1. Introduction
In this blog we will introduce 2 more representative kinds of models of embroidery machines, Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X similarities and differences in specifications to you, and we will do more detailed comparison information between Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X embroidery machines. We hope this will help beginners and embroidery beginners or workers to better choose and buy embroidery machines and make a user's embroidery business more stable.
2. Overview of Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine
Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine is a advanced electronic embroidery machine, designed to pursue high -efficiency and fine embroidery technology. The following is an overview of its main characteristics:
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Elna Expractive 940 Commercial 4 -pin embroidery machine is a single 4 -pin embroidery machine with various accessories and capable of raising Swewists's process to a new level. This embroidery machine from ELNA has a 5.7 -inch long -range screen and independent holeline lights, and has the functions and technologies required to bring their projects from homemade quality to professional quality.
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ELNA expression 940 Commercial 4 -pin embroidery machine not only has the above technology, but also has a complete industrial quality rotation hook, a large shuttle core, a USB port, 4 built -in white LED lights ensure the clear visual effects of the day and the night and the night of the night. A built -in language interface. ELNA expresses the 940 commercial 4 -pin embroidery machine has a direct PC connection capability and is compatible with TAJIMA embroidery machine hoop.
In general, Elna Expressive 940 is a functional and convenient operation of embroidery, which is very suitable for hand -to -hand enthusiasts and professionals who pursue the accuracy and efficiency of embroidery art.
3. Overview of Brother PR1X embroidery machine
Brother PR1X embroidery machine is a home embroidery model that integrates high -end functions and user -friendly design, which aims to provide embroidery experience for embroidery enthusiasts. It integrates embroidery and sewing functions, so that it is limited to embroidery projects, but also meets various sewing needs. The following is an overview of its main characteristics:
- Multifunctionality of a single needle. This single -needle embroidery machine provides free weapon embroidery, which can easily reach the hat, sleeves and bags, and automatic needle thread systems so that you can quickly step on the needle.
- Crosshair 2 points to position laser. Get the precise accuracy positioning and light up the fabric to check the position of the needle of all items of the Crosshair 2 points.
- Generous work area. Almost all sizes of projects have enough space, thank you for the generous 8 -inch X 12 -inch embroidery area.
- Built -in embroidery design. Create new things through 495 built -in embroidery design, from fashionable wild animals and plant patterns and unique letters to traditional flowers.
- Fashionable fonts. Interesting built -in font lists include 25 conventional fonts, 4 small fonts, 1 ultra -small font, 2 Silier fonts and 1 super cool 3D font.
- Color LCD touch screen display. The large 7.0 -inch built -in high -definition LCD display, with large icons and rolling menus, so that editors and letters on the screen can be captured. Large -scale definition icon, a selectioner with a sketch size, color navigation menu, rolling menu and sliding function.
- LED lighting. Bright, customized lighting illuminates your work, there is almost no shadow, you can clearly see the color.
- Core function. The time to save vertical shuttle cores can easily replace the shuttle core without unloading the lower hoop and the side shuttle rotation, so that the new shuttle core can be wrapped when the machine is embroidered.
- Scalable online tutorial library. HD tutorial makes learning easier! Whenever you need to refresh quickly, the tutorial will be available online and 24/7.
- Screen editing. Enter multi -line text or letters and insert graphics elements, all of which have editing functions. Re -arrange words or phrases, combined with selected words, change the style and size of a single letter, and even change the font style of the whole row.
In summary, Brother PR1X is a high -end embroidered sewing machine with comprehensive and easy operation, which is very suitable for handicraft enthusiasts who pursue high -quality embroidery effects. Whether you are an embroidered beginner or an experienced handicraft expert, Baby Lock Capella can meet your needs and make your creative journey more exciting.
4. Comparison Between Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X
We will continue to make more comparisons between Elna Expressive 940 and Baby Lock Capella Embroidery Machine. Here are the following details:Basic Features, Software Functions, Features for Increasing Production Efficiency, Embroidery Production Stability Features, Accessories, Price and after-sales service.
