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Brother ScanNCut SDX2250D

Cutting plotter with integrated scanner and touchscreen that works without a PC. The focus is on fabrics, appliqués and quilt blocks.

Ideal for: For sewists and quilters who want to cut fabrics and appliqués and scan designs directly.

Price at the retailer€669, at hobbyplotter (Marktplatz bei Saturn)As of 12 Oct 2026, other retailers may differ. View offer (no affiliate link)

To the manufacturer's pageUnderstanding cutting plotters

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Built-in 600 dpi scanner for scanning designs
  • Works independently via touchscreen without a computer
  • Rotary blade for fabrics included in the box

Cons

  • No official manufacturer's shop price in Germany
  • Cutting only with mat, roll feeder optional
  • Heavier than comparable 30 cm plotters (6 kg)

Specs

Device typeCutting plotters
Price range€600 to €1,200
Cutting areaStandard mat 30.5 x 30.5 cm, optional 30.5 x 61 cm
Max. cutting length without matwith optional roll feeder up to about 1.78 m at up to 30.5 cm width (according to Brother USA); roll feeder for material up to 0.5 mm
Cutting forcenot specified by the manufacturer
Max. material thicknessAuto blade 3 mm, deep cut 1.5 mm, standard 0.7 mm
Scannersintegrated, 600 dpi
ToolsAuto blade with holder, rotary blade kit included; optional embossing, foil and stencil kits
Mat requiredyes
Display5-inch colour touchscreen, operation without a PC
Software and subscriptionCanvasWorkspace for Windows and Mac (web version discontinued according to Brother); no subscription mentioned
ConnectionsWi-Fi, USB port for storage media, direct USB connection (cable not included)
Built-in designs1,485 incl. 182 Disney designs, 17 fonts
Materials (according to the manufacturer)Paper and cardboard, Vinyl, Fabric and thin fabrics, Felt, Foam up to 3 mm
Dimensions531 × 215 × 173 mm
Weight6 kg

Source: Manufacturer specifications, As of 10/2026.

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