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Spec by spec
| Spec | Brother SE700 | Brother SE2000 |
|---|---|---|
| Embroidery field | 4" x 4" | 5" x 7" |
| Built-in designs | 135 | 193 |
| Built-in stitches | 103 | 241 |
| Embroidery fonts | 10 | 13 (per Brother spec table) |
| Screen | 3.2" x 1.8" LCD | 3.7" color LCD |
| Wireless | Wireless LAN | Wireless LAN |
| Warranty | 1/2/25-year limited (Brother USA) | 1/2/25-year limited (Brother USA) |
Sources (manufacturer pages): Brother SE700 · Brother SE2000. "—" = not published on that page.
What actually changes
Field size. 4x4 (16 sq in) versus 5x7 (35 sq in). This is the reason to upgrade. Everything else is secondary.
Screen. 3.2" x 1.8" LCD on the SE700, 3.7" color LCD on the SE2000. A larger screen helps when you resize, rotate or combine lettering on the machine.
Designs and stitches. 135 designs and 103 stitches versus 193 designs and 241 stitches. Most embroiderers end up importing their own designs, so built-in counts matter less over time.
Fonts. Brother lists 10 embroidery fonts on the SE700 and 13 in the SE2000 spec table.
01Pick the SE700 if…
Brother SE700
Sewing & embroidery combo
you mainly embroider monograms, baby items and small motifs, and want to keep the budget for thread, stabilizer and hoops.
Why it stands out
- Sews and embroiders, so one machine to start
- Wireless design transfer
- 135 designs and 10 fonts out of the box
Keep in mind
- 4x4 field limits chest logos and tote designs
- Small screen compared with the SE2000
Key specs
| Embroidery field | 4" x 4" |
|---|---|
| Built-in designs | 135 |
| Built-in stitches | 103 |
| Embroidery fonts | 10 |
| Screen | 3.2" x 1.8" LCD |
| Wireless | Wireless LAN |
| Warranty | 1/2/25-year limited (Brother USA) |
Specs: Brother USA product page
02Pick the SE2000 if…
Brother SE2000
Sewing & embroidery combo
you want tote bags, larger names or chest logos with margin, and a bigger screen for editing on the machine.
Why it stands out
- 5x7 field: roughly 2.2x the area of 4x4
- 241 stitches for a combo machine
- Larger 3.7" screen
Keep in mind
- Costs more than the SE700
- Still a single-needle machine: one color at a time
Key specs
| Embroidery field | 5" x 7" |
|---|---|
| Built-in designs | 193 |
| Built-in stitches | 241 |
| Embroidery fonts | 13 (per Brother spec table) |
| Screen | 3.7" color LCD |
| Wireless | Wireless LAN |
| Warranty | 1/2/25-year limited (Brother USA) |
Specs: Brother USA product page
Frequently asked questions
Can the SE700 use a 5x7 hoop?
No. The SE700's maximum embroidery area is 4x4 inches per Brother. Larger designs must be split and re-hooped.
Do both machines have wireless?
Yes. Brother lists wireless LAN on both for transferring designs.
Which is better for a beginner?
Both are beginner-friendly. If you are sure you will embroider often, the SE2000's 5x7 field avoids an early upgrade.
Are the sewing functions different?
Yes. The SE2000 lists 241 built-in stitches versus 103 on the SE700. For everyday sewing both are more than enough.
— The BobbinBench Team