4.1 Basic Features
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Basic Features | ||
| Number of Needless | 4 | 1 |
| Number of Heads | 1 | 1 |
| Maximum Embroidery Speed | 800spm | 1000spm |
| Maximum Embroidery Area (mm/inch) | 9.4″ x 7.9″ | 8″x12″(200x300mm) |
| Maximum Storage of Stitches (pcs) | 200000 needles | 260000 needles |
| Machine Size (Long/width/height) without metal base (mm) | 14.3″ L x 26″W x 20.5″ H | 19.921″ x 23.110″ x 22.244″ |
| Machine Weight (kg) | 50.6 lbs | 31kg/68lbs |
1）Elna Expressive 940 Embroidery Machine Needless Number 4 times more than Brother PR1X Embroidery Machine,then Elna Expressive 940 user can choose additional more 3 coloer thread to do more complex and more elaborate patterns embroidery and you don't need to changed thread color during the embroidery wotking and just let the machine finished the scheduled embroidery designs.
2）Brother PR1X Embroidery Machine Maximum Embroidery Speed 1.25 times more than Elna Expressive 940 Embroidery Machine,Brother PR1X embroidery machines maintaining more higher productivity and provide consistent, high-quality embroidery with minimal maintenance and operating time. The ability to select the optimum speed of each needle for a specific product or thread minimizes downtime.
3） Brother PR1X Maximum Storage of Stitches quantity 1.18 times more than Elna Expressive 940,then Brother PR1X user can storage many additional quantity Stitches in PC system,The more quantity Stitches will better for user’s embroidery real working.
4） Brother PR1X Maximum Embroidery Area 1.29 times bigger than Elna Expressive 940, then Brother PR1X users can do bigger size logo on cloth embroidery.
4.2 Software Functions
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Software Features | ||
| USB Input | Yes | Yes |
| Supported File Formats | .jef+, .jef and .dst | .pes, .phc, .dst |
| Number of in built Fonts (pcs) | 10 | 33 |
| Number of Pre-set Embroidery Designs (pcs) | 50 | 495 |
| Design Software | Digitizer EX V5.0 | PE-Design 11 |
| Language Options | English, Japanese, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian, Swedish, Finnish, Russian, Portuguese and Polish | English / Español / Français / Hrvatski / Italiano / Magyar / Nederlands / Norsk / Polski / Português / Portug. (Bra) / Română / Slovenski / Slovenský / Suomi / Svenska / Türkçe / Čeština / Dansk / Deutsch |
1） Brother PR1X embroidery machine supports reading same design formats as Elna Expressive 940.
2） Brother PR1X in built Fonts quantity 3.8 times of more than Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X Pre-set Embroidery Designs quantity 3.5 times of more than Elna Expressive 940 ,This will allow Baby Lock Capella users to have more choice of Design Software when designing embroidery patterns, allowing users to have a better experience.
3）Both Brother PR1X and Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine are system support multi-language options and fit for users who speak Japanese, English, Chinese,German,Danish and so on.
4.3 Features for Increasing Production Efficiency
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Features for Increasing Production Efficiency | ||
| Automatic Thread Changing | Yes | Advanced |
| Automatic Threading | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Thread Trimming | Yes | NO |
| Embroidery Positioning Point | Yes | Crosshair 2-Point Positioning Laser |
| LCD Screen Size (inch) | 5.7″ Remote Computer Screen (RCS) | 7″ diagonal |
| Real-time Preview | unclear | Yes |
| Photo Embroidery | unclear | Yes |
| WiFi Connectivity | unclear | Yes |
| Automatic Memory Retention | unclear | Yes |
| Frame Offset | unclear | unclear |
1）Brother PR1X embroidery machine software design can be Real-time Preview and user can through WiFi Connectivity to connect PC together with different quantity embroidery machine,both have Condition Memory function, Stitch conditions can be memorized together with embroidery data. Saved stitch conditions are suitable for job repetition.
2）Brother PR1X embroidery machine’s high-resolution IPS LCD touch panel is 1.22 times larger than that of the Elna Expressive 940 ,This will allow Brother PR1X users to more clearly set various parameters in the operating system on the large screen: operating the embroidery process, modifying and confirming the embroidery design, etc.
3) Both Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X have automatic cutting function and Automatic Thread Trimming function,making the embroidery process easier and more efficient.
4.4 Embroidery Production Stability Features
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Embroidery Production Stability Features | ||
| Bottom and Top Thread Break Detection | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Thread Tension Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure | Unclear | 1-4 level |
1） Brother PR1X embroidery machine have 1-4 level Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure,But we not sure about Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine have this function for now.
