Brother Stellaire XJ1 vs Brother Dream Machine 2 XV8550D
Both stitch the same 9.5 × 14 in field. Only the XJ1 has Wi-Fi.
Which should you buy?
Choose the XJ1 if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick; or if you do a lot of lettering (24 built-in fonts vs 22).
Choose the XV8550D if you want more built-in designs (982 vs 727).
XJ1 vs XV8550D: specs side by side
| Spec | Brother Stellaire XJ1 | Brother Dream Machine 2 XV8550D |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing and embroidery | Sewing and embroidery |
| Embroidery field | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm) |
| Hoops included | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm); 9.5 × 9.5 in (240 × 240 mm); 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm); 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) | 9.5 × 14 in (240 × 360 mm); 8 × 12 in (200 × 300 mm); 9.5 × 9.5 in (240 × 240 mm); 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm); 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm) |
| File formats | .PES, .PHC, .PHX, .DST, .PEN | .PES, .PHA, .PHB, .PHC, .DST |
| Design transfer | USB stick or Wi-Fi | USB stick or Memory card or USB cable to a computer |
| Built-in designs | 727 | 982 |
| Lettering fonts | 24 | 22 |
| Sewing stitches | 727 | 726 |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | 10.1 in touch | 10.1 in touch |
| Released | 2019 | — |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Typical price | — | — |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: XJ1 vs XV8550D
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 9.5 × 14 in embroidery field.
XJ1
A fit for serious sewers and embroiderers who want one machine for large-field embroidery, quilting and everyday sewing. Skip it if you want a multi-needle machine for production, or if you need a new machine with a dealer warranty, since the XJ1 is hard to find new.
Discontinued: you will mostly find it used or refurbished.
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XV8550D
A fit for someone who wants one large machine for sewing, quilting and big embroidery and is happy to buy it used or refurbished. Skip it if you want Wi-Fi, a cap frame 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 Stellaire XJ1 and the XV8550D?
Both stitch the same 9.5 × 14 in field. Only the XJ1 has Wi-Fi.
Is the XV8550D better than the XJ1?
It depends on what you need. Pick the XV8550D if you want more built-in designs (982 vs 727); pick the XJ1 if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick.
Do the XJ1 and XV8550D have the same hoop size?
Yes. Both stitch up to 9.5 × 14 in in one hooping.
Can the XJ1 and XV8550D use the same design files?
Yes, both read .PES and .PHC and .DST files.
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