How Much Does Logo Embroidery Cost in Malaysia? 2026 Price Guide

The short answer: logo embroidery in Malaysia usually has two costs: a one-time digitising or setup fee and a per-piece sewing charge. GreenChef publicly lists an initial setup fee of RM80-RM300 per design, with each embroidered item charged separately according to quantity. Other suppliers may use different rates.

The final price depends more on the actual stitch file than the number of colours visible in your logo.

How the price is calculated

Use this model when reading a quotation:

Total embroidery cost = digitising/setup + (per-piece embroidery × quantity) + garment + extras

If the garment is included, ask the supplier to separate or clearly describe the package. A low package price may refer to a different polo, fabric or logo size.

Current Malaysian price references

These public examples were checked in July 2026:

• GreenChef’s embroidery service lists RM80-RM300 for initial setup, depending on stitch count and complexity. It then charges each embroidery separately.
• The MH Apparels polo catalogue shows polo packages at about RM20-RM41.20 per piece for quantities from 50 to 1,000+, depending on the style. The catalogue states the included embroidery positions, so these are garment-and-branding packages—not embroidery-only prices.
• Green Cotton lists one 210gsm TC pique polo at RM24 before the final branding specification, showing why the garment choice must be separated from the embroidery work.

Treat these as reference points, not a universal rate card.

What is the digitising fee?

An embroidery machine does not sew directly from a PNG, JPG or PDF. A digitiser converts the artwork into instructions that control:

• stitch type;
• stitch direction;
• stitch density;
• sewing order;
• underlay;
• trims and colour changes; and
• compensation for the fabric.

That work explains the one-time setup charge. A dense crest, tiny lettering or a large back logo takes more planning than a simple left-chest mark.

Ask whether the fee includes one test sew-out and reasonable corrections. Also ask whether the supplier retains the approved file for repeat orders.

Stitch count changes the per-piece charge

Every stitch takes machine time. Two logos with the same width can have very different stitch counts:

• an outline logo may be relatively light;
• solid filled shapes need more stitches;
• small text may need density and underlay adjustments; and
• a large crest or back design can take much longer to sew.

Request the estimated stitch count after digitising. Do not approve a large embroidery only from a screen mockup; inspect the sew-out on similar fabric.

Logo size and position matter

A common left-chest logo is easier to frame and sew than a large back design, sleeve logo, cap front or pocket placement. Multiple positions are normally charged separately.

Before requesting prices, state:

• finished width and height in centimetres;
• garment type and fabric;
• left chest, sleeve, back or other position;
• total quantity;
• number of garment colours; and
• required delivery date.

If the logo contains small wording, ask the supplier for the minimum readable letter height. Enlarging the logo or simplifying the wording is often better than forcing tiny stitches.

Quantity spreads the setup cost

Suppose a quotation contains:

• RM150 digitising; and
• RM6 embroidery per piece.

This is a worked example, not a market rate:

Quantity	Setup	Sewing	Total embroidery	Effective cost per piece
10	RM150	RM60	RM210	RM21.00
50	RM150	RM300	RM450	RM9.00
100	RM150	RM600	RM750	RM7.50

The setup stays the same while it is divided across more pieces. Repeat orders may avoid a new digitising fee if the approved file can be reused, but confirm that in writing.

Garment choice can increase the work

Embroidery needs a stable surface. Polo pique, woven shirts, jackets, caps and thin stretch fabrics behave differently. The supplier may need different backing, needles, framing or test settings.

For corporate polos, read the polo embroidery ordering guide before choosing the fabric. For a complete programme budget, use the corporate uniform cost guide.

Avoid sending expensive finished garments for embroidery until the supplier has approved the fabric and produced a sample. Personalised garments may not be returnable after a name or logo is sewn.

Does colour count affect embroidery cost?

Unlike multi-colour silk screen printing, embroidery pricing is not simply one setup fee per visible colour. Stitch count, density, dimensions and machine time usually matter more.

However, extra thread changes, metallic thread, glow thread, colour matching or numerous short colour sections can add work. Give the supplier the brand colour references and ask what thread colours are available.

Check the sample before production

Inspect:

• spelling and logo proportions;
• finished dimensions and position;
• readable small text;
• smooth edges and curves;
• puckering around the logo;
• loose threads;
• backing against the skin; and
• thread colours under normal light.

Approve the physical sew-out or a sample garment in writing. A digital proof confirms layout but cannot show stitch texture, puckering or actual thread colour.

Ask for an itemised embroidery quotation

Request these lines:

1. digitising or setup fee;
2. stitch count or complexity band;
3. embroidery price per piece;
4. garment price, if supplied;
5. charges for extra positions;
6. sample or sew-out fee;
7. extended-size charges;
8. delivery; and
9. repeat-order terms.

You can compare Malaysian embroidery suppliers by location or send one complete uniform brief through Baju Printz.

Prices cited above are public supplier examples checked on 27 July 2026 and may change.

Frequently asked questions

How much does logo embroidery cost in Malaysia?

Logo embroidery is normally quoted as a one-time digitising or setup fee plus a per-piece sewing charge. One Malaysian supplier publicly lists setup at RM80-RM300, while the final per-piece price depends on stitch count, logo size, quantity, garment and positions.

What is an embroidery digitising fee?

Digitising converts a logo into machine instructions that define stitch types, direction, density and sequence. It is different from simply saving an image in another file format.

Does a logo with more colours cost more to embroider?

Stitch count, size and density usually affect machine time more directly than colour count, although thread changes and special colours can add setup. Ask for pricing based on the actual digitised file.

Can an embroidery file be reused for repeat orders?

Often yes when the logo size, garment and placement stay suitable, but file ownership and reuse terms vary. Ask the supplier to retain the approved file, thread references and job number.