Brother Stellaire Innovis XE1 Computerized Embroidery Machine with Free Brother ScanNCut SDX325

When Brother introduced this machine in summer of 2019, I was immediately drawn to it. I have been waiting for a TOL embroidery-only single needle machine that had all the features of "My Design Center". I already own several sewing machines, and a serger and did not need to duplicate those features with a TOL machine in order to also get the embroidery features I was seeking. I love that the Stellaire series has both combo and embroidery only option machines. The Stellaire XE1 gives me all that I wished for in an embroidery machine without repeating the sewing features I already have in other machines I own. I purchased this almost a year ago, and have been gradually learning the wonderful features, such as a HUGE hoop, amazing needle threading, My Design Center, tons of included designs including my favorite, DISNEY!. There is still a lot I want to learn, and I am so looking forward to the end of this pandemic and to the day I can take some proper classes at my favorite dealership. This is my third Brother machine that embroiders. I also own a Brother 1250D (combo machine), and had owned a Brother NQ1400E (traded in to get my Stellaire XE1). I also own a Brother SM1704, and a Disney version Scan n Cut. I recently bought my daughter a Brother NS1759D. You could say that I am a HUGE Brother fan, and I always recommend to people searching for a machine to check out the Brother line.

Absolutely love this embroidery machine. I've had it for about a month now. Previously I had a Viking Designer 1, which I thought was good until I got this machine. The embroidery quality is really nice. The only needle I broke was when I accidently had a strap under the embroidery hoop. I have used Robison Anton Rayon threads and new polyester (Simthread from Amazon) and have not broken a thread yet. The tension on the thread is so good that I can run the thread with or without a thread net. I'm still in the process of mastering all the things it is able to do, so I keep the book handy. But I am so very glad I bought this machine. It is now my favorite hobby because the machine runs so very well.

I absolutely LOVE my Innov-is XE1, it runs so smoothly and the multitude of designs it has and the sizes I can do compared to my last machine is so much greater.

This is my fifth Brother embroidery machine. They just keep getting better. I haven't even begun to explore the many options this machine does. I think I will enjoy it for a long time to come.

I don't regret my purchase! This machine can do everything and I'm learning something everyday. And by the way my first time owning an embroidery machine. I wake up every morning wanting to explore more. Pictures will come later!

This is a great machine, embroiders beautifully. It has a large screen, and great features. The only issue I had with it is the needle cover plate kept coming loose while embroidering and the machine would stop. Then I would have to take it all apart, Reset the needle plate cover. While it's not enough to make me hate the machine, it is frustrating and time consuming, espescially when prepping for a craft show. I don't have this issue with my other Brother sewing/embroidery machine.

My machine seems so awesome, but I need more education on it to really use it to the fullest potential. I bought from a dealership and have taken it back 2X's and did not learn anything new or that would benefit me. Kinda disappointed with the lack of education for this awesome machine, hence the low rating. If I could experience the full potential, I'm sure it would be 10 stars.

I purchased my XE1 to help with quilting because free-motion on my domestic sewing machine is too hard on my shoulders. While the XE1 does do quilting, I find the hoop very hard on my hands. the built in quilting designs are limited, and the stitching scale is too small for most projects. the embroidery is lovely and fun to use, but unfortunately not what I purchased the machine for. I wish I had sprung for the next level up with the built in camera for better hooping and precision.

I enjoy Brother machines overall BUT 2 boards need replaced in my Stellaire & Dream2 machine currently. But there's an issue with receiving them from Thaiwan. Ggrrrr... My patience is worn.

Purchased this machine to help me with quilting. The My Design Center feature is not accurate at all. Looks great on the screen, but stitches into areas where it shouldn't. Takes a lot of time to get the design drawn in My Design Center. Repair shop couldn't figure out the problem, couldn't get ahold of anyone at Brother for a full month, so finally replaced the machine. Same problem with replacement, plus tension problems. For this high price, I expected better quality.