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Ricoma Chroma

Ricoma Chroma is embroidery digitizing software for macOS and Windows.

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#18 of 31
Score
6.0
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What Ricoma Chroma is

Ricoma Chroma is embroidery digitizing software for macOS and Windows. Auto digitizing converts vector files, PNGs, or JPEGs into embroidery files, while artwork tools provide drawing, predefined shapes, and appliqué designs using text and shapes. Designs can be previewed on 3D models with realistic or flat stitch views. Chroma accepts AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, and JPG files and exports embroidery machine formats together with PDF, JPG, and PNG. Compatible systems listed are Windows 10 20H1 or later and macOS Mojave or later. Installation is allowed on up to five devices, but use is limited to one computer at a time. Ricoma describes an unlimited Chroma Luxe trial with full features but no saving or exporting, while specifications separately list a 14-day trial. Chroma Inspire costs $799.99 a year, billed upfront for the first 12 months. Tutorial videos, live training, and extended technical support are available.

Good

  • Auto digitizing for common image files
  • 3D and flat stitch previews
  • Appliqué and drawing tools
  • Exports many machine formats
  • Works on Windows and macOS

Watch out

  • Used on one computer at a time
  • Chroma Luxe trial cannot save or export
  • Chroma Inspire costs 799.99 USD yearly
  • Direct machine sending needs serial-port support

Who it suits

It suits embroidery designers working on Windows or Mac who need auto digitizing, appliqué tools, stitch previews, and machine-file export. It is also relevant to users wanting training and technical support.

Verdict

Chroma provides a broad set of embroidery design and export tools across Windows and macOS. Review the trial restrictions, single-computer use, and subscription cost before committing.

Plans and prices

From Ricoma Chroma's own pricing page, checked 8 Oct 2026.

All about pricing
PlanPriceWhat it gives you
Chroma Inspire$799.99Chroma Inspire tier · subscription charge starts after the initial 12 months · First 12 Months upfront; choose a monthly or yearly subscription for the following period

The facts

Each one read from Ricoma Chroma's own pages, with the date it was checked.

Where it runs

Artwork and appliqué
The artwork tool supports drawing and predefined shapes, and users can create appliqué designs with text and shapes.checked 8 Oct 2026
Device limit
Chroma can be installed on up to five devices but used on only one computer at a time.checked 8 Oct 2026
Machine connection
Sending a design directly to an embroidery machine requires a machine that supports a serial port connection.checked 8 Oct 2026
No machine requirement
Ricoma says its embroidery machines can operate without Chroma or other digitizing software.checked 8 Oct 2026

What it does

Auto digitizing
Auto digitizing converts vector files, PNGs, or JPEGs into embroidery files.checked 8 Oct 2026
Computer compatibility
The product page lists Windows 10 20H1 or later and macOS Mojave or later as compatible operating systems.checked 8 Oct 2026
Design preview
Users can preview designs on 3D models and switch between realistic and flat stitch views.checked 8 Oct 2026
File formats
Chroma accepts AI, EPS, SVG, PNG, and JPG input and exports multiple embroidery formats plus PDF, JPG, and PNG.checked 8 Oct 2026
Purpose
Chroma is digitizing software for creating embroidery designs.checked 8 Oct 2026
Security
Ricoma says payment information is processed securely and that it does not store or have access to credit card details.checked 8 Oct 2026
Support and training
Ricoma offers tutorial videos, live instructor training, and technical support seven days a week and after regular business hours.checked 8 Oct 2026

Money

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.checked 8 Oct 2026
Trial activation limit
The free trial can be activated on up to two computers.checked 8 Oct 2026

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