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Compare Embroid Client, Basic, and Pro
Three products, one platform. Use Client to start immediately, Basic to keep a bench online, and Pro when a lab becomes shared infrastructure.
| Capability | Embroid Client Software-only | Embroid Basic Always-on hardware node | Embroid Pro Lab automation hub |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software-only install | Yes | No | No |
| Uses existing workstation | Yes | Optional | Optional |
| Dedicated always-on hardware | No | Yes | Yes |
| Local UI | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Local MCP | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CLI | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| REST API | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USB passthrough | Host-dependent | Yes | Yes |
| Switched USB power | No | Yes | Yes |
| Power control | Limited | Yes | Advanced |
| Serial capture | Yes | 2 UART | 4 UART / debug channels |
| GPIO / triggers | Limited | 3–4 lines | 8+ lines |
| Local job queue | Sequences | One active workflow | Scheduler + queue |
| Multi-device workflows | Limited | Basic | Advanced |
| Shared lab use | Limited | Small team | Best |
| CI hardware testing | Host-dependent | Good | Best |
| Agent-assisted workflows | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Optional cloud sync | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Individual developers | One bench / small teams | Labs / validation teams |
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