Professional quality embroidery software,
for every budget.
All four levels are built on Wilcom’s commercial engine. Start where it makes sense and upgrade at any time by paying the difference — you never lose your work.
DIGITIZER
FlexPay available
COMPOSER
FlexPay available
PERSONALIZER
FlexPay available
ORGANIZER
FlexPay available
Excludes applicable taxes
FlexPay is available on Digitizer and Composer — pay from as little as $1.50 per day. Learn more about FlexPay →
Start simple, grow from there
All levels include our core Organizer tools. Upgrade at any time by paying the difference and you never lose your work.
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Digitizer
Ultimate embroidery journey with all the tools and features
Excludes applicable taxes
One-time payment · own it forever
- FlexPay available, excluding updates. Pay monthly. Use today.
INCLUDES EVERYTHING IN COMPOSER PLUS
- ✔ 130 professionally digitized fonts
- ✔ Manual digitizing — create designs from scratch with full stitch control
- ✔ Continue Digitizing — add to existing objects without starting over
- ✔ Multi Blend — smooth color gradients across any design object
- ✔ Advanced Appliqué ready for your cutting machine
- ✔ Color PhotoStitch — turn photos into stunning embroidery
- ✔ Hand Stitch, Weld, and advanced stitch effects
- ✔ Map Keyboard Design Collections
ALSO INCLUDES
- ✔30-day money-back guarantee
- ✔Expert in-house support team
- ✔ Community of 30,000+ Hatchers
- ✔ 400+ Hatch Academy lessons
Organizer
Simple introduction to embroidery
Excludes applicable taxes
One-time payment
- ✔Organise & manage your design library
- ✔Resize & recolour existing designs
- ✔ Duplicate, mirror, and rotate existing designs
- ✔ Optimize color changes and convert to most machine formats
- ✔ Simulate stitch-out with Stitch Player
Personalizer
Essential customizing package
Excludes applicable taxes
One-time payment
- ✔Everything in Organizer
- ✔66 professionally digitized embroidery fonts
- ✔ TrueType and OpenType font support
- ✔ Create and customize monograms using professional templates
- ✔ Laydown Stitch for textured and toweling fabrics
- ✔ Lettering baselines, art, and alignment options
Composer
Premium creative experience
Excludes applicable taxes
One-time payment
- ✔Everything in Personalizer
- ✔78 professionally digitized fonts
- ✔ Auto-digitize photos and artwork into embroidery in seconds
- ✔ World-class lettering and monogramming tools
- ✔ Powerful object editing and layout tools
- ✔ Multi-hooping for large designs in just 1 click
- ✔ Keyboard Design Collections for fast design placement
- ✔ Vector file support via CorelDRAW integration
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Find the right level for you
Compare features across all four levels, including all new and enhanced features in Hatch Embroidery 4. Every level includes the Hatch Academy and over 400 free designs.
| Feature | Organizer Manage & output | Personalizer Lettering & monograms | Composer Create & auto-digitize | Digitizer Full professional suite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lettering & Fonts | ||||
| Professionally digitized fonts | 66 fonts | 78 fonts | 130 fonts | |
| World-class lettering & monogramming tools | ||||
| TrueType & OpenType font support | ||||
| Monogramming with professional templates | ||||
| Keyboard Design Collections | ||||
| Map Keyboard Design Collections | ||||
| Lettering baselines & alignment | ||||
| Editing & Digitizing | ||||
| Manual digitizing — full stitch control | ||||
| Auto-digitize photos & artwork | ||||
| Powerful object editing & layout tools | ||||
| Multi Blend — smooth color gradients in a single object NEW | Limited | |||
| Advanced Appliqué — open-object appliqué from existing shapes NEW | ||||
| Continue Digitizing — resume an object from its exit or entry point NEW | ||||
| Color PhotoStitch | ||||
| Hand Stitch, Weld, and advanced stitch effects | ||||
| Laydown Stitch for textured fabrics | ||||
| Rectangle Corners toolbar — adjustable radius per corner NEW | ||||
| Reshape Views toolbar — selectively view nodes, angles, entry/exit points NEW | ||||
| Automatic stitch shortening — can now be disabled per object ENHANCED | ||||
| Knife tool shortcut (Ctrl+Shift+K) ENHANCED | ||||
| Multi-hooping for large designs (1 click) | ||||
| Gradient fill profile naming — renamed to reflect function ENHANCED | ||||
| Vector file support via CorelDRAW | ||||
| Native DXF file support — import without CorelDRAW NEW | ||||
| Productivity & Precision | ||||
| Snap options — snap to objects, independent snap grid, custom radius NEW | ||||
| Smarter grids & guides — two grid levels, sub-grid, custom spacing ENHANCED | ||||
| Answers Docker — AI-powered in-app embroidery assistant NEW | ||||
| Stitch Control & Machine Functions | ||||
| Enhanced connector & trim control — jump/run type, tie-in/off thresholds ENHANCED | ||||
| Stop function — pause machine without color change or trim NEW | ||||
| Trim & connector display — defaults to red for clearer visibility ENHANCED | ||||
| Display colors — updated palette including grid, guide & snap colors ENHANCED | ||||
