Sewing and embroidery combo vs embroidery-only machine
Brother M380 vs F540E. Researched from Sewing Machine World listings, 1 November 2026.
Dot's verdict
Want one machine and small designs: M380. Already own a sewing machine and want bigger designs: F540E.
Want one machine and small designs: M380. Already own a sewing machine and want bigger designs: F540E.
Pick Brother M380 (combo) if
you want both in one, £899.
Pick Brother F540E (embroidery only) if
you want a 180 x 130mm field, £1,199.
Field size
The M380 embroiders 100 x 100mm; the F540E 180 x 130mm with jump-stitch trimming.
Side by side
| Brother M380 (combo) | Brother F540E (embroidery only) | |
|---|---|---|
| Embroidery field | 100 x 100mm | 180 x 130mm |
| Sews garments | Yes | No |
| Price (1 Nov 2026) | £899 | £1,199 |
Sources
All checked 1 November 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.