Embroidery machines for quilting
For quilting, look for a large embroidery field (6 × 10 in or bigger), because quilt blocks and in-the-hoop quilting designs are large. A combo machine also lets you piece and bind on the same machine. Some higher-end models add quilting-specific features such as larger hoops and edge-to-edge alignment tools.
How to choose
| Field size | Quilt blocks are often 8 to 12 in, so a large field means fewer re-hoopings. |
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| Sewing features | A combo with a wide throat space and walking-foot support helps with piecing and binding. |
| Alignment tools | Camera or on-screen positioning helps line up edge-to-edge designs across hoopings. |
Machines that fit this need
1. Husqvarna Viking Designer EPIC 3
Sewing and embroidery · 18.1 × 17.7 in (460 × 450 mm) field · .VP4, .VP3, .SHV, .DHV, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .DST · Wi-Fi
Husqvarna Viking's top sewing and embroidery combo. With the optional turnable hoop it stitches a 460 × 450 mm (18.1 × 17.7 in) area. It has 912 built-in designs, 871 stitches, a 10.1 in touchscreen, Wi-Fi and USB. It is single-needle, sold through dealers, and costs far more than most home combos.
Who it suits: For serious home embroiderers and quilters who want very large designs, on-fabric projection and hoop scanning in one machine, and who are ready to pay for it. Skip it if you stitch mostly small designs, need a cap frame, or want a multi-needle machine for production.
About $23,999–$25,999 new (checked October 2026)
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2. Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 2
Sewing and embroidery · 17.7 × 17.7 in (450 × 450 mm) field · .VP3, .SHV, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .DST · Wi-Fi
A high-end single-needle sewing and embroidery combo from Husqvarna Viking: 840 stitches, over 750 built-in designs, up to 1,000 stitches per minute and a 14.2 × 10.2 in (360 × 260 mm) hoop in the box. The big optional hoop, laser guide and price are the draw and the limit.
Who it suits: Embroiderers and quilters who want one single-needle machine for sewing and for large designs, with the optional Mega Turnable hoop for the biggest ones. Skip it if you mostly stitch small designs, want multi-needle production speed, or need a price near a typical home combo.
About $17,999 new (checked October 2026)
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3. Pfaff creative 4.5
Sewing and embroidery · 14 × 13.8 in (360 × 350 mm) field · .VP3
Pfaff's sewing and embroidery combo with a 14.2 × 13.8 in (360 × 350 mm) embroidery field, 480 stitches, 270 built-in designs and a 5.7 in touch screen. Three hoops come in the box, the largest 360 × 200 mm. It has no Wi-Fi, only 3 embroidery fonts and no listed cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for sewers who want large embroidery and a roomy machine with Pfaff's IDT even-feed system in one body, and who are happy to buy from Pfaff's store or a Pfaff dealer. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, a cap frame or a lower price.
About $6,989 new (checked October 2026)
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4. Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby 90
Sewing and embroidery · 14 × 13.8 in (360 × 350 mm) field · .VP3, .SHV, .DHV, .VIP, .HUS, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .DST · Wi-Fi
A large-format sewing and embroidery combo from Husqvarna Viking: a 14¼ × 13¾ in (360 × 350 mm) top hoop size, 817 stitches, 651 built-in designs, a 10.1 in touchscreen and Wi-Fi. The big field is the draw; the single needle, the weight and the five-figure price are the limits.
Who it suits: Embroiderers and quilters who want one single-needle machine for sewing and for large designs, up to 14¼ × 13¾ in with the optional Majestic hoop. Skip it if you mostly stitch small designs, want multi-needle production speed, or need a machine near the price of a typical home combo.
About $16,999 new (checked October 2026)
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5. Brother Luminaire XP3
Sewing and embroidery · 10.7 × 16.1 in (272 × 408 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN · Wi-Fi
A high-end Brother sewing, embroidery and quilting combo. It has a 10 5/8 × 16 in (272 × 408 mm) embroidery field, four hoops in the box, 1,554 built-in designs, 869 stitches, a stitch-preview projector and Wi-Fi. The price is the main limit.
Who it suits: A fit for serious hobbyists, quilters and home businesses that want very large embroidery and full sewing on one machine. Skip it if you only stitch small designs, want a low price, or need a multi-needle machine for volume.