2）Both Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X embroidery machine Automatic Thread Tension Adjustment,ensures better tension and improved thread breakage accuracy and save user's time and energy to do the things.
3）Both Elna Expressive 940 and Brother PR1X embroidery machines' bottom and top thread detection system functions that will give users a better experience, as they will immediately suspend the running embroidery design and inform the user of the machine’s thread breakage problem and let users do timely operation and adjustment.
4.5 Accessories
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Accessories | ||
| Tubular Hoops Included | Hoop M1 9.4″ x 7.9″ (240 x 200 mm) Hoop M2 5″ x 4.3″ (126 x 110 mm) |
Embroidery frame (extra-large) 300 mm (W) × 200 mm (H) Embroidery frame (medium) 100 mm (W) × 100 mm (H) Embroidery sheet (extra large) 300 mm (W) × 200 mm (H) Embroidery sheet (medium) 100 mm (W) × 100 mm (H) Embroidery frame holder A Embroidery frame holder B |
| Cap Attachment Included | Optional | Not Clear |
| Flat Embroidery Included | no | Not Clear |
| Others Included | Spool holders Spool net Spool rest Spool stand Thread guide pole Spool pin Bobbins Screwdrivers (large and small) Offset screwdriver Oiler Lint brush Seam ripper Scissors Tweezers Needle set Handy needle threader USB cable Instructional DVD Accessory box |
Embroidery Frame Holder A Embroidery Frame Holder B Other included accessories to get you started. |
| Tubular Hoops (Compatible) | SewTalent / Durkee / Allied | SewTalent / Durkee / Allied |
| Magnetic Hoops (Compatible) | SewTalent / MaggieFrame / Mighty Hoop | SewTalent / MaggieFrame / Mighty Hoop |
| Others (Compatible) | unclear | unclear |
| Laser Engraving Accessories | unclear | unclear |
| Extension Table | Optional | Optional |
1）Brother PR1X embroidery machines plastic embroidery hoop quantity and size 2 times more than Elna Expressive 940, so Brother PR1X embroidery machines users can used these plastic embroidery hoop to more different kinds smaller size and bigger size garments/Fabric embroidery.
2）SewTalent / Durkee / Allied brand Tubular Hoops both Compatible for Brother PR1X and Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machines and SewTalent / MaggieFrame / Mighty Hoop Magnetic Hoops both Compatible for Brother PR1X and Elna Expressive 940 Sembroidery machines
4.6 Price and after-sales service
| Embroidery Machine Size | Elna Expressive 940 | Brother PR1X |
| Price Comparison | ||
| Price Range (USD) | USD3999~USD5499 | $7500-$8000 |
| Installment Payment Policy | No | Yes |
| Convenience of Training/Maintenance/After-sales Service | ||
| User Manual | Yes | Yes |
| Online Training Videos | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty Terms | Yes | • Mechanical and electrical warranty period is 2,500 hours or 5 years, whichever comes first. • Machine must have regular servicing every 500 hours or at 12 months, whichever comes first. • Servicing must be conducted by a qualified repairer, according to the manufacturer’s specification, using appropriate quality parts where required, and be documented in the service log book. We recommend servicing by an Authorised Brother Warranty Repairer. |
1）The price of Brother PR1X embroidery machine 1.45-1.87times higher than Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine.
2）Not only will you find many Brother PR1X and Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machines, unboxing videos and hands-on tutorials on YouTube/Facebook/Instagram/TikTok and other social media available to learn and watch for free, but you will also be able to see for yourself the impeccable stitching precision and intricate designs of these embroidery machines.
3）Both Brother PR1X and Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machines have over 1 years warranty time for users.
5. User Reviews
5.1 User Reviews About Brother PR1X Embroidery Machine
5.2 User Reviews About Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine
1) The Elna Expressive 940 is a dream. Yes, this machine comes with a loaded bobbin installed, which is great because you receive an extra bobbin and stock photos are included, which is just for enjoyment. The best part of this machine is that it is very easy to use. Threading, spool installation, and designing transfer directions are all simple. If anyone has a problem, just google it. Everything is explained. The first thing I did was create the above. Looking forward to more.
