Cricut makes two full-size smart cutting machines with different capabilities. Both the Explore 3 and Maker 3 cut materials like vinyl, cardstock, and heat-transfer vinyl. However, the Maker 3's ...

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If you’re a crafter who needs to cut materials like cardstock or vinyl, we think the Cricut Explore 3 is the best electronic cutting machine.

Cricut's whole deal is that you can do more than just vinyl cutting. While the Maker 3 is the one with all the bells and whistles, the less expensive Explore 3 still has a lot going on.

The Cricut Explore 3 gives a refresh to Cricut's previous mid-range model.; The Explore 3 supports matless technology called Smart Materials, which is a game-changer. The smart cutting machine ...

Xinart cutting mats ($9 for a variety three-pack) hold vinyl, cardstock, and sticker paper firmly in place during the cutting process. These mats will lose their stickiness after about 40 to 50 uses.

Cricut's $400 Maker 4 supports a much wider variety of cutting tools and pressure options, allowing you to cut leather, fabric and even thin pieces of wood with additional accessories.

Vinyl cutting machines we recommend Best of the best: Cricut’s Maker Our take: A highly versatile crafting machine that allows you to create without limitations.

If you really love using Cricut for cutting vinyl and making iron-ons or stickers, the Explore 4 is only $250 and will work as fast as the Maker 4.

The Cricut Maker 4 and Explore 4 look nearly identical to their predecessors but are up to twice as fast when cutting through materials like cardstock and vinyl, Cricut says.