Poolin EOC06 vs Poolin EOC05
The EOC06 has the bigger embroidery field: 8 × 11 in against 4 × 9.3 in.
Which should you buy?
Choose the EOC06 if you want the bigger embroidery field (8 × 11 in vs 4 × 9.3 in); or if you want more built-in designs (156 vs 96).
Choose the EOC05 if you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 8); or if you want to spend less (lower typical price).
EOC06 vs EOC05: specs side by side
| Spec | Poolin EOC06 | Poolin EOC05 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Embroidery only | Embroidery only |
| Embroidery field | 8 × 11 in (200 × 280 mm) | 4 × 9.3 in (100 × 235 mm) |
| Hoops included | 5.5 × 5.5 in (140 × 140 mm); 8 × 8 in (200 × 200 mm); 8 × 11 in (200 × 280 mm) | 4 × 4 in (100 × 100 mm); 4 × 9.3 in (100 × 235 mm) |
| File formats | .DST, .DSB | .DST, .DSB |
| Design transfer | USB stick | USB stick |
| Built-in designs | 156 | 96 |
| Lettering fonts | 8 | 9 |
| Sewing stitches | Does not sew | Does not sew |
| Cap frame | No | No |
| Screen | 7 in touch | 7 in touch |
| Released | — | — |
| Status | Sold new | Sold new |
| Typical price | $1,059–$1,299 | $699–$729 |
Bold marks the higher number where more is better. Prices are typical new ranges, not live prices.
Embroidery field: EOC06 vs EOC05
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 file formats (.DST, .DSB).
EOC06
A home or small-business embroiderer who wants a large 7.9 × 11 in field on a single machine. Skip it if you need finished hats, a machine that also sews, or PES files without converting them first.
About $1,059–$1,299 new (checked October 2026)
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EOC05
A home embroiderer who wants a long, narrow field for borders, banners and sleeve-length designs at a modest price. Skip it if you need a field wider than 4 in, finished hats, or PES files without converting them first.
About $699–$729 new (checked October 2026)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the Poolin EOC06 and the EOC05?
The EOC06 has the bigger embroidery field: 8 × 11 in against 4 × 9.3 in.
Is the EOC05 better than the EOC06?
It depends on what you need. Pick the EOC05 if you do a lot of lettering (9 built-in fonts vs 8); pick the EOC06 if you want the bigger embroidery field (8 × 11 in vs 4 × 9.3 in).
Do the EOC06 and EOC05 have the same hoop size?
No. The EOC06 stitches up to 8 × 11 in and the EOC05 up to 4 × 9.3 in in one hooping.
Can the EOC06 and EOC05 use the same design files?
Yes, both read .DST and .DSB files.
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