BERNINA 790E Pro Sewing and Embroidery Machine
Precision engineering for advanced sewers, quilters and embroiderers demanding a powerful machine and professional features
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Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered.
We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).
Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).
BERNINA 790E Pro Sewing and Embroidery Machine Product Review
The BERNINA 790E Pro is a large-format all-in-one sewing and embroidery machine built for passionate sewers, quilters and embroiderers who want unmatched stitch precision, advanced embroidery features and seamless design control.
The BERNINA Stitchprecision² technology delivers ultra-smooth and quiet operation with 33% faster embroidery and superior stitch quality while the BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF) feeds fabric simultaneously from top and bottom. The included BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) maintains consistent stitch length during free-motion quilting regardless of your pace. The 10 inches (254mm) to the right of the needle, paired with the included slide-on extension table, gives you room to handle large quilts and substantial projects without constantly repositioning.
The new Customisable Quilt Designs bring the functionality of professional longarm quilting to your embroidery machine. A library of Customisable Quilt Designs with unlimited scaling possibilities, the ability to modify the stitches per inch (SPI) and enhanced quilt securing functions enable you to achieve perfect computerised quilting on your embroidery machine.
The 790E Pro has 500 built-in designs, 25 embroidery alphabets and an embroidery area reaching 400x210mm (15.7x8.3") with the optional Maxi Hoop. There is significant room for intricate and large-scale embroidery work on a professional level. On-screen editing tools let you position, mirror, rotate and scale designs directly on the 7-inch touchscreen, while Group/Ungroup, Endless Embroidery and Shape Designer extend what you can do with combinations and repeated patterns. WiFi connectivity and the Stitchout App let you transfer designs wirelessly and monitor stitching progress from your phone.
Adaptive Thread Tension reads the stitch type and fabric being used and sets tension continuously, so you get clean formation on both sides without manual adjustment. The jumbo bobbin significantly extends thread capacity and upper and lower thread indicators give you advance warning before either runs out. The extensive features don't end there - enjoy 2,040 stitches, including 9 sewing alphabets, 16 buttonhole styles and a Stitch Designer for creating original patterns on the touchscreen.
This is a powerful creative tool with next level specifications covering the full scope of sewing, quilting and decorative work that you'll never outgrow.
Key Features
What makes this machine worth it
Machine Type
Sewing and embroidery machine, large size
Stitch Range
2,040 stitches, 506 decorative, 34 quilting, 37 cross-stitch and 9 alphabets
Control Type
7-inch colour touchscreen with multi-function knobs
Workspace
10 inches (254mm) to the right of the needle; 5 inches height
Needle Configuration
11 needle positions with automatic needle threader
Embroidery Area
Up to 400x210mm (15.7x8.3") with the optional Maxi Hoop; 3 hoops included
Skill Level
Professional sewers, quilters and embroiderers
Machine Weight
14kg
This machine is perfect for
- Serious sewers, dressmakers, quilters and crafters who need one machine for everything - sewing, quilting and embroidery at flagship level
- Passionate quilters who want BSR technology - maintains even free-motion stitches even when sewing speed changes
- Professionals and advanced sewers ready to invest in a "forever machine" they'll never outgrow
Can sew but not ideal for
- Sewers needing portability for classes or sewing retreats. This machine weighs approximately 14kg plus the embroidery module so it's not suitable for transporting between locations
Not suitable for
- Those wanting plug-and-play simplicity - this is a sophisticated machine best suited to experienced sewers
- Sewers who won't use quilting or embroidery features - ask us to recommend a model better suited to your projects or try our Sewing Machine Quiz
Materials and Build Quality
Stitchprecision² technology reduces vibration and noise and delivers up to 33% higher embroidery speed, so long embroidery sessions run faster and quieter. The 14kg full-metal body reflects the construction BERNINA use across their professional range, keeping the machine stable under sustained sewing and embroidery sessions. Thirty LED lights illuminate the sewing area without shadows, giving you clear sight of the needle zone throughout.
