Ricoma EM-1010 vs MT-1501
The Ricoma MT-1501 has the larger embroidery field, 500 × 360 mm against 310 × 210 mm on the Ricoma EM-1010. The Ricoma EM-1010 reads DST and DSB; the Ricoma MT-1501 reads DST. Only the Ricoma MT-1501 lists Wi-Fi transfer.
Largest embroidery fields, drawn to scale.
| Spec | Ricoma EM-1010 | Ricoma MT-1501 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Multi-needle commercial | Multi-needle commercial |
| Largest embroidery field | 310 × 210 mm (12.2 x 8.3 in) | 500 × 360 mm (19.7 x 14.2 in) |
| File formats | DST and DSB | DST |
| Getting designs on | USB stick; LAN cable from a PC | USB stick; LAN cable from a PC; WiFi |
| Wi-Fi | Not listed | Yes |
| Built-in designs | Not listed | Not listed |
| Hoops | A, 2.7 x 1.9 in; B, 4.3 x 4.3 in; C, 7.5 x 5.5 in; D, 12.2 x 8.2 in | See the maker's hoop list |
| Placements at full size | 14 of 14 | 14 of 14 |
From the makers' published specs, checked October 2026.
Choose the EM-1010 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 larger designs in one hooping.
- You want to send designs over Wi-Fi instead of a USB stick.
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What is the difference between the Ricoma EM-1010 and the Ricoma MT-1501?
The Ricoma MT-1501 has the larger embroidery field, 500 × 360 mm against 310 × 210 mm on the Ricoma EM-1010. The Ricoma EM-1010 reads DST and DSB; the Ricoma MT-1501 reads DST. Only the Ricoma MT-1501 lists Wi-Fi transfer.
Can the Ricoma EM-1010 and Ricoma MT-1501 use the same designs?
Yes, as long as the design fits the smaller field. Both use DST files.
Which has the bigger hoop, the EM-1010 or the MT-1501?
The Ricoma EM-1010's largest field is 310 × 210 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 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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