Side-by-side comparison · Specs checked October 2026

Brother SE600 vs Brother LB6800PRW

Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field.

Which should you buy?

Choose the SE600 if you want more built-in designs (80 vs 70); or if you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 5).

There is little reason to pick the LB6800PRW unless you find it clearly cheaper, for example used or refurbished.

SE600 vs LB6800PRW: specs side by side

SpecBrother SE600Brother LB6800PRW
TypeSewing and embroiderySewing and embroidery
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.PES, .DST
Design transferUSB stickUSB cable to a computer or Memory card
Built-in designs8070
Lettering fonts95
Sewing stitches10367
Cap frameNoNo
Screen3.7 in touch3 in touch
Released——
StatusDiscontinuedDiscontinued
Typical price——

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

Embroidery field: SE600 vs LB6800PRW

SE600LB6800PRW
SE600: 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm). LB6800PRW: 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.

SE600

Someone shopping used or leftover stock who wants a simple combo machine for small embroidery. Anyone who wants Wi-Fi, an app or a machine Brother still sells new should look at the SE700.

Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished. See its successor below.

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LB6800PRW

A fit for someone who finds one used or refurbished and wants a single machine for everyday sewing plus small embroidery such as names and pocket designs. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, a USB-stick slot, a color screen or designs bigger than 4 × 4 in.

Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Brother SE600 and the LB6800PRW?

Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field.

Is the LB6800PRW better than the SE600?

Not on paper: the SE600 matches or beats it. Pick the SE600 if you want more built-in designs (80 vs 70), or you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 5).

Do the SE600 and LB6800PRW have the same hoop size?

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

Can the SE600 and LB6800PRW use the same design files?

Yes, both read .PES and .DST files.

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