PEmbroider vs Ricoma Chroma
| PEmbroider | Ricoma Chroma | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | $66.67/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | macOS, Windows | macOS, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Stitch simulation | Yes | Yes |
| Vector import | Yes | Yes |
| Machine file formats | DST, EXP, JEF, PEC, PES, VP3, XXX | RDE, EXP, DST, DSB, DSZ, T01, SST, KSM, U01, U02, DAT, T03, PHC, 10o, ZSK, T05, TAP, PES, EMD, PCS, PCM, SEW, HUS, SHV, CSD, JEF, VIP, VP3, VP4, ZHS, XXX |
| Supported platforms | both | both |
| Auto-digitizing | — | Yes |
| Appliqué tools | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Embroidery Design Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, PEmbroider scores higher on our published basis.