About $20,999 new (checked October 2026)
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6. Bernina B 880 PLUS
Sewing and embroidery · 15.7 × 10 in (400 × 260 mm) field · .EXP, .DST, .PES, .PEC, .JEF, .SEW, .PCS, .XXX
Bernina's top-tier sewing, quilting and embroidery machine. It has a 15.7 × 10.2 in (400 × 260 mm) embroidery field, 462 built-in designs, a 7 in touchscreen and up to 1,000 stitches per minute. The large hoops are extras, and it is single-needle.
Who it suits: Experienced sewists and quilters who want one premium machine that sews, quilts and embroiders large designs. Skip it if you only want small monograms on a budget, or if you plan to embroider in volume, where a multi-needle machine suits better.
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7. Brother Stellaire XE1
Embroidery only · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN · Wi-Fi
Brother's first-generation Stellaire embroidery-only machine (2019). It has a 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field, 727 built-in designs, a 10.1 in touchscreen, up to 1,050 stitches per minute and wifi. It does not sew, and Brother lists no cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for serious hobbyists and home businesses that want a very large single-needle field and wifi. Skip it if you want one machine that also sews (Brother's XJ1 adds sewing) or need a multi-needle machine for production.
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8. Baby Lock Altair 2
Sewing and embroidery · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PEC, .DST · Wi-Fi
A high-end single-needle sewing and embroidery machine from Baby Lock. It has a 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) embroidery field, four hoops in the box, a 10.1 in touchscreen and photo-based design placement through an app. It costs a lot and Baby Lock lists no cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for experienced home embroiderers and quilters who want one machine for big designs and full-size sewing, and who will use the placement and design tools. Skip it if you want a low price, hats, or fast color changes on a multi-needle machine.
About $10,284–$10,999 new (checked October 2026)
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9. Baby Lock Meridian 2
Embroidery only · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PEC, .DST · Wi-Fi
Baby Lock's single-needle embroidery-only machine with a large 9-1/2 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field, 534 built-in designs and Wi-Fi. A camera app helps you place designs on the fabric. It tops out at 1,050 stitches per minute and has no cap frame.
Who it suits: A good fit for embroiderers and quilters who want a big single-hooping field, a placement app and wireless transfer from one single-needle machine. Skip it if you want hats, a machine that also sews, or a smaller budget.
About $7,947–$8,499 new (checked October 2026)
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10. Brother Stellaire XE2
Embroidery only · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN · Wi-Fi
Brother's current embroidery-only Stellaire2 model: 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field, 889 built-in designs (101 Disney/Pixar), 26 fonts, a 10.1 in touchscreen and up to 1,050 stitches per minute. Reads PES, PHC, PHX, DST and PEN, with wifi. It does not sew.
Who it suits: A fit for serious hobbyists and home businesses that want a very large single-needle field and wifi. Skip it if you want to sew on the same machine (Brother's XJ2 does both) or need a multi-needle machine for production.
About $8,449–$8,500 new (checked October 2026)
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11. Bernina B 700 E
Embroidery only · 15.7 × 8.3 in (400 × 210 mm) field · .EXP, .DST, .PES, .PEC, .JEF, .PCS, .SEW, .XXX
Bernina's embroidery-only machine from the 7 Series. It stitches up to 15.7 × 8.3 in (400 × 210 mm) with the optional Maxi hoop, holds 320 built-in designs and runs up to 1,000 stitches per minute. It does not sew, and the largest hoops are extras.
Who it suits: A fit for serious home embroiderers and quilters who want large designs, such as jacket backs and borders, in one hooping and who already own a sewing machine. Skip it if you want one machine that also sews, finished hats, or high-volume work.
About $2,999 new (checked October 2026)
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12. Janome Memory Craft 550E
Embroidery only · 14 × 8 in (360 × 200 mm) field · .JEF, .JEF+, .JPX
Janome's largest stand-alone embroidery machine: a 7.9 × 14.2 in (200 × 360 mm) field, four hoops and an extra-wide table in the box. It stitches up to 860 stitches per minute and reads JEF files. One needle, no sewing, USB transfer only.
Who it suits: Good for stitching jacket backs, quilt blocks and long border designs in a single hooping, if you already own a separate sewing machine. Not for anyone who wants one machine that also sews, or who wants Wi-Fi design transfer.
