Brother SE600 vs SE625: Differences Compared

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If you want to compare the Brother SE600 vs SE625 sewing and embroidery machines, I’ve got you covered.

When I first decided to purchase a Brother embroidery machine, I was overwhelmed with the options. If you’ve never used an embroidery machine, how do you even know how to pick the best machine?

I did know I wanted to purchase a 2-in-1 sewing and embroidery machine that would perform basic sewing tasks and do embroidery. Two of the best options for beginners then were the Brother SE600 and the Brother SE625. 

They were pretty similar in price and seemed almost identical at first glance. Upon further investigation, I found a few very subtle differences do exist. 

I ended up purchasing the Brother SE625 because at the time it was the better price. So, what’s the difference between the Brother SE600 and Brother SE625? Well, mostly just the color and added designs on the SE625. 

However, read on for an in-depth comparison of the Brother SE600 vs SE625 sewing and embroidery machines so you can learn which you prefer! I’ll also go over some of the features of both machines to explain the awesome things they can do.

Quick Comparison Chart

	Brother SE600	Brother SE625
Dimensions	21.2" x 15.5" x 16.5"	21.1" x 15.3" x 16.4"
Combination sewing and embroidery?	Yes	Yes
Embroidery Area	4"x4"	4"x4"
Built-in stitches	103	103
Included embroidery designs	80	80 built-in + 200 on a CD
Presser feet included	7	7
LCD touch screen	3.2" smart screen	3.2" smart screen
Advanced needle threader	Yes	Yes
Free arm	Yes	Yes
USB Connectivity	Computer or USB stick	Computer or USB stick
Maximum stitch speed	710 spm	710 spm
Warranty	25-year limited	25-year limited

Brother SE600 vs. SE625: The Similarities

Now it’s time to go into a little more depth on some of the similar features between these two nearly identical computerized embroidery machines.

Sewing Features: Stitches, Presser Feet, and More

Both machines contain 103 built-in stitches. The complete breakdown can be seen in my more thorough Brother SE600 review post.

The same seven sewing accessory feet are included with both machines: a spring action zigzag foot, buttonhole foot, button sewing foot, overcasting foot, monogramming foot, zipper foot, and blind stitch foot. These allow you to accomplish most sewing tasks. 

Additional sewing feet can be purchased, such as a spring-action quilting foot, walking foot, side cutter overlock foot, or 1/4″ piecing foot.

The maximum sewing speed is 710 stitches per minute, which is a little slower than many of Brother’s computerized sewing and quilting combination machines.

Both the Brother SE600 and Brother SE625 are free-arm sewing machines, meaning when the flat-bed compartment at the front is removed, a small cylindrical arm remains. 

This facilitates sewing tubular items such as jean hems and shirt sleeves. Or sewing doll clothes, which is the case for this mom of daughters! You also have to remove the free arm to insert the embroidery arm.

Embroidery Features: Hoop Size, Touch Screen, and More

The maximum embroidery field area is 4″x4″ on both the Brother SE600 and SE625. One 4″x4″ hoop is included with your purchase.

While this is much smaller than the 5″x7″ hoop size of the Brother PE800 embroidery machine or SE1900 combo machine, you’ll be able to monogram and embroider most small items.  

For your reference, below is the 5″x7″ hoop that came with my Brother SE1900 with the 4″x4″ hoop of the Brother SE625 and Brother SE600. (If you’re worried about the small 4″x4″ size, you might enjoy reading: What can you embroider with a 4×4 hoop?)

Both machines also include the embroidery foot and embroidery arm that are required for embroidery or monogramming.

The 3.2″ LCD touch screen allows for stitch selection and embroidery pattern selection. What’s nifty about this is you can alter your design size, orientation, and even colors directly on the touchscreen. 

You are also able to preview your design before starting to embroider. Double-checking saves you from spending some extra time with your seam ripper on a failed project!

On-screen, you’ll also find tutorials. Here are 8 of the offered tutorials so you don’t always have to have your instruction manual near you.

Computer and USB Connectivity

Both machines have a built-in USB port on the side. You can directly connect your computer, or you can transport designs using a USB flash drive.

Hundreds and thousands of embroidery designs and fonts are available online from iBroidery (Brother’s official store), Etsy, and more. Performing an online search for your desired design will also turn up both paid and free patterns.

If you have your own embroidery software (how you create your own designs or monograms), you can transfer these files as well to your machine. The most common design file format is .pes.

Warranty

Both machines feature the traditional 25-year limited warranty (2/6/25) from Brother. Make sure to read the fine print and keep a copy of your purchase receipt!

The Differences

The list of differences between these two machines is very small. In general, Walmart sells the Brother SE625, while Amazon and other online retailers prefer to carry the Brother SE600.

1. The Look of the Machines

The graphics on the faces of the machines are different. It seems as if Brother created the two machine faceplates in different colors only so users could differentiate between the two similar machines. 

The Brother SE600 features a silver or gray-toned faceplate, while the SE625 boasts a gold or light brown front. Both feature floral designs, although there are slight differences in them.

The official videos from Brother showcasing their Brother SE600 and Brother SE625 machines show the difference in appearance and also describe more features of these machines. 

2. Included Embroidery Designs

Both the Brother SE600 and Brother SE625 contain the same 80 built-in embroidery designs on the machine. (Refer to Brother’s embroidery design guide for more information.)

The fonts are also the same. Here are the 6 English fonts of both machines.

The difference comes in where the Brother SE625 includes an extra 200 designs pre-loaded on a CD. 

However, I’m not sure why Brother would preload an archaic CD with designs, though. I would much prefer the designs already on a USB flash drive that I can plug right into my SE625. Since many laptop computers (like mine!) no longer have CD drives, that may get you in a pickle with accessing those additional CD designs.

This video of the Brother SE625 embroidery designs will give you more of an idea of what extra designs are included. I don’t think they’re that stellar. I choose to design most of my own designs or download them (here’s a list of where to find free embroidery designs!)

Brother SE600 vs. SE625 vs. SE630

The SE630 is the updated version of the SE625 and SE600 machines and has a blue faceplate.

While features and use are almost identical and all 3 machines include the same 80 built-in designs, the biggest difference is the Brother SE630 includes an extra 400 downloadable designs through iBroidery.com. 

Compare this to the 200 extra designs on CD with the SE625 and no additional designs with the SE600. 

Brother SE600 vs SE625 – Final Answer

The Brother SE600 and SE625 machines are identical with the exception of different colored faceplates (SE600 is silver and SE625 is gold) and the inclusion of 200 additional embroidery designs on a CD with the Brother SE625.

Technically, while the Brother SE625 comes with 200 more embroidery designs on a CD, the USB connectivity allows you to plug in a USB drive or your computer to transfer designs on both machines.

With so many free and low-cost embroidery patterns available online, I don’t see this as a significant advantage for the Brother SE625. Unless, of course, you’re not tech-savvy and don’t want to have to deal with finding your own designs. In that case, lean towards the Brother SE625!

If I were choosing between the two and didn’t have a preferred retailer, I’d price compare and then pick the one that’s more affordable that day! That’s what I did when I purchased my Brother SE625.

And while you’re here, feel free to browse around my Brother SE625 review for more information about how to use these two sewing embroidery combos! 

I’ve also made a post of my must-have beginner embroidery supplies. Give that a look to help you decide which stabilizers, threads, and more you need to get started embroidering.