The BERNINA Hook system pairs with a jumbo bobbin that holds up to 70% more thread than a standard bobbin, reducing how often you need to stop and reload during long runs. Adaptive Thread Tension reads the current stitch type and fabric and adjusts thread tension continuously, ensuring clean stitch formation on both sides without manual input. Upper and lower thread indicators monitor supply so you receive advance warning before either runs out.
BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF) feeds fabric from both top and bottom simultaneously, using integrated feed teeth rather than a clip-on attachment. This is particularly effective on layered fabrics, thick materials and anything that tends to shift or distort under standard feeding. Sideways Motion feed extends this further, moving fabric laterally to enable the machine's 117 decorative sideways motion stitches without rotating the fabric.
The Difference is in the Details
Enjoy pinpoint precision by seeing exactly where the needle will enter the fabric in every needle position. The BERNINA Pinpoint Laser marks your start and travel points as you sew and embroider.
Swiss manufacturing and a full-metal construction give the 790E Pro the build quality to handle years of intensive use across sewing, quilting and embroidery work. Stitchprecision² technology contributes to long-term mechanical stability and quieter running. BERNINA back the 790E Pro with a 7-year parts and labour warranty that reflects confidence in its construction.
Create your own stitches by drawing your ideas directly onto the touch screen. The B 790 PRO transforms your design into a stitch pattern or alters existing stitches as you wish. Save your very own stitch creations to expand your stitch library.
Built-in sewing and embroidery tutorials walk you through the machine's full feature set at your own pace, covering both the stitching and embroidery sides without needing to reach for a manual. The Stitch Designer lets you draw and edit your own stitch patterns directly on the touchscreen, so your stitch library grows as your skills do. Our YouTube channel and website carry additional tutorials to help you get more from your machine.
The new Customisable Quilt Designs (.bqm) bring the functionality of professional longarm quilting to your embroidery machine. Unlimited scaling possibilities, the ability to modify the stitches per inch (SPI) and enhanced quilt securing functions enable you to achieve perfect computerised quilting on your embroidery machine.
BERNINA 790E Pro: A Machine for Every Maker
And every project
Sewing and Quilting at Scale
The 10-inch workspace and included extension table give large quilts and substantial sewing projects the room they need from start to finish. BERNINA Dual Feed handles layered fabrics reliably, and the BSR means free-motion quilting stays precise regardless of how your pace varies across a project.
Embroidery with Room to Work
With up to 400x210mm available using the optional Maxi Hoop, large-scale embroidery work is well within reach. On-screen design editing, automatic hoop recognition and tools including Shape Designer and Endless Embroidery mean you can build, arrange and repeat designs exactly as you envision them, without switching between programs.
A Stitch and Design Library That Grows with You
With 2,040 stitches, 500 embroidery designs, 25 embroidery alphabets and the Stitch Designer for creating original patterns, the 790E Pro gives you more to work with as your skills grow. The Personal Program and History function keep your most-used configurations a tap away.
Inside the BERNINA 790E Pro
Stitchprecision² Technology
A redesigned mechanical system that reduces vibration and noise at every speed, so stitch quality stays consistent throughout long sewing, quilting and embroidery sessions.
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)
Reads your hand movement speed and adjusts stitch length in real time during free-motion quilting, keeping stitches even. Works on straight stitch and zigzag.
Adaptive Thread Tension and BERNINA Hook System
Detects stitch type and fabric and sets tension continuously, giving clean formation on both sides without manual adjustment. The jumbo bobbin holds 70% more thread than a standard bobbin.
BERNINA Dual Feed and Pinpoint Laser
BDF feeds fabric from top and bottom simultaneously, preventing shifting on layered or difficult fabrics. The Pinpoint Laser marks the exact needle entry point across all 11 needle positions and shows travel points as you stitch, so design placement stays accurate throughout.
Alignment of Designs and Shape Designer
Easily align and distribute embroidery designs horizontally and vertically. Use Multi-line Lettering and Text Alignment to personalise your text placement. Duplicate designs with one click and arrange them in your desired formation. Whether in a circle, square or heart, new and unique design combinations will emerge.
