Brother · Sewing + embroidery · 5 × 7 in · Discontinued
Brother SE1900 review: specs, pros, cons & who it’s for
- Embroidery field
- 5 × 7 in (130 × 180 mm)
- Machine type
- Sewing + embroidery
- Built-in designs
- 138
- Design transfer
- USB
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The short verdict
Choose it ifBuyers who find one used or as remaining stock and want 5 × 7 embroidery plus sewing on a budget.
Skip it ifMost new buyers: Brother lists it as discontinued, and the SE2000 adds wireless and jump stitch trimming.
Brother SE1900 video review
Video by SimplyShy on YouTube. Independent creator content, shown as a reference. It is not part of our scoring.
Overview
The SE1900 was Brother’s best-known 5 × 7 sewing and embroidery combo before the SE2000. Brother’s page lists 138 embroidery designs, 240 built-in stitches, 11 font styles, a 5 × 7 field and USB import.
Brother now lists it as discontinued, and its product data has several internal conflicts (136 vs 138 designs, 11 vs 5 or 6 fonts, and whether it has an automatic thread cutter). The operation manual describes an end-of-color trim function.
If you are comparing a used SE1900 with a new SE2000, the field size is the same. The SE2000 adds wireless transfer, Artspira, jump stitch trimming and more built-in designs.
Lineup note: Discontinued and succeeded by the SE2000.
Brother SE1900 specifications
| Machine type | Sewing + embroidery combination |
|---|---|
| Max embroidery field | 130 × 180 mm (5 × 7 in) |
| Built-in embroidery designs | 138 |
| Built-in fonts | 11 |
| Built-in sewing stitches | 240 |
| Display | 3 × 1.6" touch LCD |
| Design transfer | USB |
| Native file format | PES |
| Notable features | End-of-color thread trim (per manual) |
| Status | Discontinued; may be sold as remaining or used stock |
Pros and cons
Strengths
- 5 × 7 embroidery plus 240 sewing stitches
- Large used market
Limitations
- Discontinued by Brother
- USB only, no wireless
- Brother’s published data conflicts on designs, fonts and thread cutting
- Brother does not state a maximum embroidery speed on its page
Brother SE19005 × 7 in · Sewing + embroidery
Check availability on Amazon ↗Will your designs fit?
The 5 × 7 in label is rounded. The real limit is 130 × 180 mm. Measure the stitched design, not the fabric or the outside of the hoop, and remember a design can sometimes fit after a 90° rotation. Use the hoop fit checker with this machine preselected.
How it compares
Read our full comparison: Brother SE1900 vs SE2000: what changed and which to buy.
| Model | Field | Type | Designs | Max speed | Transfer | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brother SE1900 | 5 × 7 in | Sewing + embroidery | 138 | — | USB | Check price ↗ |
| Brother SE2000 | 5 × 7 in | Sewing + embroidery | 193 | 650 spm | USB, Wi-Fi, Artspira app | Check price ↗ |
| Brother PE800 | 5 × 7 in | Embroidery only | 138 | 650 spm | USB | Check price ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What size designs can the Brother SE1900 embroider?
Brother lists a maximum embroidery field of 130 × 180 mm (about 5.1 × 7.1 in), marketed as 5 × 7 in. A design must fit inside that field; a larger design needs splitting in software and re-hooping, or a machine with a bigger field.
Can the Brother SE1900 sew as well as embroider?
Yes. The Brother SE1900 is a combination machine with 240 built-in sewing stitches. You remove or attach the embroidery unit to switch between sewing and embroidery.
How do you get designs onto the Brother SE1900?
Brother lists these transfer options: USB. The native format is PES. Always check that a purchased design is supplied in a compatible format and at a size that fits the 5 × 7 in field.
How many built-in designs does the Brother SE1900 have?
Brother lists 138 built-in embroidery designs and 11 built-in lettering fonts. Built-in designs are enough for first projects; most people eventually buy or download additional designs.
Is the Brother SE1900 good for beginners?
Buyers who find one used or as remaining stock and want 5 × 7 embroidery plus sewing on a budget. It is less suited to: most new buyers: Brother lists it as discontinued, and the SE2000 adds wireless and jump stitch trimming. This verdict is based on published specifications, not hands-on testing.
How we evaluated it
We compare published manufacturer specifications against beginner needs: design size, sewing vs embroidery workflow, design transfer and built-in content. We have not tested this machine hands-on, and we never invent ratings. Read our methodology.