylindrical projects such as sewing cuffs, jeans, and sleeves.

In addition to 80 built-in designs, the SE600 provides the option of importing additional designs through a built-in USB port. Brother customers can also import other designs from iBroidery.com.

In addition to the above features, the Brother SE600 machine is backed by 25 years limited warranty and free product lifetime technical support.