Product Specifications
Accessories In The Box
- 1 x Accessories box
- 1 x Free Hand System (Knee Lift)
- 1 x Slide-on table (Extension table)
- 3 x Spool disc
- 4 x Bobbin
- 2 x Foam pad
- 1 x Touchscreen pen
- 1 x Seam ripper
- 1 x Height compensating tool
- 1 x Selection of needles
- 1 x Seam Guide, right
- 1 x Straight stitch plate
- 1 x Screwdriver Torx, gray
- 1 x Screwdriver red (slot)
- 1 x Angular Torx wrench
- 1 x Brush
- 1 x Oil Pen
- 1 x Power cable
- 1 x Foot control
Feet In The Box
- 1 x BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)
- 1 x Reverse-pattern foot #1C
- 1 x Reverse-pattern foot #1D
- 1 x Buttonhole foot with slide #3A
- 1 x Zipper foot #4D
- 1 x Blindstitch foot #5V
- 1 x Jeans Foot #8D
- 1 x Open Embroidery Foot #20C
- 1 x Drop-shaped embroidery foot #26L
- 1 x Sideways-motion foot #40C
- 1 x Overlock foot #2A
Hoops In The Box
- 1 x Small Embroidery Hoop (50 x 72mm)
- 1 x Medium Embroidery Hoop (100 x 130mm)
- 1 x Large Oval Embroidery Hoop (145 x 255mm)
Manufacturers Specifications
- Hook system - BERNINA Hook
- Maximum sewing speed (stitches per minute) - 1000
- Sewing space to the right of the needle - 10 Inch / 254 mm 10 Inch
- Colour touch screen - 7 Inch / 17.8 cm
- LED sewing lights - 30 LED
- Multi-function knobs
- Maximum stitch width - 9mm
- Maximum stitch length - 6mm
- Needle positions - 11
- Sewing in each needle position
- Number of spool holders - 2
- Automatic needle threader
- Automatic thread cutter
- Adjustable presser foot pressure
- Manual thread cutter - 3
- BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)
- Adaptive Thread Tension
- Create and save stitch combinations
- Memory (short-term/altered stitches)
- Memory (long-term/altered stitches)
- BSR enabled, straight stitch and zigzag (separate BSR foot required)
- Start/stop button (stitching without foot control)
- Slide speed control
- Upper thread indicator
- Lower thread indicator
- USB interface for PC connection
- USB interface for USB data stick
- Changing stitch settings while sewing
- BERNINA foot control with back-kick function
- Needle stop up/down
- Drag & Drop
- Bobbin winding while sewing/embroidering
- On-screen help
- Sewing tutorial
- Embroidery tutorial
- Creative consultant
- Personal program
- History function (most-recently-used stitch patterns)
- Setup program
- Eco mode
- Machine weight - 14 kg
- Machine size (inch) - 20.5x8.4x14.1
Machine Dimensions & Weight
- Machine size (W x D x H): 20.5" x 8.4" x 14.1"
- Machine weight: 14kg
- Sewing space to the right of the needle: 10 inches / 254mm
- Workspace height: 5 inches
- Colour touchscreen: 7 inches (18cm)
Stitch Options and Controls
- 2,040 stitches (including alphabets)
- Utility stitches: 32
- Decorative stitches: 506
- Decorative sideways motion stitches: 117
- Quilting stitches: 34
- Cross-stitch programs: 37
- Tapering/skyline stitches: 28/27
- Sewing alphabets: 9
- Buttonholes (including eyelet): 16
- Darning programs: 2
- Maximum stitch width: 9mm
- Maximum stitch length: 6mm
- Maximum sewing speed: 1,000 stitches per minute
- Needle positions: 11
- Sewing in each needle position: Yes
- Number of spool holders: 2
- LCD display: 7-inch colour touchscreen
- Built-in embroidery designs: 500
- Embroidery alphabets: 25
- Embroidery design formats supported: EXP, DST, PES, JEF, SEW, PCS, XXX
- Maximum embroidery area: 400x210mm (15.7x8.3") with optional Maxi Hoop
- Maximum embroidery speed: 1,000 stitches per minute
Sewing Features and Functions
- Stitchprecision² technology
- BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)
- BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR): straight stitch and zigzag (included)
- Adaptive Thread Tension
- Automatic thread cutter
- Automatic needle threader
- Adjustable presser foot pressure
- Manual thread cutter: 3
- 360° directional sewing
- Sideways Motion feed
- Stitch Designer
- Pinpoint Laser
- Automatic buttonhole with automatic length measuring system
- Manual multi-step buttonhole
