Brother PE535 vs Brother PE540D
Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field.
Which should you buy?
Choose the PE535 if you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 5).
Choose the PE540D if you want more built-in designs (105 vs 80).
PE535 vs PE540D: specs side by side
| Spec | Brother PE535 | Brother PE540D |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Embroidery only | Embroidery only |
| Embroidery field | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) |
| Hoops included | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) |
| File formats | .PES, .PHC, .DST | .PES, .DST |
| Design transfer | USB stick | USB cable to a computer or Memory card |
| Built-in designs | 80 | 105 |
| Lettering fonts | 9 | 5 |
| Sewing stitches | Does not sew | Does not sew |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | touch | touch |
| Released | 2017 | — |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Typical price | — | — |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: PE535 vs PE540D
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 4 × 4 in embroidery field.
PE535
A fit for someone who only embroiders small items such as names, pockets and monograms. Skip it if you want designs bigger than 4 × 4 in, wireless transfer, or a machine Brother still sells new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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PE540D
A fit for someone who finds one used or refurbished and wants simple 4 × 4 in embroidery with some Disney designs built in, such as names, pockets and baby items. Skip it if you want designs bigger than 4 × 4 in, a USB-stick port, wireless transfer, hats, or a machine Brother still sells new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Brother PE535 and the PE540D?
Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field.
Is the PE540D better than the PE535?
It depends on what you need. Pick the PE540D if you want more built-in designs (105 vs 80); pick the PE535 if you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 5).
Do the PE535 and PE540D have the same hoop size?
Yes. Both stitch up to 4 × 4 in in one hooping.
Can the PE535 and PE540D use the same design files?
Yes, both read .PES and .DST files.
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