Bernina B 880 PLUS vs Brother Luminaire XP3
The Luminaire XP3 has the bigger embroidery field: 10.7 × 16.1 in against 15.7 × 10 in. Only the Luminaire XP3 has Wi-Fi.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Luminaire XP3 if you want the bigger embroidery field (10.7 × 16.1 in vs 15.7 × 10 in); or if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick; or if you want more built-in designs (1554 vs 462); or if you do a lot of lettering (28 built-in fonts vs 21).
There is little reason to pick the B 880 PLUS unless you find it clearly cheaper, for example used or refurbished.
B 880 PLUS vs Luminaire XP3: specs side by side
| Spec | Bernina B 880 PLUS | Brother Luminaire XP3 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing and embroidery | Sewing and embroidery |
| Embroidery field | 15.7 × 10 in (400 × 260 mm) | 10.7 × 16.1 in (272 × 408 mm) |
| Hoops included | 10 × 5.7 in (255 × 145 mm) | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm); 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm); 10.7 × 10.7 in (272 × 272 mm); 10.7 × 16.1 in (272 × 408 mm) |
| File formats | .EXP, .DST, .PES, .PEC, .JEF, .SEW, .PCS, .XXX | .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN |
| Design transfer | USB stick or USB cable to a computer | USB stick or Wi-Fi |
| Built-in designs | 462 | 1554 |
| Lettering fonts | 21 | 28 |
| Sewing stitches | 1764 | 869 |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | 7 in touch | 10.1 in touch |
| Released | — | — |
| Status | Sold new | Sold new |
| Typical price | — | $20,999 |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: B 880 PLUS vs Luminaire XP3
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.
B 880 PLUS
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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Luminaire XP3
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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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Bernina B 880 PLUS and the Luminaire XP3?
The Luminaire XP3 has the bigger embroidery field: 10.7 × 16.1 in against 15.7 × 10 in. Only the Luminaire XP3 has Wi-Fi.
Is the Luminaire XP3 better than the B 880 PLUS?
For most buyers, yes: pick the Luminaire XP3 if you want the bigger embroidery field (10.7 × 16.1 in vs 15.7 × 10 in), or you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick, or you want more built-in designs (1554 vs 462), or you do a lot of lettering (28 built-in fonts vs 21).
Do the B 880 PLUS and Luminaire XP3 have the same hoop size?
No. The B 880 PLUS stitches up to 15.7 × 10 in and the Luminaire XP3 up to 10.7 × 16.1 in in one hooping.
Can the B 880 PLUS and Luminaire XP3 use the same design files?
Yes, both read .DST and .PES files.
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