About $2,899–$3,499 new (checked October 2026)
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13. Brother VM5200
Sewing and embroidery · 8 × 12 in (200 × 300 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .DST
Brother's Essence Innov-is sewing, embroidery and quilting combo. It has an 8 × 12 in (200 × 300 mm) embroidery field, 318 built-in designs, 17 embroidery fonts and 715 sewing stitches. There is no Wi-Fi: designs load by USB only, and no cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for sewists and quilters who want one machine for everyday sewing plus large embroidery such as jacket backs, quilt blocks and big appliqué, and who are fine moving designs by USB. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi or an app, need to embroider finished hats, or plan to run orders in volume.
About $5,499–$5,500 new (checked October 2026)
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14. Baby Lock Pathfinder
Embroidery only · 8 × 12 in (200 × 300 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PEC, .DST
Baby Lock's current embroidery-only machine with a big 8 × 12 in (200 × 300 mm) field. It stitches up to 1,050 stitches per minute, has 263 built-in designs and a 7 in touchscreen, and comes with two hoops. It has one needle, no sewing, no Wi-Fi and no cap frame.
Who it suits: A home embroiderer or small seller who wants a large single-needle field for big designs, quilt blocks and border runs, and who already has a separate machine for sewing. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, hats, or a machine that also sews.
About $4,084–$4,299 new (checked October 2026)
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15. Janome Memory Craft 500E
Embroidery only · 11 × 8 in (280 × 200 mm) field · .JEF
A single-needle, embroidery-only Janome with a 7.9 × 11 in (200 × 280 mm) field and four hoops. It has 160 built-in designs, 6 fonts, a color touchscreen and a top speed of 860 stitches per minute. It reads JEF files by USB and does not sew.
Who it suits: Suits people who want a roomy field for jackets, towels and large monograms and who already have a sewing machine. Not for anyone who needs a hoop longer than 11 in (280 mm), or a machine that also sews.
About $2,099–$2,399 new (checked October 2026)
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16. Poolin EOC06
Embroidery only · 8 × 11 in (200 × 280 mm) field · .DST, .DSB
Embroidery-only machine from Poolin with a 7.9 × 11 in (200 × 280 mm) field, 156 built-in designs and a top speed of 860 stitches per minute. It loads DST and DSB files by USB. The field is large for a home machine, but there is no cap frame and no sewing.
Who it suits: A home or small-business embroiderer who wants a large 7.9 × 11 in field on a single machine. Skip it if you need finished hats, a machine that also sews, or PES files without converting them first.
About $1,059–$1,299 new (checked October 2026)
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17. Pfaff creative 3.0
Sewing and embroidery · 10 × 8 in (260 × 200 mm) field · .VP3, .VIP, .HUS, .SHV, .DHV, .PEC, .PES, .PCS, .XXX, .SEW, .JEF, .EXP, .DST
A Pfaff sewing and embroidery combo with a 10.2 × 7.9 in (260 × 200 mm) embroidery field, 157 built-in designs, 254 stitches and Pfaff's IDT even-feed system. Designs move in by USB stick only, and Pfaff lists no cap frame for it.
Who it suits: A good fit for sewers who want one roomy machine for garments, quilts and home decor, with an embroidery field bigger than the usual 5 × 7 in. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi or an app for sending designs, finished hats, or embroidery in volume.
About $3,599–$5,299 new (checked October 2026)
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18. Brother NQ1700E
Embroidery only · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PEN, .DST · Wi-Fi
An embroidery-only machine with a 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field, 258 built-in designs, 13 fonts and a 4.85 in color touchscreen. It takes designs by USB or wifi and reads PES, PHC, PEN and DST. It does not sew and has no official cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for people who want a larger field than 5 × 7 in for bigger designs and combined layouts without moving to a multi-needle machine. Skip it if you also want to sew on the same machine or want to embroider caps.
About $2,399–$2,400 new (checked October 2026)
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19. bernette b79
Sewing and embroidery · 10 × 6 in (260 × 160 mm) field · .EXP, .PES, .DST, .PEC, .JEF, .VP3, .VIP, .HUS, .ZHS
bernette's sewing and embroidery combo with a large 10.2 × 6.3 in (260 × 160 mm) embroidery field, 208 built-in designs, 500 sewing stitches and a 5-inch touchscreen. Designs load by USB only: no Wi-Fi is listed, and it has no cap frame.
Who it suits: Sewists who want one machine for garment sewing, quilting and embroidery up to about 10 × 6 in without moving to a multi-needle machine. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi transfer, finished hats or fast production, since it has one needle.
