# Bernina 590E vs Melco EMT16X: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the Bernina 590E (Bernina) and Melco EMT16X (Melco) among embroidery machines.

## Side by side

| Spec | Bernina 590E | Melco EMT16X |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | $8499 | not published |
| Brand | Bernina | Melco |
| Max embroidery area (in) | 15.7 x 5.9 in (400 x 150 mm) | 16.1 x 15.5 in |
| Built in designs | 275 | — |
| Stitches per minute | 1000 | 1500 |
| Hoop sizes | Large Oval + Medium hoop included; compatible with full RM1-RM6 range up to the 400x150mm Mega Hoop | 14.1x3.25in wide-angle cap frame included; XL hoop and other clamps available as options |
| Touchscreen size (in) | 4.3 | — |
| USB import | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi transfer | No | No |
| Needle count | 1 | 16 |

## Key differences

- Max embroidery area (in): Bernina 590E 15.7 x 5.9 in (400 x 150 mm) vs Melco EMT16X 16.1 x 15.5 in
- Stitches per minute: Bernina 590E 1000 vs Melco EMT16X 1500
- Hoop sizes: Bernina 590E Large Oval + Medium hoop included; compatible with full RM1-RM6 range up to the 400x150mm Mega Hoop vs Melco EMT16X 14.1x3.25in wide-angle cap frame included; XL hoop and other clamps available as options
- USB import: Bernina 590E Yes vs Melco EMT16X No
- Needle count: Bernina 590E 1 vs Melco EMT16X 16

## Sources

- Bernina 590E: https://shop.bernina.com.au/bernina-590e (shop.bernina.com.au, verified 2026-08-01)
- Melco EMT16X: https://melco.com/melco-emt16x/ (melco.com, verified 2026-08-01)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/embroidery-machines/bernina-590e-vs-melco-emt16x/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, Bernina 590E ($8499) vs Melco EMT16X (not published) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/embroidery-machines/bernina-590e-vs-melco-emt16x/
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