Bernina B 700 E vs Brother Stellaire XE1
Both stitch the same 15.7 × 8.3 in field. Only the XE1 has Wi-Fi.
Which should you buy?
Choose the XE1 if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick; or if you want more built-in designs (727 vs 320); or if you do a lot of lettering (24 built-in fonts vs 18).
There is little reason to pick the B 700 E unless you find it clearly cheaper, for example used or refurbished.
B 700 E vs XE1: specs side by side
| Spec | Bernina B 700 E | Brother Stellaire XE1 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Embroidery only | Embroidery only |
| Embroidery field | 15.7 × 8.3 in (400 × 210 mm) | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) |
| Hoops included | 10 × 5.7 in (255 × 145 mm); 5 × 4 in (130 × 100 mm); 2.8 × 2 in (72 × 50 mm) | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm); 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm) |
| File formats | .EXP, .DST, .PES, .PEC, .JEF, .PCS, .SEW, .XXX | .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN |
| Design transfer | USB stick or USB cable to a computer | USB stick or Wi-Fi |
| Built-in designs | 320 | 727 |
| Lettering fonts | 18 | 24 |
| Sewing stitches | Does not sew | Does not sew |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | 7 in touch | 10.1 in touch |
| Released | 2016 | 2019 |
| Status | Sold new | Sold new |
| Typical price | $2,999 | — |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: B 700 E vs XE1
The field is the biggest design each machine can stitch in one hooping. Bigger designs have to be split into parts. Check a design size.
What they have in common
- Both have the same 15.7 × 8.3 in embroidery field.
B 700 E
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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XE1
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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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Bernina B 700 E and the XE1?
Both stitch the same 15.7 × 8.3 in field. Only the XE1 has Wi-Fi.
Is the XE1 better than the B 700 E?
For most buyers, yes: pick the XE1 if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick, or you want more built-in designs (727 vs 320), or you do a lot of lettering (24 built-in fonts vs 18).
Do the B 700 E and XE1 have the same hoop size?
Yes. Both stitch up to 15.7 × 8.3 in in one hooping.
Can the B 700 E and XE1 use the same design files?
Yes, both read .DST and .PES files.
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