WORKS WITHBrotherBerninaJanomeBaby LockSingerTajimaBarudanHusqvarna VikingPfaff + more
- Powerful manual digitizing tools for complete creative control
- Advanced appliqué, quilting, and 3D embroidery effects
- Convert photos into embroidery with PhotoStitch tools
- Includes professional lettering, editing, and auto-digitizing features
Professional digitizing power,
without the complexity.
Take your embroidery creativity to the next level with Hatch Embroidery Digitizer, the ultimate software for creating professional-quality embroidery designs from scratch. Packed with powerful manual digitizing tools, advanced editing features, appliqué capabilities, and creative effects, Digitizer gives you complete control over every stitch. Whether you’re building designs for fun, business, or both, Hatch makes advanced digitizing approachable, intuitive, and exciting.
From photo embroidery and freehand drawing tools to 3D effects and artistic fills, Hatch Embroidery Digitizer combines industry-leading technology with an easy-to-use interface designed for embroiderers of all skill levels.
More creative power,
smarter workflows.
Create more. Refine faster. Stitch smarter. Hatch Embroidery 4 is a major step forward - 25+ new and improved features bringing new creative tools, smarter workflows, and enhanced stitch quality, all in one release.
What makes Digitizer
the ultimate flagship.
Digitizer includes everything in Organizer, Personalizer, and Composer, plus the full professional toolset and all the newest Hatch Embroidery 4 features.
Manual Digitizing
Create embroidery from scratch with precise control over shapes, stitches, and structure.
Auto-Digitizing
Turn bitmap and vector artwork into embroidery in one click, then refine colors, shapes, and stitch sequencing with ease.
World-Class Lettering
130 professionally hand-digitized fonts created by our Wilcom experts for the very best quality embroidery lettering available today.
Monogramming
Create polished monograms fast with over 90 built-in templates, 400 ornaments, 375 motifs, and 100 embossed fills.
Multi Blend NEW
Blend colors smoothly across your design, from subtle shading to rich gradients, all in one editable object. No manual stitch setup required.
Continue Digitizing NEW
Add to existing objects without starting over, resequencing, or creating new ones. Spend less time fixing and more time creating.
Advanced Appliqué NEW
Convert existing designs into appliqué in a few clicks. Works with open and closed shapes, so you spend less time rebuilding and more time creating.
Stop Function NEW
Insert stops anywhere in your design to pause the machine without a color change or trim. Fewer steps, fewer interruptions.
Appliqué
Simple or advanced appliqué, including 1-click closed object to appliqué conversions, ready to be exported directly to SVG for your cutting machine.
Embroidery Editing
Resizing, recoloring, changing stitch types and angles, weld, knife, break-apart, removing overlaps, color blending, branching, Redwork and more.
Color PhotoStitch
Transform your precious photographs into enduring artworks.
Reef PhotoStitch
Recreate the beauty of coral! Magically transform your photo or art into a striking embroidery design using a low stitch-count with no overlaps and minimal trims and jumps.
Hand Stitch
Apply hand stitch effect to your design objects for a creative organic look.
Keyboard Design Collection
Map decorative letters and other embroidery artwork to your keyboard for super-fast access.
Laydown Stitch
Automatically create a flat mesh backing on bulky or textured fabrics so that your embroidery design stands out.
Center All Tool
Instantly center your design and hoop in one click for faster setup and cleaner positioning.
Learn fast,
create more.
Hatch Academy is the only online learning platform dedicated to Hatch Embroidery software. Designed by Hatch experts, it offers 72+ comprehensive courses with over 400 lessons.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced user, Hatch Academy helps you unlock the full potential of your embroidery projects.
Free for Hatch Embroidery Digitizer owners!
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Questions?
answered.
Start here if you need help:
- Browse the FAQs on this page
- Visit the Hatch Help Center
- Explore the Online User Guide
- Submit a support ticket
Our support team typically replies within one business day.
What does Digitizer include that Composer doesn't?
Digitizer is the complete package - it includes everything in Organizer, Personalizer, and Composer, plus full manual digitizing tools so you can create designs from scratch with complete stitch-level control. It also adds Advanced Appliqué, Color PhotoStitch (turn photos into embroidery), Multi Blend for smooth color gradients, Continue Digitizing, Hand Stitch, Weld, 3D raised embroidery effects, freehand and motif tools, and 130 professionally digitized fonts. If you want to create anything you can imagine in embroidery, Digitizer is the level for you.
Do I need to know how to digitize to use Digitizer?
No. Digitizer includes all the same auto-digitizing tools as Composer, so you can turn photos and artwork into embroidery automatically. The manual digitizing tools are there when you want to take full creative control - but you don't need to use them to get great results from day one.
How many embroidery fonts does Digitizer include?
Digitizer includes 130 professionally digitized embroidery fonts - the largest font library across all four Hatch levels. TrueType and OpenType font support is also included.
Can Digitizer turn photos into embroidery?
Yes. Digitizer includes Color PhotoStitch, which transforms color photographs into realistic embroidery. It also includes PhotoFlash and Reef PhotoStitch for grayscale and stylized photo effects. These photographic auto-digitizing tools are exclusive to Digitizer.
Does Digitizer work with my embroidery machine?
Yes, most likely. Hatch supports file formats used by most major brands including Brother, Janome, Bernina, Baby Lock, Singer, Husqvarna Viking, Pfaff, Tajima, Barudan, and many others. Hatch 4 also adds direct wireless transfer to supported Brother machines.
Is Hatch Embroidery sold as a subscription?
No. Hatch Embroidery is a perpetual license - you buy it once and own it. FlexPay is available for Digitizer if you prefer to spread payments over time, but there's no ongoing subscription required.
What is FlexPay and how does it work?
FlexPay lets you start using Digitizer today for US$99/month over 13 installments (total US$1,287), rather than paying upfront. You get full access to every feature from day one. No interest is charged, though the total paid may be slightly higher than the one-off price due to administration costs. The 30-day money-back guarantee covers your first payment. FlexPay is available for new software license purchases only.
Can I upgrade from a lower level to Digitizer?
Yes, at any time. You only pay the price difference between your current level and Digitizer. All your existing designs carry over. Sign in to your Hatch account to see your personalized upgrade pricing.
Can I upgrade from an older version of Hatch to Digitizer 4?
es. Existing Hatch owners receive discounted upgrade pricing based on their current level and version. Sign in to your Hatch account to see your options.
Can I try Digitizer before buying?
If you don't already own a Hatch license, yes - the 30-day free trial gives full access to all four levels with no credit card required. You can switch between levels during the trial to find the right fit.
If you already own a license, the trial is unavailable, but there's a 30-day money-back guarantee on purchase.
What operating system does Hatch Embroidery 4 require?
Hatch Embroidery 4 is Windows only and requires Windows 11. See the full system requirements for hardware specifications.
What is Hatch Academy and is it included with Digitizer?
Hatch Academy is Wilcom's exclusive online learning platform with hundreds of lessons, projects, webinars, and community forums. Valued at US$999, it's included free for all Hatch Embroidery 4 Digitizer owners.
Try every level
free for 30 days
Enjoy unlimited use of Hatch Embroidery Digitizing Software
- All product levels included
- Free video tutorials and step-by-step training
- Access to Hatch Academy
- Lots of fun, no obligation
No credit card required for trial.
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