Ricoma
Ricoma EM-1010
$9660
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Ricoma EM-1010 vs Melco EMT16X
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Ricoma EM-1010 is cheaper at $9660. Every spec and price links to its source.
Melco
Melco EMT16X
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Ricoma EM-1010 | Melco EMT16X |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $9660 | — |
| Brand | Ricoma | Melco |
| Released | — | — |
| Max embroidery area (in) | 12.2 x 8.3 in (310 x 210 mm) | 16.1 x 15.5 in |
| Built in designs | 200 | — |
| Stitches per minute | 1000 | 1500 |
| Hoop sizes | 2.8x2in, 4.3x4.3in, 7.5x5.5in, 12.2x8.2in included; 15.75in belt/cap hoop optional | 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 | 10 | 16 |
Sources — Ricoma EM-1010: ricoma.co.za (verified 2026-08-01). Melco EMT16X: melco.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Ricoma EM-1010 and Melco EMT16X?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (6 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Max embroidery area (in): Ricoma EM-1010 12.2 x 8.3 in (310 x 210 mm) vs Melco EMT16X 16.1 x 15.5 in
- Stitches per minute: Ricoma EM-1010 1000 vs Melco EMT16X 1500
- Hoop sizes: Ricoma EM-1010 2.8x2in, 4.3x4.3in, 7.5x5.5in, 12.2x8.2in included; 15.75in belt/cap hoop optional vs Melco EMT16X 14.1x3.25in wide-angle cap frame included; XL hoop and other clamps available as options
- USB import: Ricoma EM-1010 true vs Melco EMT16X false
- Wi-Fi transfer: Ricoma EM-1010 true vs Melco EMT16X false
- Needle count: Ricoma EM-1010 10 vs Melco EMT16X 16