Bernina 590 E (BSR Standard)
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BERNINA machines require in-person service. Call us to schedule a demo.
The B 590 E brings Swiss precision to sewists, quilters, and embroiderers—fast enough for tight deadlines, powerful enough for demanding materials, and precise enough for flawless embroidery.
Precisely manufactured down to the last detail. Durable build, deep accessory ecosystem, and long-term parts availability.

The automatic thread cutter operates three steps in one: cuts the thread, lifts the needle, and raises the presser foot.

Thanks to the Thread Away Mode and Invisible & Smart Secure, clean embroidery results on the top are yours with the B 590 E.

Use Pinpoint Placement to position your design precisely: select two points and match them with the markings on the hooped fabric.

The BERNINA Hook keeps the stitches consistent and precise at a maximum speed of 1,000 stitches per minute.

The Sewing and Embroidery Consultants offer direct on-screen support whenever you need them.

The BERNINA Dual Feed feeds fabric evenly from above and below—easy to engage, tucks away when not in use.
| Automation | Automatic thread cutter (cuts thread, lifts needle, raises foot in one step) |
| Precision | Pinpoint Placement; Thread Away Mode; Invisible & Smart Secure |
| Fabric handling | BERNINA Dual Feed for even top/bottom feed on chiffon, leather & more |
| Interface | Large touch screen; one-click switch to embroidery mode; on-screen Consultant support |
| Bobbin | Jumbo Bobbin, front-loading, max 1,000 stitches/min |
| Features | B 500 E | B 535 E | B 570 QE | B 590 E |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||||
| Hook system | BERNINA | BERNINA | BERNINA | BERNINA |
| Maximum sewing speed (stitches/min) | – | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Space to the right of the needle | 8.5" | 8.5" | 8.5" | 8.5" |
| Color touch screen | 4.3" | 4.3" | 4.3" | 4.3" |
| LED sewing lights | 12 LEDs | 12 LEDs | 12 LEDs | 16 LEDs |
| Maximum stitch width | – | 5.5mm | 9mm | 9mm |
| Maximum stitch length | – | 6mm | 6mm | 6mm |
| Number of spool holders | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Semi-automatic needle threader | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic presser foot lift | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic thread cutter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BERNINA Dual Feed (built-in) | – | – | ✓ | ✓ |
| BERNINA Adaptive Thread Tension | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BSR-enabled (straight stitch & zigzag; foot sold separately) | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB interface for PC connection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Sewing & Quilting Features | ||||
| Total stitch patterns (incl. alphabets) | – | 1,048 | 1,450 | 1,774 |
| Buttonholes (incl. eyelets) | – | 14 | 16 | 18 |
| Decorative stitches total | – | 300 | 450 | 499 |
| Quilting stitches total | – | 45 | 74 | 60 |
| Sewing alphabets | – | 5 | 8 | 9 |
| Included Standard Sewing & Quilting Accessories | ||||
| Presser feet/soles included | – | 5 | 7 | 8 |
| BERNINA Slide-on Freearm Extension Table | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) | – | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Embroidery Features | ||||
| Embroidery module M (SDT) included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Maximum embroidery field | 15.7" × 5.9" | 15.7" × 5.9" | 15.7" × 5.9" | 15.7" × 5.9" |
| Maximum embroidery speed (stitches/min) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Built-in embroidery designs | 275 | 50 | 250 | 275 |
| Embroidery alphabets | 8 | 4 | 7 | 8 |
| Read embroidery design formats | EXP, DST, PES, PEC, JEF, SEW, PCS, XXX (all models) | — | — | — |
| Included Standard Embroidery Accessories | ||||
| Embroidery Foot #26L | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Large Oval Hoop (10.0" × 5.7") | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Medium Hoop (5.1" × 3.9") | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BERNINA embroidery software ArtLink | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Every BERNINA 590 E is backed by BERNINA's factory warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty service must be performed by an authorized BERNINA dealer — bring it to any FSQ location and we'll take care of it.