- Button sew-on program
- Pattern start/end function
- Elongation
- Programmable securing function
- Connecting stitches
- Monograms with sideways motion
- Tapering/skyline stitches
- Start/stop button (stitching without foot control)
- Slide speed control
- Needle stop up/down
- Changing stitch settings while sewing
- Bobbin winding while sewing/embroidering
- Upper thread indicator
- Lower thread indicator
- Create and save stitch combinations
- Memory: short-term and long-term altered stitches
- Personal Program
- History function
- On-screen help
- Sewing tutorial
- Creative Consultant
- Setup program
- Eco mode
- BERNINA foot control with back-kick function
- Multi-function knobs
- LED sewing lights: 30
Embroidery Features and Functions
- Drag and Drop
- On-screen editing: positioning, mirroring, rotating, scaling, combining
- Pinpoint Placement
- Undo/Redo
- Group/Ungroup
- Rearrange embroidery designs in combination
- Endless Embroidery
- Shape Designer
- WordArt
- Color Resequence
- Invisible Secure
- Smart Secure
- Thread-up Command
- Programmable jump stitch cutting
- Thread Away Mode
- Sequence control
- Basting
- Position recall
- Cut jump stitches
- Importing stitch patterns
- Personal memory for embroidery designs
- Automatic hoop recognition
- Freearm embroidery
- Midi hoop functionality (265x165mm)
- Mega hoop functionality (400x150mm)
- Maxi hoop functionality (400x210mm)
- Jumbo hoop functionality (limited, 400x210mm)
- Embroidery Consultant
- Customisable Quilt Designs (.bqm)
Needle System
- Hook system: BERNINA Hook
- Bobbin: jumbo bobbin, holds up to 70% more thread than a standard bobbin
- Front-loading bobbin
Connectivity
- WiFi connectivity
- Stitchout App compatible
- USB interface for PC connection
- USB interface for USB data stick
Warranty & Support
The BERNINA 790E Pro is covered by a full BERNINA 7-year parts and labour warranty. Our support team is here if you ever need help or servicing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Let us help with the answers.
What is the difference between the BERNINA 790E Pro and the BERNINA 790 Pro?
The 790E Pro has a built-in embroidery system, so it functions as a sewing, quilting and embroidery machine straight out of the box. The 790 Pro is a sewing and quilting machine with no embroidery capability built in, though an optional embroidery module can be added later. If embroidery is already part of your plans, the 790E Pro is the more direct route.
What embroidery area does the 790E Pro support?
The standard included hoops give you a maximum embroidery field of 145x255mm with the Large Oval Hoop. With the optional Maxi Hoop, that extends to 400x210mm (15.7x8.3"), which is large enough for substantial border work, full-back jacket designs and other larger embroidery projects. The machine recognises which hoop is attached and adjusts the embroidery field automatically.
Can I transfer embroidery designs wirelessly?
Yes. The 790E Pro has built-in WiFi, and the Stitchout App lets you send designs directly from a compatible device to the machine without a USB stick. The app also lets you monitor embroidery progress remotely, so you can keep an eye on a long stitch-out without sitting at the machine throughout.
How does the BERNINA Stitch Regulator help with free-motion quilting?
The BSR reads your hand movement speed as you guide the fabric and adjusts stitch length in real time to keep stitches consistent. This is particularly useful on tight curves and open areas where your pace naturally varies. It works on both straight stitch and zigzag, and the BSR foot required is included with the machine.
Can I create my own stitch patterns on the 790E Pro?
Yes. The Stitch Designer lets you draw, edit and combine stitch elements directly on the 7-inch touchscreen without any prior technical knowledge of stitch programming. Finished patterns are saved to the machine's long-term memory through the Personal Program, so anything you create is available to use again on future projects.