About $2,299–$2,999 new (checked October 2026)
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20. bernette b70 DECO
Embroidery only · 10 × 6 in (260 × 160 mm) field · .VP3, .VIP, .PEC, .HUS, .DST, .EXP, .JEF, .PES
bernette's embroidery-only machine with a large 10.2 × 6.3 in (260 × 160 mm) field, 208 built-in designs, 7 alphabets and a 5-inch touchscreen. Designs load by USB only, and it has no Wi-Fi, no sewing stitches and no cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for someone who already sews on another machine and wants a dedicated embroidery machine with a roomy 10 × 6 in field and an on-screen editor. Skip it if you want one machine that also sews (look at the b79), need Wi-Fi, or want to embroider finished hats.
About $1,699 new (checked October 2026)
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21. Brother NQ3700D
Sewing and embroidery · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PEN, .DST · Wi-Fi
A sewing and embroidery combo with a 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) embroidery field, 313 built-in designs (55 Disney/Pixar), 291 sewing stitches and Wi-Fi. It is single-needle, has no official cap frame, and reads PES, PHC, PEN and DST files.
Who it suits: A fit for sewists who want one machine for everyday sewing and quilting plus bigger embroidery than the usual 5 × 7 in field, such as large designs and combined layouts. Skip it if you only want to embroider (the NQ1700E has the same field without sewing), want to embroider finished caps, or plan to embroider in volume.
About $3,999–$4,999 new (checked October 2026)
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22. Baby Lock Flare
Embroidery only · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .DST · Wi-Fi
Embroidery-only, single-needle machine with a 6-1/4 × 10-1/4 in (160 × 260 mm) field, 293 built-in designs, Wi-Fi for Design Database Transfer and a color touch screen. It does not sew and has no cap frame. Top speed is 850 stitches per minute.
Who it suits: A home embroiderer who wants a field larger than 5 × 7 in and wireless design transfer at a single-needle price. Skip it if you need hats, a machine that also sews, or automatic color changes.
About $2,299–$2,529 new (checked October 2026)
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23. Baby Lock Vesta
Sewing and embroidery · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .DST · Wi-Fi
Baby Lock's single-needle sewing and embroidery combo with a large 6-1/4 × 10-1/4 in (160 × 260 mm) field, 293 built-in designs, 301 stitches and Wi-Fi design transfer. It reads PES, PHC and DST files. Baby Lock lists no cap frame and no phone app.
Who it suits: A sewer who wants one machine that sews and embroiders designs bigger than 5 × 7 in, with wireless transfer from a PC. Skip it if you want finished hats, a phone app or automatic color changes.
About $3,365–$3,599 new (checked October 2026)
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24. Janome Skyline S9
Sewing and embroidery · 6.7 × 8 in (170 × 200 mm) field · .JEF, .JEF+ · Wi-Fi
Janome's sewing, quilting and embroidery combo in the Skyline line. It has a 6.7 × 7.9 in (170 × 200 mm) embroidery field, 250 built-in designs, 300 sewing stitches and wireless transfer. The limits: one needle, no cap frame, and a price well above entry-level combos.
Who it suits: A fit for sewists and quilters who want one machine for sewing, quilting and mid-size embroidery up to 6.7 × 7.9 in. Skip it if you mainly embroider and want a lower price, a multi-needle machine, or finished hats.
About $3,999–$4,999 new (checked October 2026)
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25. Pfaff Creative Sensation Pro Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 14 × 13.8 in (360 × 350 mm) field · .VP3, .VIP, .HUS, .PCS, .DST, .EXP, .PES, .JEF
A Pfaff sewing and embroidery combo with a big embroidery field: up to 14.2 × 13.8 in (360 × 350 mm) with the Grand Dream hoop. It has over 690 stitches and more than 360 built-in designs, but it is no longer in Pfaff's current US lineup.
Who it suits: A fit for sewers who want large-format embroidery and a roomy sewing machine in one body, and who value Pfaff's IDT even-feed system. Skip it if you want a machine Pfaff still sells new, with a published price.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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26. Brother Stellaire XJ1 Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN · Wi-Fi
Brother's first-generation Stellaire sewing and embroidery combo (2019). It has a 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) embroidery field, 727 built-in designs, 727 sewing stitches, a 10.1 in touchscreen and wifi. Brother's lineup page now shows the XJ2 instead. No cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for serious sewers and embroiderers who want one machine for large-field embroidery, quilting and everyday sewing. Skip it if you want a multi-needle machine for production, or if you need a new machine with a dealer warranty, since the XJ1 is hard to find new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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27. Brother Dream Machine 2 XV8550D Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) field · .PES, .PHA, .PHB, .PHC, .DST
Brother's discontinued top-end sewing, embroidery and quilting machine. It has a 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) embroidery field, 982 built-in designs, 726 sewing stitches and a 10.1 in screen. It has no Wi-Fi and no cap frame, and Brother lists it as discontinued.
