Baby Lock Alliance vs Brother PE900
The Baby Lock Alliance has the larger embroidery field, 200 × 200 mm against 130 × 180 mm on the Brother PE900. The Baby Lock Alliance reads PES, PHC, PEC and DST; the Brother PE900 reads PES, PHC and DST. Only the Brother PE900 lists Wi-Fi transfer. The Brother PE900 has more built-in designs (193 vs 125).
Largest embroidery fields, drawn to scale.
| Spec | Baby Lock Alliance | Brother PE900 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Embroidery only | Embroidery only |
| Largest embroidery field | 200 × 200 mm (8 x 8 in) | 130 × 180 mm (5 x 7 in) |
| File formats | PES, PHC, PEC and DST | PES, PHC and DST |
| Getting designs on | USB stick; USB cable (Type B port) | USB stick; Wireless LAN (Artspira app) |
| Wi-Fi | Not listed | Yes |
| Built-in designs | 125 | 193 |
| Hoops | See the maker's hoop list | 5 x 7 in |
| Placements at full size | 10 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
From the makers' published specs, checked October 2026.
Choose the Alliance if…
- You want bigger designs: its 200 × 200 mm field sews larger designs in one hooping.
Choose the PE900 if…
- You want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick.
- You want more built-in designs (193).
- You mostly sew smaller designs such as names, monograms and left chest logos.
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What is the difference between the Baby Lock Alliance and the Brother PE900?
The Baby Lock Alliance has the larger embroidery field, 200 × 200 mm against 130 × 180 mm on the Brother PE900. The Baby Lock Alliance reads PES, PHC, PEC and DST; the Brother PE900 reads PES, PHC and DST. Only the Brother PE900 lists Wi-Fi transfer. The Brother PE900 has more built-in designs (193 vs 125).
Can the Baby Lock Alliance and Brother PE900 use the same designs?
Yes, as long as the design fits the smaller field. Both use PES files.
Which has the bigger hoop, the Alliance or the PE900?
The Baby Lock Alliance's largest field is 200 × 200 mm and the Brother PE900's is 130 × 180 mm.
Can I make my own designs for either machine?
Yes. Upload a logo or picture to Embrizo, set the size for your hoop and download PES. Digitizing and previewing are free with an account.
Where do these specs come from?
From each maker's published specifications, checked in October 2026. Check the current model page or your dealer before you buy.
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