| Design Management & Output | ||||
| Resize and recolor existing designs | ||||
| Organise and manage your design library | ||||
| Wireless design transfer to Brother machines via Wi-Fi NEW | ||||
| Convert to most machine formats | ||||
| Stitch Player simulation | ||||
| Design Explorer (formerly Design Library) ENHANCED | ||||
| Exports docker — background conversion with status tracking NEW | ||||
| Appliqué pattern mirroring — print or export mirrored or as-digitized ENHANCED | ||||
| Auto Start & End — enhanced dialog layout ENHANCED | ||||
| Revert to Factory Settings — includes web cache clearing ENHANCED | ||||
| Extras | ||||
| 400+ Hatch Academy lessons | ||||
| 400 free designs included | ||||
| Expert in-house support team | ||||
| 30-day money-back guarantee | ||||
| Community of 30,000+ Hatchers | ||||
| FlexPay (monthly payment option) | ||||
| Buy Organizer | Buy Personalizer | Buy Composer | Buy Digitizer | |
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FlexPay available for Composer & Digitizer. All prices exclude applicable taxes.
Everything you need to succeed
Every purchase comes with a full ecosystem of support, learning, and community.
Start your journey with over 400 expert lessons included with your purchase. Learn quickly and avoid common pitfalls.
Over 150 inspirational blogs and projects written by our Hatch Embroidery experts to motivate and broaden your creativity.
Join our Facebook group where over 30,000 experienced Hatchers share ideas, help one another, and celebrate their love of embroidery.
400 high quality free designs come included with your software. Perfect for exploring all the editing tools from day one.
Our in-house expert support team will help you out quickly and efficiently. Real people who know embroidery inside out.
At Wilcom we are confident in Hatch Embroidery. If for any reason you are unhappy, you will get your money back, no questions asked.
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 is FlexPay and how does it work?
FlexPay lets you start using Digitizer or Composer today by paying US$99 per month rather than the full price upfront. You get full access to the software from day one. FlexPay is available for Digitizer (US$1,199) and Composer (US$699). The 30-day money-back guarantee also covers your first FlexPay payment.
Can I upgrade from one level to a higher level?
Yes. You can upgrade at any time by paying the price difference between your current level and the level you want. All your existing designs and settings carry over when you upgrade — you never lose your work. View upgrade options →
Can I upgrade from Hatch 3 (or an older version) to Hatch 4?
Yes, existing Hatch owners can upgrade to Hatch Embroidery 4 at a discounted price. The upgrade price is based on your current level and whether you are upgrading to the same or a higher level. Visit our upgrades page to see your options.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. You can download a free 30-day trial of Hatch Embroidery 4 with no credit card required. The trial includes every tool across all four levels so you can explore the full software before you decide which level to buy. The trial also includes access to a selection of 200+ Hatch Academy lessons.
What operating systems does Hatch Embroidery 4 support?
Hatch Embroidery 4 is a Windows application and requires Windows 11. The free trial is Windows 11 only. Paid licenses are compatible with Virtual Machines and Macs running Parallels or similar software, so Mac users can also access the full paid version.
What does the 30-day money-back guarantee cover?
If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase within 30 days, Wilcom will give you a full refund — no questions asked. The guarantee applies to all Hatch Embroidery software products purchased directly from hatchembroidery.com, including the first FlexPay payment. Technical issues that our team cannot resolve are also fully refunded. Full guarantee details →
Is the Hatch Academy really included with my purchase?
Yes. All Hatch Embroidery software owners receive full access to the Hatch Academy, which includes 72+ comprehensive courses and 400+ expert-led lessons valued at US$999, completely free. This covers everything from beginner basics through to advanced digitizing techniques.
Which level is right for me?
If you simply want to organise existing designs, resize, and stitch them out, Organizer is a great starting point. If you want to add text and monograms to your projects, Personalizer is the right choice. Composer is ideal for those who want to create and auto-digitize original embroidery. Digitizer is for anyone who wants full creative control, including manual digitizing from scratch. You can always upgrade by paying the difference.
Try every level free for 30 days
Download and start creating embroidery designs today. Your 30-day trial includes every tool in Hatch Embroidery 4, from basic customizing right up to professional digitizing.
Windows 11 only trial · 2 GB download
Paid licenses compatible with Virtual Machines and Macs