Who it suits: A fit for someone who wants one large machine for sewing, quilting and big embroidery and is happy to buy it used or refurbished. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, a cap frame or a machine Brother still sells new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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28. Brother NQ1600E Discontinued
Embroidery only · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .DST
Brother's discontinued embroidery-only machine with a 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field, speeds up to 850 stitches per minute and a 4.85 in color touchscreen. It reads PES, PHC and DST from a USB flash drive. It has no Wi-Fi, no sewing and no cap frame.
Who it suits: A fit for people who want a large 6 × 10 in field in a single-needle home machine and are fine loading designs by USB. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, a machine that also sews, finished caps, or a model Brother still sells new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished. See its successor below.
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29. Baby Lock Flourish II Discontinued
Embroidery only · 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field · .PES, .PHC, .DST
Baby Lock's single-needle, embroidery-only machine with a large 6-1/4 × 10-1/4 in (160 × 260 mm) field, 181 built-in designs and 850 stitches per minute. It takes designs by USB only, with no Wi-Fi or cap frame, and Baby Lock now lists it as a previous model.
Who it suits: A home embroiderer who wants a large single-needle field and is happy loading designs from a USB flash drive. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, hats, a machine that also sews, or a model that Baby Lock still sells as current.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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30. Singer Futura XL-400 Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 10 × 6 in (260 × 160 mm) field · .FHE, .CHE, .XXX, .PSW, .PEC, .PES, .HUS, .SEW, .EXP, .DST, .PCS
A discontinued Singer sewing and embroidery combo, also sold as the SEQS-6000. It has a 10.2 × 6.3 in (260 × 160 mm) hoop and 30 sewing stitches. It has no screen: designs come from a Windows PC over a USB cable. Singer's US site no longer lists it.
Who it suits: Fits a sewer who finds one used and wants a big 10.2 × 6.3 in field plus a full sewing machine, and is fine running older Windows software on a PC. Skip it if you want a touchscreen, loading from a USB flash drive, hats, or a machine Singer still sells.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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31. Singer Futura XL-550 Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 10 × 6 in (260 × 160 mm) field · .FHE, .CHE, .XXX, .PSW, .PEC, .PES, .HUS, .SEW, .EXP, .DST, .PCS
A discontinued Singer sewing and embroidery combo with a 10.2 × 6.3 in (260 × 160 mm) hoop, 215 sewing stitches and 125 built-in designs. Designs are sent from a Windows PC over a USB cable. Singer's US site no longer lists it, so expect to find it used.
Who it suits: Fits a sewer who finds one used and wants a big hoop plus a full sewing machine with lots of stitches, and is fine running older Windows software on a PC. Skip it if you want a Mac-friendly setup, a USB flash drive port, hats, or a machine Singer still sells.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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32. Singer SE300 Discontinued
Sewing and embroidery · 10 × 5.9 in (260 × 150 mm) field · .XXX, .DST
Singer's Legacy SE300 is a sewing and embroidery combo with a 10¼ × 6 in (260 × 150 mm) hoop, 250 sewing stitches and a touchscreen. It reads XXX and DST files by USB only. Singer lists it as sold out with no restock date, so new stock is hard to find.
Who it suits: Suits a sewer who wants one machine for everyday sewing and mid-size embroidery such as monograms, pocket designs and borders, and who can find one used or as leftover dealer stock. Skip it if you need Wi-Fi, PES files without converting, finished hats or designs larger than 10¼ × 6 in.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you quilt with an embroidery machine?
Yes. You can stitch quilting designs block by block in the hoop ("in-the-hoop quilting"), including edge-to-edge patterns lined up across several hoopings.
What hoop size do I need for quilting?
Bigger is easier. A 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) field handles many blocks; 8 × 12 in and larger reduce re-hooping on big quilts.
Is a combo machine good for quilters?
Often yes: you can piece, quilt in the hoop and bind on one machine, but you cannot sew while it embroiders.