







The BERNINA E 16 is the perfect partner for your home studio or business with 16 needles, speeds up to 1,400 stitches per minute, automatic tension settings, and a narrow cylindrical arm for sleeves and other tight spaces. From baseball caps to jacket backs, complete embroidery tasks like a pro with unmatched versatility and power.
MAKE IT PERSONAL – KEEP IT PROFESSIONAL
- 16 thread colors
- 1,400 stitches per minute
- Extra large embroidery field (400 x 350mm)
- Fancy stitches / micro chenille
- Industry's largest embroidery field for caps
- Smallest cylindrical arm in the industry
- Adjustable presser foot height
- BERNINA laser alignment
- Machine footprint: 21" x 29"; Weight: 198 lbs
Personalize uniforms, caps, totes, or quilts with incredible precision and speed. Enjoy chenille for 3D effects or monogramming with clean commercial results. With increased processing power, up to 75% more efficiency, and 30% more stitches per bobbin, the E 16 delivers high-performance results on stretch fabrics, performance wear, and more.
THIS PACKAGE HAS EVERYTHING NEEDED TO GET STARTED!
- BERNINA E16 Pro Embroidery Machine
- BERNINA OS v11 Software (Web Download)
- Two free digitized designs
- Machine stand + accessories
- Multiple hoop sizes + Mighty Hoop
- Cap sewing options with driver and frames
- Isacord Thread Starter Kit

HIGH-SPEED EMBROIDERY WITH 16 NEEDLES
Complete more projects in less time with 1,400 stitches per minute and 16 needles—no re-threading between colors. Get the speed of a commercial machine in your home studio or small business.

GO PRO TENSION SYSTEM
The automatic tension system adjusts thread flow perfectly on every stitch-out, so your results stay consistent and professional across a wide variety of materials.

INDUSTRY’S SMALLEST CYLINDRICAL LOWER ARM
Embroider small or tight items like baby clothes, sleeves, and pockets with ease. The E 16’s narrow arm lets you slide garments on without opening seams or disassembling your project.

BERNINA ROTARY HOOK
Enjoy smoother stitches, faster speeds, and a built-in high-performance thread trimmer. Compatible with pre-wound bobbins to reduce downtime even further.

EXTRA LARGE EMBROIDERY FIELD (400 x 350mm)
From quilt blocks to jacket backs, the E 16’s spacious field lets you handle larger designs with confidence and precision.

LASER ALIGNMENT
With pinpoint laser guidance, you’ll achieve perfect design placement every time—no guesswork, just accuracy you can trust.
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