Brother PR680W vs Janome MB-7
The Brother PR680W has the larger embroidery field, 200 × 300 mm against 240 × 200 mm on the Janome MB-7. The Brother PR680W reads PES, PHC and DST; the Janome MB-7 reads JEF, JEF+ and DST. Only the Brother PR680W lists Wi-Fi transfer.
Largest embroidery fields, drawn to scale.
| Spec | Brother PR680W | Janome MB-7 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Multi-needle commercial | Multi-needle commercial |
| Largest embroidery field | 200 × 300 mm (8 x 12 in) | 240 × 200 mm (9.4 x 7.9 in) |
| File formats | PES, PHC and DST | JEF, JEF+ and DST |
| Getting designs on | USB stick; Wireless LAN (Design Database Transfer from a PC); Wireless LAN (Artspira app) | USB stick; USB cable to a PC (included) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Not listed |
| Built-in designs | Not listed | 50 |
| Hoops | 1.5 x 2 in; 4 x 4 in; 5 x 7 in; 8 x 12 in | M1, 240 x 200 mm; M2, 126 x 110 mm; M3, 50 x 50 mm |
| Placements at full size | 13 of 14 | 12 of 14 |
From the makers' published specs, checked October 2026.
Choose the PR680W if…
- You want bigger designs: its 200 × 300 mm field sews 1 more placements at full size.
- You want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick.
Only the PR680W fits these at full size
Brother PR680W specs and hoopsChoose the MB-7 if…
- The specs are close; choose by price, dealer support and how it feels to use.
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What is the difference between the Brother PR680W and the Janome MB-7?
The Brother PR680W has the larger embroidery field, 200 × 300 mm against 240 × 200 mm on the Janome MB-7. The Brother PR680W reads PES, PHC and DST; the Janome MB-7 reads JEF, JEF+ and DST. Only the Brother PR680W lists Wi-Fi transfer.
Can the Brother PR680W and Janome MB-7 use the same designs?
Not the same file: the Brother PR680W uses PES and the Janome MB-7 uses JEF. Convert the file, or download the design in both formats.
Which has the bigger hoop, the PR680W or the MB-7?
The Brother PR680W's largest field is 200 × 300 mm and the Janome MB-7's is 240 × 200 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 JEF. 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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