Ricoma Chroma

6.7easy start · #15 of 28
in Embroidery Design Software

Free to practise onnot on record
Free trialyes
Well documentedyes
Runs where you worknot on record

Runs on Mac, Windows. Paid plans from $66.67/mo.

Ricoma Chroma is ranked #15 of 28 in embroidery design software on The Geeks Club. It runs on macOS, Windows. There is no free plan. A free trial is offered. Paid plans start at $66.67/mo.

Ricoma Chroma plans and pricing

All plans

Chroma Inspire $799.99/yr First 12 Months upfront; choose a monthly or yearly subscription for the following period Chroma Inspire tier · subscription charge starts after the initial 12 months ricoma.com · 8 Oct 2026

Compared on embroidery design software

Free plan: No
Auto-digitizing: Yes
Stitch simulation: Yes
Appliqué tools: Yes
Vector import: Yes
Machine file formats: RDE, EXP, DST, DSB, DSZ, T01, SST, KSM, U01, U02, DAT, T03, PHC, 10o, ZSK, T05, TAP, PES, EMD, PCS, PCM, SEW, HUS, SHV, CSD, JEF, VIP, VP3, VP4, ZHS, XXX
Supported platforms: both

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The record

Purpose: Chroma is digitizing software for creating embroidery designs.
Auto digitizing: Auto digitizing converts vector files, PNGs, or JPEGs into embroidery files.
Design preview: Users can preview designs on 3D models and switch between realistic and flat stitch views.
Artwork and appliqué: The artwork tool supports drawing and predefined shapes, and users can create appliqué designs with text and shapes.
File formats: Chroma accepts AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, and JPG input and exports multiple embroidery formats plus PDF, JPG, and PNG.
Computer compatibility: The product page lists Windows 10 20H1 or later and macOS Mojave or later as compatible operating systems.
Machine connection: Sending a design directly to an embroidery machine requires a machine that supports a serial port connection.
Device limit: Chroma can be installed on up to five devices but used on only one computer at a time.
Trial: Ricoma describes an unlimited Chroma Luxe trial that includes the full feature set but does not allow saving or exporting designs; the product specifications separately list a 14-day free trial.
Support and training: Ricoma offers tutorial videos, live instructor training, and technical support seven days a week and after regular business hours.
Trial activation limit: The free trial can be activated on up to two computers.
Security: Ricoma says payment information is processed securely and that it does not store or have access to credit card details.
No machine requirement: Ricoma says its embroidery machines can operate without Chroma or other digitizing software.
Price from: $66.67/mo

Where it ranks on The Geeks Club

Best Embroidery Design Software in 2026#15 of 28

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Sources

ricoma.com/products/chroma· checked 8 Oct 2026
info.ricoma.com/chroma-free-trial· checked 8 Oct 2026