Brother PR1055X vs Ricoma MT-1501
The Ricoma MT-1501 has the larger embroidery field, 500 × 360 mm against 360 × 200 mm on the Brother PR1055X. The Brother PR1055X reads PES, PHC and DST; the Ricoma MT-1501 reads DST.
Largest embroidery fields, drawn to scale.
| Spec | Brother PR1055X | Ricoma MT-1501 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Multi-needle commercial | Multi-needle commercial |
| Largest embroidery field | 360 × 200 mm (14 x 8 in) | 500 × 360 mm (19.7 x 14.2 in) |
| File formats | PES, PHC and DST | DST |
| Getting designs on | USB stick; Wireless LAN (Design Database Transfer from a PC) | USB stick; LAN cable from a PC; WiFi |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in designs | Not listed | Not listed |
| Hoops | 14 x 8 in; 5 x 7 in; 4 x 4 in; 2 x 1.5 in | See the maker's hoop list |
| Placements at full size | 13 of 14 | 14 of 14 |
From the makers' published specs, checked October 2026.
Choose the PR1055X if…
- The specs are close; choose by price, dealer support and how it feels to use.
Choose the MT-1501 if…
- You want bigger designs: its 500 × 360 mm field sews 1 more placements at full size.
Only the MT-1501 fits these at full size
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What is the difference between the Brother PR1055X and the Ricoma MT-1501?
The Ricoma MT-1501 has the larger embroidery field, 500 × 360 mm against 360 × 200 mm on the Brother PR1055X. The Brother PR1055X reads PES, PHC and DST; the Ricoma MT-1501 reads DST.
Can the Brother PR1055X and Ricoma MT-1501 use the same designs?
Not the same file: the Brother PR1055X uses PES and the Ricoma MT-1501 uses DST. Convert the file, or download the design in both formats.
Which has the bigger hoop, the PR1055X or the MT-1501?
The Brother PR1055X's largest field is 360 × 200 mm and the Ricoma MT-1501's is 500 × 360 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 or DST. 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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