Side-by-side comparison · Specs checked November 2026

Brother PE545 vs Brother PE570

Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field. They also share the same file formats (.PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN).

Which should you buy?

Choose the PE570 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).

There is little reason to pick the PE545 unless you find it clearly cheaper, for example used or refurbished.

PE545 vs PE570: specs side by side

SpecBrother PE545Brother PE570
TypeEmbroidery onlyEmbroidery only
Embroidery field4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)
Hoops included4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm)
File formats.PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN.PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN
Design transferUSB stick or Wi-FiUSB stick or Wi-Fi
Built-in designs135135
Lettering fonts1010
Sewing stitchesDoes not sewDoes not sew
Cap frameNoNo
Screen3.7 in touch3.7 in touch
Released2022—
StatusSold newSold new
Typical price$480–$500$394–$439

Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.

Embroidery field: PE545 vs PE570

PE545PE570
PE545: 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm). PE570: 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm). Drawn to scale.

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.
  • Both have the same file formats (.PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN).

PE545

A beginner who wants small designs such as monograms, patches and kids' clothes, with wireless transfer. Skip it if you want hats, designs bigger than 4 × 4 in, or sewing features.

About $480–$500 new (checked October 2026)

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PE570

A beginner who wants small designs such as monograms, patches and kids' clothes, with wireless transfer. Skip it if you want to sew too, stitch hats, or embroider designs bigger than 4 × 4 in.

About $394–$439 new (checked November 2026)

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Brother PE545 and the PE570?

Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field. They also share the same file formats (.PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN).

Is the PE570 better than the PE545?

For most buyers, yes: pick the PE570 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).

Do the PE545 and PE570 have the same hoop size?

Yes. Both stitch up to 4 × 4 in in one hooping.

Can the PE545 and PE570 use the same design files?

Yes, both read .PES and .PHC and .DST and .PEN files.

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