Bonus Kit Includes: 1 Pack Pre-wound White Bobbins, Thread Kit.
Ranked #99 in Arts & Crafts · 4 things we like
Quick answer The Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine scores 7.8/10 with us. Amazon owners rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 77 reviews, below the 4.3 average of the 24 embroidery machines we track. It was listed at $1,499.00 on Amazon when we last checked in September 2026.
The Janome Memory Craft 14000 is the latest combined sewing and embroidery model. The Memory Craft 14000 has many of the features found on our top of the line Memory Craft 15000 for sewing, embroidery, quilting and craft work and shares the same extra-large work area, and it is capable of embroidery couching! The built-in embroidery system is the same as the MC15000 and is the most stable ever developed ensuring embroidery perfection!
With a 17.3” bed and 11 inch right of the needle, this machine has plenty of space for those big projects. It is packed full of powerful yet easy to use features including AcuFeed Flex and can stitch at up to 1,000 SPM in 9mm wide stitches and with the option of 91 needle positions. Incredible speed and precision in one machine!
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Product information
8 specifications
Brand Name
Janome
Model Number
MC400E
Part Number
jano-400e
Color
White
Material
Metal
Power Source
Corded Electric
Item Dimensions D x W x H
25.5"D x 30"W x 30"H
Item Weight
38.5 pounds
Pros & cons
What we like
Bonus Kit Includes: 1 Pack Pre-wound White Bobbins, Thread Kit.
160 built-in designs, 6 fonts for monogramming, 2 and 3 letter monogramming.
On-Screen Editing functions include: enlarge/reduce, rotate, flip, drag and drop, arc, combine, copy and paste, grouping, corner layout, single color sewing, zoom.
Maximum embroidery size: 7.9” x 7.9,” Embroidery sewing speed: 400-860 SPM, Auto return post thread break
Is the Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine worth buying?
Owners are lukewarm on it, so compare the alternatives before buying. We score the Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine 7.8 out of 10. Amazon owners rate it 3.9 out of 5 across 77 reviews, below the 4.3 average of the 24 embroidery machines we track.
How much does the Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine cost?
It was listed at $1,499.00 on Amazon when we last checked in September 2026. That is close to the $1,534.49 median for embroidery machines in our catalog. Amazon prices change daily, so use the price button on this page to see the current figure.
What options does the Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine come in?
Amazon lists 3 options. Style: Janome 500E, Janome 500E LE, Janome 550E. Pick an option on this page and the button opens exactly that model.
What are good alternatives to the Janome Memory Craft 400E Embroidery Machine?
Similar, well-rated embroidery machines in our catalog: Poolin EOM 15-Needle Embroidery Machine (9.8/10, 4.6 stars from 26 owners); Brother SE700 Sewing and Embroidery Machine (9.8/10, 4.6 stars from 203 owners); Smartstitch S1501 Plus Beast Embroidery Machine (9.8/10, 5.0 stars from 52 owners).
Breakdown from the 9 most helpful reviews we imported.
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MARTY D
Verified purchaseNovember 27, 2023
easy to learn, reliable machine
i /we don't write many reviews, but i really must say, after using the Janome Memory Craft 500E Embroidery Machine for a year now, the simplicity of its use, dependably is superb, it is quiet, temperamental, what i mean is don't mix threads, bobbin and spool, use like for like, you break a needle, look for broken piece, any unfamiliar noise, you did not find broken end of needle, maintain as per instructions, in the first year over 500 of use, issues that developed were operator error, machine is smart, very easy to use , you must learn to download files, this a minor learning curve, but when
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Kelsey Yusupov
Verified purchaseDecember 26, 2023
Just not for me
I’m sure this is a great machine and works wonderfully! Buuuuut I don’t think sewing is up my alley! It was very complicated for me (I had no prior experience) so I decided to return it. I had to watch several YouTube videos to help get it set up and ready to use. The thread kept breaking off inside of the machine, not sure if that was user error or bad thread or if something is wrong with the machine!
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Luis
Verified purchaseJuly 6, 2025
The machine was poorly packaged, loose screws, panels detached
Why did you pick this product vs others?:The machine was advertised “used like new”, and although it really looked new, never used, and put back in the original box with all the content, but without the the instructional DVD and the embroidery editor CD, they did not package the machine properly and was almost falling apart. Basically all the screws under the machine were loose laying at the button of the box. A plastic cover on top of the machine and one piece by the embroidery surface were misaligned; I had to push those plastic covers to close the gaps between back and front, and screw 2 ti
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Scott Wolf
Verified purchaseMay 4, 2022
Solid Quality Machine
Machine is well made; it runs fast and quiet. I agree with some of the reviews if you need to learn CNC embroidery this may not be for you. Start with something less expensive but I would recommend Janome. This purchase to replace my wife's MC300E so she was up and running in just a few minutes. So far, no problems at all and the extras are a big plus. Don't forget a CF card readier if you have older designs you want to use with this machine. You will need to transfer them to a thumb drive or use CF reader attached to the machine.
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Jz
Verified purchaseMarch 11, 2021
Do not buy online!
Please, don’t buy this online!!! I received mine thought everything was fine but the stitching seamed off. Wait to take a class and found out it wasn’t anything I was doing but the machine was defective. Because it had been 35 days there answer was for me to pay to mail it back and they would either fix or replace the item, and I was lucky they were willing to pay 1/2. If I had bought this locally I would have had much better customer service, on site help, and not have to pay to ship the machine back to the seller every time the machine needs service. Please think about this before you think
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Jean Brunt
Verified purchaseFebruary 16, 2021
Great Machine
Very easy to use. Youtube has lots of videos to help you if you get stuck Stitches very well and has a large window to use when combining patterns. Comes with a video CD to show up close all the features. The manual is excellent. I would recommend this machine to anyone looking for a stand-alone embroidery machine.
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OneLittleDetail
Verified purchaseDecember 13, 2021
Good
Thread keep breaking. No trouble shooting guide.
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Rosimeire da silva e silva
Verified purchaseAugust 15, 2026
ENCANTADA
maralvilhosa , linda e perfeita, chegou mais de uma semana antes dA DATA PREVISTA. SUPER RECOMENDO
Customer reviews are shown as published on Amazon and are not written by Do Best Deal.
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