Janome Memory Craft 9850 vs Brother NQ3700D
The NQ3700D has the bigger embroidery field: 6 × 10 in against 6.7 × 8 in. Only the NQ3700D has Wi-Fi.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Horizon Memory Craft 9850 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).
Choose the NQ3700D if you want the bigger embroidery field (6 × 10 in vs 6.7 × 8 in); or if you want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick; or if you want more built-in designs (313 vs 175); or if you do a lot of lettering (13 built-in fonts vs 6).
Horizon Memory Craft 9850 vs NQ3700D: specs side by side
| Spec | Janome Memory Craft 9850 | Brother NQ3700D |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing and embroidery | Sewing and embroidery |
| Embroidery field | 6.7 × 8 in (170 × 200 mm) | 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm) |
| Hoops included | 5.5 × 5.5 in (140 × 140 mm) | 6 × 10 in (160 × 260 mm); 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm) |
| File formats | .JEF, .JEF+ | .PES, .PHC, .PEN, .DST |
| Design transfer | USB stick | USB stick or Wi-Fi |
| Built-in designs | 175 | 313 |
| Lettering fonts | 6 | 13 |
| Sewing stitches | 200 | 291 |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | touch | 4.85 in touch |
| Released | — | 2021 |
| Status | Sold new | Sold new |
| Typical price | $1,599–$1,999 | $3,999–$4,999 |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: Horizon Memory Craft 9850 vs NQ3700D
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.
Horizon Memory Craft 9850
A fit for sewists who want one machine for sewing, quilting and embroidery up to 6.7 × 7.9 in. Skip it if you want wireless transfer, a multi-needle machine or finished hats.
About $1,599–$1,999 new (checked October 2026)
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NQ3700D
A fit for sewists who want one machine for everyday sewing and quilting plus bigger embroidery than the usual 5 × 7 in field, such as large designs and combined layouts. Skip it if you only want to embroider (the NQ1700E has the same field without sewing), want to embroider finished caps, or plan to embroider in volume.
About $3,999–$4,999 new (checked October 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Janome Memory Craft 9850 and the NQ3700D?
The NQ3700D has the bigger embroidery field: 6 × 10 in against 6.7 × 8 in. Only the NQ3700D has Wi-Fi.
Is the NQ3700D better than the Horizon Memory Craft 9850?
It depends on what you need. Pick the NQ3700D if you want the bigger embroidery field (6 × 10 in vs 6.7 × 8 in); pick the Horizon Memory Craft 9850 if you want to spend less (lower typical price).
Do the Horizon Memory Craft 9850 and NQ3700D have the same hoop size?
No. The Horizon Memory Craft 9850 stitches up to 6.7 × 8 in and the NQ3700D up to 6 × 10 in in one hooping.
Can the Horizon Memory Craft 9850 and NQ3700D use the same design files?
Not directly. Convert designs to the format each machine reads with embroidery software.
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