Buying Guides

The Brother Aveneer EV1-LE and Husqvarna Viking Designer Epic 3 are the two most capable machines we sell. If you're shopping at the summit, this dealer's head-to-head is the one comparison you need. Contact ThreadWorks for current dealer pricing.

The Designer Ruby 90 and Designer Epic 3 are the top of the Husqvarna Viking range — and the gap between them is substantial. Here's our dealer-honest breakdown of who should buy which. Contact ThreadWorks for current dealer pricing.

Combo machine, single-needle, or multi-needle? This complete 2026 embroidery machine buying guide compares hoop sizes, stitch speeds, and every price tier so you buy the right machine the first time.

Husqvarna Viking machines are known for Swedish engineering, exclusive sensor technology, and embroidery capability that rivals machines twice the price. In this guide we compare every Viking model we carry — from the beginner-friendly ONYX 30 to the flagship Designer Epic 3 — so you can pick the right machine with confidence.