2) The Elna Expressive 940 is a very cool machine and it was easy to figure out how to use it. I do think I received a refurbished machine rather than a new one because there is a pre-wound bobbin in the bobbin holder and the machine's screen saver randomly shows a picture of a dog and a grandmother posing with her grandchildren - so I was a little disappointed that I didn't receive a new machine. Also, one of the needles broke on arrival. Overall, the machine is easy to use.
3) I have an Elna Expressive 940. If you are used to automatic threading machines, you may be shocked to learn that you have to thread each needle (4) yourself, and even knotting and pulling through doesn't work sometimes. It's a very loud machine. Other than that, once you get the needles threaded, it's fantastic. I use it mostly for large designs or repetitive designs grouped into a large frame. The only problem is that I haven't gotten service on it yet, but I'm sure it needs it. It is quite heavy and takes two people to lift it. I keep mine on a kitchen island cart.
4) I have an Elna Expressive 940 and love it. I have no problem threading the needle and love that I can set it up in four colors and make it work. I find that the large 240 x 200 hoop is perfect for multiple designs and the machine will select the correct needle based on the color set in the design. I also purchased the Durkee hoop for this machine.
6. Purchase Advice
6.1 Users with a limited budget
If you are a personal embroidery enthusiast or family handicraft, you want to buy your first embroidered machine, or you want to add an embroidered machine to handle the demand for daily small orders and the budget is within 5,000 US dollars. We recommend that you buy a Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine. It is a good choice.
6.2 Users who prefer a high-end embroidery experience
For professionals, if you want to pursue a high-end embroidery experience, the embroidery process is more stable, the embroidered patterns are higher quality, please don't miss the Brother PR1X embroidery machine.
6.3 Users who have demand/preference for specific embroidery functions
If you have special needs for high garments and fabrics embroidery quality, you can choose Brother PR1X embroidery machine are good choice.
7. Compatible SewTalent Magnetic Hoop Sizes
Sewtalent Mangetic Hoop is super cost-effective and of the highest quality in the world and has many magical advantages:
1) Super Time Savings and Productive
There is no need to re-hoop, saving you a lot of time and releasing you from adjusting traditional hoop screws back and forth. You just need to place fabrics on the lower hoop and lay the upper hoop over, then the upper and lower hoop will clamp the fabric automatically.
2) Protect Fabric Very Good
This magnetic design holds your fabric in place securely with a strong magnetic force, reducing the hoop burns which are caused by traditional hoops, and won’t leave stretch marks on your fabric.
3) Working Pretty Stably
These magnetic hoops will not pop open during embroidery, and you do not need to worry about fabric slippage. A powerful magnetic force can prevent fabric shifting when connecting your designs or embroidering large areas.
4) Very Widely Use
It can hoop over most kinds of fabrics, especially suitable for quilts, towels, jackets, pockets, and some other thick fabrics which traditional embroidery hoops can not do.
High quality Sewtalent Mangetic machine Hoops in some kinds sizes are available and adapted to the Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machines. SewTalent Magnetic Hoop sizes are as follows:
| Hoop Inside Dimension (Mm / Inch) | Approximate Embroidery Field (Mm / Inch) | Elna Expressive 940 Plastic Hoop Sku | Elna Expressive 940 Plastic Hoop Inside Dimension (Mm/Inch) |
| 100×100 mm / 3.9×3.9 inch | 80×80mm / 3.1×3.1 inch | JA-M3 | 50x50mm 2"x2" |
| 100×320 mm / 3.9×12.8 inch | 80×300 mm / 3.1×11.8 inch | / | / |
| 130×130 mm / 5.1×5.1 inch | 110×110 mm / 4.3×4.3 inch | JA-M2 | 126x110mm 5"x4.35" |
| 150×200 mm / 6.0×8.0 inch | 130×180 mm / 5.1×7.1 inch | JA-M1 | 240x200mm 9.46"x7.88" |
| Sewtalent Magnetic Hoop Inside Dimension (Mm / Inch) | Approximate Embroidery Field (Mm / Inch) | Magnetic Hoop Application |
