So, how much does a sewing/embroidery machine cost? In the case of Bernina, A LOT. Here are some Bernina Sewing Machines Prices.
Bernina Sewing Machines Prices
Bernina machines are reliable and capable – but they cost a small fortune! These prices come directly from Bernina, but keep in mind that dealer’s don’t list prices online, and DON’T sell them Berninas online. You’ll need to call each store to shop for prices.
Bernina Sewing Machines Price List
| Bernina 880 PLUS | Sewing, Embroidery, Quilting | $16,499 |
| Bernina 790 PLUS | Sewing, Embroidery | $12,999 |
| Bernina 770 QE E | Sewing, Embroidery, Quilting | $9,499 |
| Bernina 770 QE | Sewing, Quilting | $6,999 |
| Bernina 740 | Sewing, Quilting | $5,999 |
| Bernina 590 | Sewing, Embroidery, Quilting | $8,199 |
| Bernina 570 QE E | Sewing, Embroidery, Quilting | $6,999 |
| Bernina 570 QE | Sewing, Quilting | $5,399 |
| Bernina 535 | Sewing | $3,799 |
| Bernina 535 E | Sewing, Embroidery | $5,399 |
| Bernina 480 | Sewing | $3,149 |
| Bernina 475 QE | Sewing, Quilting | $2,749 |
PS. Looking for something more affordable? Keep reading for our top picks from Bernina’s sister company Bernette!
Bernette – The Affordable Bernina Sewing Machine
Bernette sewing machines are manufactured by Bernina. They are the Bernina’s company’s budget friendly brand – which is still manufactured in Switzerland and come at an incredible value when compared to Bernina’s pricier machines. These machines are also sold online while the main Bernina machines are not and require you go through a local dealer or over the phone.
(Below is our Editor’s pick but keep reading for the full Bernette price list!)
Editor’s Pick – Our Favorite Bernette by Bernina Sewing Machine!
Bernette B77
The Bernette B77 is our editor’s pick! This fantastic sewing and quilting machine offers tons of great features, and sister company Bernette comes at a steep discount when compared to parent Bernina.
BUT, still offers the same quality and Swiss craftsmen-ship you’ve come to expect from them.
The best feature of this particular machine is that it is dual feed. This means that when engaged, it will help you to keep the fabric layers even. A useful feature for matching up patterns like plaid, or working with heavy fabrics which can get shifted during sewing.
It also stitches at a a swift 1,000 stitches per minute, but has a variable speed control – useful for detail work like applique where you need to slow down.
The B77 features features fantastic stitch quality, and the drop-in bobbin with clear door allows you to quickly change out thread, and easily see when it’s getting low.
This machine powers through layers of denim like butter, provides 9 inches of throat space, and the included touch screen allows you to completely customize your stitches for your projects, including length and width adjustments.
In short, the B77 does it all, and if you’re looking for a more affordable Bernina sewing machine – this is one you should definitely take a look at! While Bernette is Bernina’s affordable line – they have not skimped on features or quality. Click here to check availability and consumer reviews for the B77.
OR, keep reading to get a full price list and features comparison for other Bernette machines.
Bernette B70 Series Price List
| Bernette B77 | Bernette B79 | Bernett 70 DECO | |
| Needle Up/Down | YES | NO | n/a |
| Speed Control | YES | YES | n/a |
| Adjustable Stitch Length | YES | YES | n/a |
| Throat Space | 9 Inches | 9 inches | 9 inches |
| Embroidery Size | n/a | 10″ x 6″ | 10″ x 6″ |
| Sew/Embroidery | Sewing ONLY | BOTH | Embroidery ONLY |
| Extension Table | YES | YES | NO |
| Included Stitches | 165 | 165 | n/a |
| Included Embroidery Designs | n/a | 208 | 208 |
| Knee Lift | YES | YES | n/a |
| Price | $1,299 Click To View Machine | $1,999 Click To View Machine | $1,499 Click To View Machine |
Bernette B30 Series Price List
| B33 | B35 | B37 | B38 | |
| Stitches Per Minute | 860 | 700 | 700 | 820 |
| Speed Control | NO | NO | YES | YES |
| Throat Space | 6.6″ | 6.6″ | 6.6″ | 6.6″ |
| Double Needle | NO | NO | NO | YES |
| Extension Table | NO | NO | Extra | YES |
| Thread Cutter | Manual | Manual | NO | Automatic |
| Needle Threader | Semi-Auto | Manual | NO | Built-In |
| Included Feet | 5 | 7 | 5 | 8 |
| Knee Lift | NO | NO | NO | NO |
| Foot Control | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Included Stitches | 15 | 23 | 50 | 394 |
| Price | $229 Click To View Machine | $279 Click To View Machine | $449 Click To View Machine | $649 Click To View Machine |
Other Bernette Model Prices
| Bernette 05 Academy | Bernette Sew & Go | |
| Stitches Per Minute | 1,100 | 750 |
| Speed Control | YES | NO |
| Adjustable Foot Pressure | YES | NO |
| Extension Table | YES | NO |
| Retractable Feed Dogs | YES | NO |
| Lycra Stitch (Stretch) | YES | NO |
| Blanket Stitch | YES | NO |
| Included Stitches | 30 | 10 |
| Included Feet | 12 | 4 |
| Price | $349 Click To View Machine | $169 Click To View Machine |
In short, Bernina makes fantastic machines but many of them are outside the budget of most home sewists. They seem to be well ware of this, and so they launched the Bernette line to make quality Swiss made sewing machines more affordable for the average home sewing machine users.
So, if a Bernina is not within your price range – make sure to check out the Bernette lines! These machines are very dependable and capable without breaking the bank.
Barb, our resident quilter and embroidery aficionado, weaves a thread of creativity through our collection. Serving as the curator of machine embroidery content, Barb infuses each design with a touch of her artistic expertise. The free embroidery patterns you discover on our site often bear the mark of Barb’s craftsmanship. Let’s get crafting!
