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Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 vs Melco EMT16X

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 is cheaper at $25999. Every spec and price links to its source.

Full spec sheet

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Spec Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 Melco EMT16X
US price $25999
BrandHusqvarna VikingMelco
Released
Max embroidery area (in) 18.1 x 17.7 in (460 x 450 mm) 16.1 x 15.5 in
Built in designs
Stitches per minute 1500
Hoop sizes Regal 18.3x10.2in (465x260mm), Royal II 14.2x7.9in (360x200mm), Jewel II 9.4x5.9in (240x150mm), Splendid Square II 4.7x4.7in (120x120mm) included 14.1x3.25in wide-angle cap frame included; XL hoop and other clamps available as options
Touchscreen size (in) 10.1
USB import Yes No
Wi-Fi transfer Yes No
Needle count 1 16

Sources — Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3: smithowensew.com (verified 2026-08-01). Melco EMT16X: melco.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 and Melco EMT16X?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (5 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Max embroidery area (in): Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 18.1 x 17.7 in (460 x 450 mm) vs Melco EMT16X 16.1 x 15.5 in
  • Hoop sizes: Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 Regal 18.3x10.2in (465x260mm), Royal II 14.2x7.9in (360x200mm), Jewel II 9.4x5.9in (240x150mm), Splendid Square II 4.7x4.7in (120x120mm) included vs Melco EMT16X 14.1x3.25in wide-angle cap frame included; XL hoop and other clamps available as options
  • USB import: Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 true vs Melco EMT16X false
  • Wi-Fi transfer: Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 true vs Melco EMT16X false
  • Needle count: Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 1 vs Melco EMT16X 16

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