| 100×100 mm / 3.9×3.9 inch | 80×80mm / 3.1×3.1 inch | perfect for left and right chest logo / sleeves cuff embroidery,embroider where it is narrower and mount over zippers,Small logos, small patterns, cuffs, pockets, chest logos, sleeve emblems, children’s clothing |
| 100×320 mm / 3.9×12.8 inch | 80×300 mm / 3.1×11.8 inch | perfect for back lettering / karate or judo belts,Scarves, Polo shirt chest emblems, jacket backs |
| 130×130 mm / 5.1×5.1 inch | 110×110 mm / 4.3×4.3 inch | perfect for Polo shirt / T-shirt left and right chest logo embroidery,Beanies logo,aprons logo,stockings logo,Medium logos, Polo shirt chest emblems, children’s clothing, hats |
| 165×165 mm / 6.5×6.5 inch | 145×145 mm / 5.7×5.7 inch | perfect for in allround or intermediate size |
| 150×200 mm / 6.0×8.0 inch | 130×180 mm / 5.1×7.1 inch | perfect for in allround or back size,T-shirt front patterns, baby clothing, children’s clothing, bags |
| 175×175 mm / 6.9×6.9 inch | 155×155 mm / 6.1×6.1 inch | perfect for in allround or intermediate size:canvas bag,Back Packs,patches,Medium patterns, backpacks, children’s clothing |
| 195×70 mm / 7.6×2.7 inch | 175×50 mm / 6.8×1.9 inch | perfect for sleeves and trouser legs |
| 215×230 mm / 8.5×9 inch | 195×210 mm / 7.6×8.2 inch | perfect for in allround or back size,Large bags |
| 195×315 mm / 7.7×12.5 inch | 175×295 mm / 6.8×11.6 inch | perfect for pillow/Vest/Jacket/Hoodies/Sweatshirts back embroidery,Jacket backs, large patterns, tablecloths |
| 220×130 mm / 8.7×5.0 inch | 200×110 mm / 7.8×4.3 inch | perfect for in allround or back size,Long patterns |
| 305×295 mm/12×11.5 inch | 285×275 mm/11.2×10.8 inch | perfect for pillow/Vest/Jacket/Hoodies/Sweatshirts back embroidery,Large square patterns, home decor, tablecloths |
| 265×315 mm / 10.5×12.4 inch | 245×295 mm / 9.6×11.6 inch | perfect for pillow/Vest/Jacket/Hoodies/Sweatshirts back embroidery,Large patterns on jacket backs |
8. FAQ
1) What are the key features of the Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine?
Answer：There are some of the key feature product descriptions for the Elna Expressive 940 embroidery machine as follows:
- Advanced embroidery function: Elna Expressive 940 supports high -precision embroidery function, which can handle complex embroidery projects, suitable for various fabrics.
- Large -sized embroidery area: This machine provides a larger embroidery area, allowing users to work on larger fabrics, which is particularly useful for making large projects.
- Multi -needle embroidery design: Elna 940 adopts multi -needle design and can use multiple color threads, so that users can complete multi -color embroidery without changing threads, which greatly improves work efficiency.
- High -speed embroidery: This model can embroidery at high speeds to ensure that even the most complicated projects can be completed quickly.
- A intuitive touch screen operation: Elna Expressive 940 is equipped with an intuitive touch screen interface to make the setting and embroidery process easier and easy. Users can easily choose the embroidery pattern, adjust the size and color.
- Extensive built -in design and fonts: built -in large amounts of embroidery design and font selection, to meet the needs of different projects, and also support the introduction of custom design through the USB interface.
- Automatic thread cutting and penetration: In order to simplify the operating process, the 940 provides automatic thread cutting and automatic penetration function to make the embroidery process smoother.
- Stable and durable structure: The structure of the Elna Expressive 940 aims to provide stability and durability, and it can maintain high performance even when running for a long time and high -speed embroidery.
2) What are the key features of the Brother PR1X mbroidery machine?
Answer：There are some of the key feature product descriptions for the Brother PR1X embroidery machine as follows:
- Sewing and embroidery two -in -one: Baby Lock Capella has dual functions of sewing and embroidery. Users can complete a variety of handicraft projects on one machine.
- Spacious embroidery areas: provided ample embroidery space, suitable for large projects and complex design production to ensure that users can easily handle embroidery projects of various sizes.
- Advanced LCD touch screen: equipped with intuitive color LCD touch screens, which is convenient for users to choose, edit and customize embroidery patterns. The screen display is clear and the operation is easy to understand.
