Janome MB-7 vs Brother PR680W
The PR680W has the bigger embroidery field: 12 × 8 in against 9.5 × 8 in. Only the PR680W has Wi-Fi.
Which should you buy?
Choose the MB-7 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).
Choose the PR680W if you want the bigger embroidery field (12 × 8 in vs 9.5 × 8 in); or if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick; or if you want to embroider finished caps with a cap frame; or if you want more built-in designs (100 vs 50); or if you do a lot of lettering (50 built-in fonts vs 10).
MB-7 vs PR680W: specs side by side
| Spec | Janome MB-7 | Brother PR680W |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Multi-needle (7 needles) | Multi-needle (6 needles) |
| Embroidery field | 9.5 × 8 in (240 × 200 mm) | 12 × 8 in (300 × 200 mm) |
| Hoops included | 9.5 × 8 in (240 × 200 mm); 5 × 4.3 in (126 × 110 mm); 2 × 2 in (50 × 50 mm) | 12 × 8 in (300 × 200 mm); 7 × 5 in (180 × 130 mm); 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm); 2.4 × 1.6 in (60 × 40 mm) |
| File formats | .JEF, .JEF+, .DST | .PES, .PHC, .DST, .PEN |
| Design transfer | USB stick | USB stick or Wi-Fi or Memory card |
| Built-in designs | 50 | 100 |
| Lettering fonts | 10 | 50 |
| Sewing stitches | Does not sew | Does not sew |
| Cap frame | No | Yes |
| Screen | 5.7 in touch | 10.1 in touch |
| Released | — | 2021 |
| Status | Sold new | Sold new |
| Typical price | $5,999 | $12,999–$13,629 |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: MB-7 vs PR680W
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.
MB-7
Suits people who stitch designs with many colors, or caps and shirts in small runs, and want seven threads loaded at once. Not for anyone who needs a machine that also sews, a multi-head setup, or a field wider than 9.4 in (240 mm).
About $5,999 new (checked October 2026)
Multi-needle machines are often sold through dealers who include setup and training; compare dealer packages too.
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PR680W
A hobbyist moving up to production, or a small shop that wants six colors loaded at once and a large 8 × 12 in field for hats, jackets and bags. Skip it if a single-needle machine covers your projects.
About $12,999–$13,629 new (checked October 2026)
Multi-needle machines are often sold through dealers who include setup and training; compare dealer packages too.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Janome MB-7 and the PR680W?
The PR680W has the bigger embroidery field: 12 × 8 in against 9.5 × 8 in. Only the PR680W has Wi-Fi.
Is the PR680W better than the MB-7?
It depends on what you need. Pick the PR680W if you want the bigger embroidery field (12 × 8 in vs 9.5 × 8 in); pick the MB-7 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).
Do the MB-7 and PR680W have the same hoop size?
No. The MB-7 stitches up to 9.5 × 8 in and the PR680W up to 12 × 8 in in one hooping.
Can the MB-7 and PR680W use the same design files?
Yes, both read .DST files.
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