# Best embroidery machines for beginners

Source: https://stitchandhem.co.uk/best/best-embroidery-machines-for-beginners
Publisher: Stitch and Hem. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://stitchandhem.co.uk/how-we-pick

A home embroidery machine stitches a digital design inside a hoop, moving the fabric under a single needle while you change thread colours when it pauses. For a beginner, three things decide how much you will enjoy it. The embroidery field sets the largest design you can stitch in one hooping; 100 x 100 mm is fine for names and badges, while 130 x 180 mm opens up cushion fronts and larger motifs. Built-in designs and fonts let you start before you buy any files. And design transfer, by USB or wireless, decides how easily you get new designs onto the machine. A clear touch screen with on-screen editing also helps. This guide compares five machines on type, embroidery field, built-in designs, transfer and screen, using only what each listing states.

## Products

### 1. Brother Elite PE900 Large Embroidery Machine with Wireless LAN Bundle with Thread Kit (5 Items)

Type: Embroidery only; Embroidery field: 5 x 7 in (130 x 180 mm); Built-in designs: 193 plus 13 fonts; Design transfer: Wireless LAN; Screen: 3.7 in touch screen

An embroidery only Brother with a 5 by 7 inch hoop area, 193 designs, 13 fonts, wireless design transfer and a 3.7 inch touch screen. This bundle adds thread, needles, bobbins and stabiliser.

In its favour:
- A 5 by 7 inch field is large enough for cushion fronts, tote bags and bigger motifs.
- Wireless LAN lets you send designs from a computer or mobile device without a USB stick.
- The bundle includes 80 spools of thread, 100 embroidery needles, pre-wound bobbins and stabiliser.

Good to know:
- It is embroidery only, so you still need a separate sewing machine.
- The listing does not state the voltage, so confirm it is a UK version.

### 2. Janome Memory Craft 100E Embroidery Machine Only - Max Embroidery 5.5" x 5.5"

Type: Embroidery only; Embroidery field: 5.5 x 5.5 in (140 x 140 mm); Built-in designs: 274; Design transfer: Not stated; Screen: 3.5 in colour touch screen

An embroidery only Janome with 274 built-in designs, a 5.5 inch square field, on-screen editing (resize, rotate, flip, arc) and automatic thread cutting. A good fit for monograms and motifs.

In its favour:
- On-screen editing includes resize, rotate, flip, arc, duplicate and group.
- Automatic thread cutting and automatic return after a thread break are listed.
- The listing states a 25 year limited mechanical and 2 year electrical warranty.

Good to know:
- The listing does not state how designs are transferred.
- Free arm embroidery needs optional accessories.

### 3. Brother Innovis M380D Sewing and Embroidery Machine

Type: Sewing and embroidery; Embroidery field: 100 x 100 mm; Built-in designs: 200 incl. 65 Disney; Design transfer: Wireless LAN, Artspira app; Screen: Colour touch screen

A combination Brother with 200 embroidery designs including 65 Disney designs, 11 fonts, a 100 by 100 mm field and wireless LAN with the Artspira app, plus 181 sewing stitches.

In its favour:
- One machine sews and embroiders, with 181 sewing stitches and 10 buttonholes listed.
- Wireless LAN and the Artspira app make getting new designs onto the machine simple.
- Sixty five Disney designs are built in, which suits children's clothes and gifts.

Good to know:
- A 100 by 100 mm field limits you to small motifs and names.
- At 10.9 kg it is heavy to move between tables.

### 4. Brother Innovis F540E Embroidery Sewing Machine

Type: Sewing and embroidery; Embroidery field: 180 x 130 mm; Built-in designs: 193 plus 13 fonts; Design transfer: Wireless; Screen: 3.7 in colour touch screen

A combination Brother with a large 180 by 130 mm embroidery area, 193 designs, 13 fonts, wireless connectivity and a 3.7 inch colour touch screen. A 3 year manufacturer warranty is listed.

In its favour:
- A 180 by 130 mm field fits larger designs than most beginner combination machines.
- Wireless connectivity and an advanced needle threading system are listed.
- A 3 year manufacturer warranty is stated.

Good to know:
- The listing does not state the number of sewing stitches.
- At 13.6 kg it needs a sturdy permanent table.

### 5. Singer SE9180 Embroidery Machine, White

Type: Sewing and embroidery; Embroidery field: 170 x 100 mm hoop; Built-in designs: 150 plus 10 fonts; Design transfer: Wi-Fi (mySewnet); Screen: 7 in colour touch screen

A sewing and embroidery Singer with 150 designs, 10 fonts, 250 sewing stitches, a 170 by 100 mm hoop, a 7 inch colour touch screen and Wi-Fi design transfer through mySewnet.

In its favour:
- A 7 inch colour touch screen is the largest in this guide and easy to read.
- mySewnet Wi-Fi sends designs wirelessly and gives progress notifications on a phone.
- Endless hoop capability is listed for continuous borders.

Good to know:
- Embroidery speed is listed at 450 stitches a minute, slower than its sewing speed.
- The listing does not say whether mySewnet features need a subscription; check before buying.

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