Is the Bernina Q16 worth $6,999?

It is a serious longarm-class machine, so the price buys throat space, stitch regulation and digital tension. If you quilt large projects regularly and can't fit a frame, it is a reasonable step up from a domestic machine.

What is the difference between the Q16 and the Q16 PLUS?

Both have a 16-inch throat and the same core quilting features. The PLUS adds a larger table and extra accessories; check the table option before you buy, since the Q16 is sold with different tables.

Does the Q16 need a frame?

No. It is a sit-down model that sits on a table and you move the quilt by hand. That saves floor space but means no carriage-based free-motion quilting.

Can I quilt without the foot pedal?

Yes. The KickStart function starts and stops stitching without a foot control, which many sit-down quilters prefer for free-motion work.

What stitch speed does it reach?

Up to 2,200 stitches per minute, with stitch regulation to keep stitch length consistent as you change speed.

When is the Q16 cheapest?

Prices vary by store; the best new price seen was $6,999 at North Shore Quilting as of November 5, 2026. Watch for dealer promotions and bundle deals with tables.

Where is the Q16 with Adjustable Foldable Table cheapest?

At North Shore Quilting, for $6,999.00, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Q16 with Adjustable Foldable Table?

4 stores we checked sell it, including North Shore Quilting, Ken's Sewing Center, Meissner Sewing and Vacuum, RainTree Quilting LLC.

Q16 with Adjustable Foldable Table

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About the Q16 with Adjustable Foldable Table

Q Series Sit-Down Models

With different table options

• 16" & 20" throat space for big quilt projects

• Unique digital thread tension adjustment

• Easy threading, independent bobbin winder

• Quilting without foot control

• Stitch Regulation for perfect stitches

The BERNINA Q Series Sit-Down Models – Q 16, Q 16 PLUS and Q 20

Quilt designer Amanda Murphy talks about the BERNINA Q 16 PLUS.

"The perfect match for Longarm lovers like me" Amanda Murphy, Quilt and pattern designer

Amanda Murphy has a passion for designing and creating quilts on her BERNINA Q16 PLUS. While her studio is small, the roomy quilting space of the Q16 PLUS adds convenience and ease to her creative process. Like Amanda, you’ll love the fast 2,200 stitches per minute as well as the three modes of the BERNINA Stitch Regulator.

Small Spaces. Big Ideas.

The BERNINA Q 16 (PLUS) and Q 20 are longarm quilting machines and only differ in the length of the throat space and the maximum sewing space.

• Q 20 has a throat space of 20 inches

• Q 16 & Q 16 PLUS have a throat space of 16 inches

The machines can be paired with a standard or height-adjustable cabinet or with a foldable, height-adjustable table. The BERNINA Q 16 PLUS and Q 20 are compatible with the BERNINA Studio Frame, if an upgrade to a Quilt Frame is desired.

Hand-guided quilting made easy

• Precise regulated stitches (in BSR mode)

• Four different modes for full flexibility

• Simple customization via touch screen

Thanks to the integrated BERNINA Longarm Stitch Regulator you achieve perfect stitches at equal-length no matter which speed you move the fabric. A manual mode with no stitch regulation is also available.

Unique user interface

• Simple-to-navigate touch screen

• Individual settings for full comfort