What Embroidery Machine Should You Buy? 2024 Edition

Shopping for an embroidery machine can be confusing - especially since so many people are trying to make money off of you. (ʘ ͜ʖ ʘ)

Here's my unbiased brain-dump about embroidery machine brands, prices, and features, along with advice on how you can find a machine that's best for YOU and not the person who's trying to earn a commission!

To see my compiled list of embroidery machine prices for every current make and model - just follow this link to my website.

(★‿★) Questions and comments are always welcome. Let me hear from you!

Video Chapters:
00:00 Determine your needs
14:36 Where to Buy
18:42 How to Save Money
21:21 Embroidery machine brands
25:19 My Top Picks

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[benyo]

Youtube is so useful for information like this, but I have to say, you are on another level! You're right on topic, speak clearly, quickly, and have very useful information.

[justmycents]

I started with a bernette deco b70 and switched relatively fast to a multi needle commercial machine. My mom bought a "high end" Janome (was about 8000€ at that time). What my experience an recommendation is: If you are in the price range of a freearm multineedle, buy a freearm multineedle. The "fancy" stuff of the single needle high end machines is just glitter. My "cheap" bernette could do the same stuff as the "high end" flat bed. But more needles - for multi color designs - and the free arm for embroidering clothes (and a lot of other stuff) without cutting them up or with "adventurous" hooping techniques are the real upgrades/game changers. When I was a total newbie to this craft I didn't know how limited and restrictive the single needle flat beds were.

[emilyblossom]

I recommend your beginner series daily in the embroidery group I moderate for which has over 40, 000 people. You deserve so many more views for the solid content you put out!

[Quiltingbyfaith]

Thank you for this Video. I have owned 2 Bernina Embroidery machines combos. I only sew quilts. So I have decided to purchase an embroidery only machine. Over the years I have invested sooo much money in hoops that I find myself locked into a Bernina Embroidery Only.
Just thought I would throw this information out there for beginners, make sure you like the brand before buying extras!
Very informative video.

[booksaboutbymaala]

Informative! I love that you're cutting through the noise and offering unbiased information to help people find the perfect machine for their needs, not someone else's commission. As a beginner, I found this video very informative. Thank you!

[gtsbylemave]

So happy I came across this video, I’m new to embroidery and got the PE535 and I regret not getting one with a bigger hoop size.

[jasn]

I always love your videos.. tells everything about all machines or accessories (whichever the videos about) not just about the one you have. Learned alot in this video and will check out the links you provides. Thank you so much!

[nancyhurt]

My first time here. Good job on describing the variety of machines. I’ve had Babylock Valiant and Jane and Jazz for years and couldn’t be happier. I checked out your web and ordered the file to embroider scraps. This will be a fun project for using up and finding new uses for tiny pieces! Thanks!

[pattieamon]

What a wealth of information! So glad I found your channel!

[constanceklagge]

Thank you so much for your input on embroidery machines. I've been wanting one for a while now and now I have more information on researching for a good machine. ❤

[philsarkol]

Thank you so much for your honest comment. I now know that the choice of wich machine depends on what fabric or items I want to work on. Also a good reminder is the power of the machine!! All in all good honest information, just what I needed on my first steps into home embroidery!!!

[JackilynChristine]

I’m so thankful for this video. I’ve been driving myself nuts trying to decide which machine to purchase.

[BraleyRai]

I've been wanting a combo machine for about 15 yrs. or so now. This by far, has been the most informative video I have watched. Thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge and advice. It's been a little frustrating trying find this type of content that is not for one or two specific brands, but across the board for any machine. Now, I am going to watch more of your videos! :)

[ShaylaSchrepfer]

THANK YOU! I am about to begin my embroidery journey and this video helped SO MUCH! <3

[MommasHappySchoolRoom]

Wow! What a detailed video ! Such great info!

[cleogisler]

You've given lots of excellent advice. Thanks will share with friends.

[Sew-Z]

You’re the best!! I refer all my students to your videos. They are so full of helpful information. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[hollishoward]

Thank you so much for this content!! I’m trying to research to make sure I make an informed decision and this was VERY helpful!!

[Dasburyfamily]

Thank you for your tutorial. The only thing I did t do, was go to multiple dealers to buy a machine. I ended up at the only sewing machine dealer and fell in love with the Baby Lock Flare with 5”x7” and 6.25”x10.25” hoops. I’ve used it once so far and absolutely love it LOVE it. I’m new to machine embroidery, but have hand embroidered off and on for 55 years. ❤❤❤

[michellewoods]

I bought a Janome MC 400 on marketplace during the pandemic. I Paid $400... I wanted to see if I could learn Embroidery from you tube tutorials and if I loved it I would upgrade my machine. I fell in love with Embroidery so next I bought a brand new Janome MC 550E ..Best bang for your buck. 4 good size hoops. Then I bought a PR 670E 6 needle. Love it. Rocking my small business now