Brother SE600 vs Brother SE400
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 SE400 unless you find it clearly cheaper, for example used or refurbished.
SE600 vs SE400: specs side by side
| Spec | Brother SE600 | Brother SE400 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing and embroidery | Sewing and embroidery |
| 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 stick or Memory card |
| Built-in designs | 80 | 70 |
| Lettering fonts | 9 | 5 |
| Sewing stitches | 103 | 67 |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | 3.7 in touch | touch |
| Released | — | — |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Typical price | — | — |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: SE600 vs SE400
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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SE400
A fit for someone who wants a simple 4 × 4 in embroidery and sewing combo and is happy to buy used or refurbished. Skip it if you want a color preview screen, wireless transfer, a USB stick slot 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 SE400?
Both stitch the same 4 × 4 in field.
Is the SE400 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 SE400 have the same hoop size?
Yes. Both stitch up to 4 × 4 in in one hooping.
Can the SE600 and SE400 use the same design files?
Yes, both read .PES and .DST files.
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