Janome Memory Craft 9850 vs Skyline S9
The Janome Memory Craft 9850 and Janome Skyline S9 have the same 170 × 200 mm embroidery field. The Janome Memory Craft 9850 reads JEF and JEF+; the Janome Skyline S9 reads JEF, JEF+, JPX and DST. Only the Janome Skyline S9 lists Wi-Fi transfer. The Janome Skyline S9 has more built-in designs (250 vs 175).
Largest embroidery fields, drawn to scale.
| Spec | Janome Memory Craft 9850 | Janome Skyline S9 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sewing and embroidery | Sewing and embroidery |
| Largest embroidery field | 170 × 200 mm (6.7 x 7.9 in) | 170 × 200 mm (6.7 x 7.9 in) |
| File formats | JEF and JEF+ | JEF, JEF+, JPX and DST |
| Getting designs on | USB stick | USB stick; WiFi (from a computer or the AcuEdit iPad app) |
| Wi-Fi | Not listed | Yes |
| Built-in designs | 175 | 250 |
| Hoops | RE20a, 6.7 x 7.9 in; SQ14a, 5.5 x 5.5 in | RE20a, 6.7 x 7.9 in; SQ14a, 5.5 x 5.5 in; FA10a, 3.9 x 1.6 in |
| Placements at full size | 10 of 14 | 10 of 14 |
From the makers' published specs, checked October 2026.
Choose the Memory Craft 9850 if…
- The same 170 × 200 mm field as the Janome Skyline S9, so designs fit both.
Choose the Skyline S9 if…
- The same 170 × 200 mm field as the Janome Memory Craft 9850, so designs fit both.
- You want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick.
- You want more built-in designs (250).
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What is the difference between the Janome Memory Craft 9850 and the Janome Skyline S9?
The Janome Memory Craft 9850 and Janome Skyline S9 have the same 170 × 200 mm embroidery field. The Janome Memory Craft 9850 reads JEF and JEF+; the Janome Skyline S9 reads JEF, JEF+, JPX and DST. Only the Janome Skyline S9 lists Wi-Fi transfer. The Janome Skyline S9 has more built-in designs (250 vs 175).
Can the Janome Memory Craft 9850 and Janome Skyline S9 use the same designs?
Yes, as long as the design fits the smaller field. Both use JEF files.
Which has the bigger hoop, the Memory Craft 9850 or the Skyline S9?
The Janome Memory Craft 9850's largest field is 170 × 200 mm and the Janome Skyline S9's is 170 × 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 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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