I bought this machine after reading good reviews on amazon. I wish I had seen this video earlier. Came here to find a solution for the transfers that kept peeling off. I figured it was a problem with pressure. I agree with everything you said. It tips back, making it hard to center and align and the timer doesn't work.
Thanks for watching the video, wish you were able to see this video first but check out this video if you need a good budget press. czcams.com/video/ncgqTmAVN3k/video.html
I watched your video after I had already ordered the press from Aliexpress for $140 and your review didn't leave me with a good feeling. The press arrived after a very short delivery time and has already been tested. The press was delivered with suction cups, which prevents the press from tipping over when the swing-away system is used. But beware, the suction cups do not hold equally well on every (smooth) surface. Unfortunately, this does not completely solve the problem. I solve the problem by using two strong clamps to additionally fix the press to the edge of the table. This works perfectly for me. In fact, the contact pressure, as you illustrate in the video, is not even; however, I have not noticed any disadvantages in this respect when transferring the motifs so far. I try to align them accordingly so that they are exposed to the greater pressure. As a beginner in the world of heat presses and a pragmatic thinker, the press is perfect for me. It just takes a little ingenuity to counteract the existing shortcomings.
Thanks for doing the tests yourself. I'm glad the clamps solved your issue. At the end of the day you get what you pay for, glad it still works for what you're trying to do.
@@transfersuperstars My delivery included suction cups, but as already mentioned in a comment above, these do not adhere to all (smooth) surfaces. I solve the problem by attaching two strong clamps to the front feet and the edge of the table.
I just bought a 12x15 Vevor heat press and the pressure wasnt even. I exchanged it and the new one that was sent to me has the exact same issue. I dont like it.
Yes the 15x15" heat press from Vevor is garbage. We had better luck with their 16x20. We have a video coming out today where we test out 7 heat presses from Amazon to find the best one. Tune in later on this afternoon for that video!
Heat resistant tape is useful if you are pressing some details, necktags or an awkward location where you need to make sure the transfer doesn't move or prematurely lift off.
I recemtly got vevors newer model heat press 8in one it looks much better than the one on in this video BUT exactly the same issue... pressure at the back is great pressure at the front is none existant Do you know of any way to possibly fix this
Unfortunately the adjustable turn knob should be the only solution, if that doesn't work, then the press just doesn't have the ability to clamp down tighter.
As can also be seen in the video, the holder tube bends backwards as soon as the press is actuated. The only result of adjusting the height setting by using the adjustable turn knob is that the lower it is set, the more the holder tube bends backwards. This certainly increases the pressure on the plate, but the irregularity remains. As I have not owned the machine for very long, I have not yet been able to look into this in depth, but I can see two possible solutions for the time being: 1. reinforce/stabilize the holder tube 2. shim the front two screw connections to the lower press plate with washers so that the height can be compensated. Perhaps this will help; or I will let you know again as soon as I have been able to test this myself.
So you got a product that was an Amazon return that was also clearly missing parts but continued on with a review of the machine? That seems sketch as all hell.
Hi @calipidgious, I appreciate your feedback! You’re right; receiving a product in such condition is far from ideal. However, the goal was to provide an honest review of the typical experiences consumers might face when ordering budget-friendly heat presses from Amazon. Many people encounter issues with used or incomplete items, and we wanted to show the real challenges and assess the product’s performance despite these setbacks. We always aim to deliver authentic content that helps our viewers make informed decisions. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
I bought this machine after reading good reviews on amazon. I wish I had seen this video earlier. Came here to find a solution for the transfers that kept peeling off. I figured it was a problem with pressure. I agree with everything you said. It tips back, making it hard to center and align and the timer doesn't work.
Thanks for watching the video, wish you were able to see this video first but check out this video if you need a good budget press. czcams.com/video/ncgqTmAVN3k/video.html
I watched your video after I had already ordered the press from Aliexpress for $140 and your review didn't leave me with a good feeling. The press arrived after a very short delivery time and has already been tested.
The press was delivered with suction cups, which prevents the press from tipping over when the swing-away system is used. But beware, the suction cups do not hold equally well on every (smooth) surface. Unfortunately, this does not completely solve the problem. I solve the problem by using two strong clamps to additionally fix the press to the edge of the table. This works perfectly for me.
In fact, the contact pressure, as you illustrate in the video, is not even; however, I have not noticed any disadvantages in this respect when transferring the motifs so far. I try to align them accordingly so that they are exposed to the greater pressure.
As a beginner in the world of heat presses and a pragmatic thinker, the press is perfect for me. It just takes a little ingenuity to counteract the existing shortcomings.
Thanks for doing the tests yourself. I'm glad the clamps solved your issue. At the end of the day you get what you pay for, glad it still works for what you're trying to do.
If you would put the suction cup feet on it, it will keep it in place
Did it come with it? We don't recall it coming with suction cups
@@transfersuperstars My delivery included suction cups, but as already mentioned in a comment above, these do not adhere to all (smooth) surfaces. I solve the problem by attaching two strong clamps to the front feet and the edge of the table.
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What kind of clamps do you mean. That’s something I’m not familiar with.
I’m so glad I found your channel. I was heavily thinking of purchasing this heat press
Glad I could help!
@@transfersuperstars I ended up getting the new powerpress. I also plan to put in an order in the near future for your DTFs!
I just bought a 12x15 Vevor heat press and the pressure wasnt even. I exchanged it and the new one that was sent to me has the exact same issue. I dont like it.
Yes the 15x15" heat press from Vevor is garbage. We had better luck with their 16x20. We have a video coming out today where we test out 7 heat presses from Amazon to find the best one. Tune in later on this afternoon for that video!
I got this heat press and cannot figure out how to set the machine. My directions don't really match what I am seeing on the machine.. any tips??
Can you describe what is happening?
I have this exact printer. I have two different brands of heat transfer paper. Will I need to buy heat resistant tape as well?
Heat resistant tape is useful if you are pressing some details, necktags or an awkward location where you need to make sure the transfer doesn't move or prematurely lift off.
I recemtly got vevors newer model heat press 8in one it looks much better than the one on in this video BUT exactly the same issue... pressure at the back is great pressure at the front is none existant
Do you know of any way to possibly fix this
Unfortunately the adjustable turn knob should be the only solution, if that doesn't work, then the press just doesn't have the ability to clamp down tighter.
As can also be seen in the video, the holder tube bends backwards as soon as the press is actuated. The only result of adjusting the height setting by using the adjustable turn knob is that the lower it is set, the more the holder tube bends backwards. This certainly increases the pressure on the plate, but the irregularity remains.
As I have not owned the machine for very long, I have not yet been able to look into this in depth, but I can see two possible solutions for the time being:
1. reinforce/stabilize the holder tube
2. shim the front two screw connections to the lower press plate with washers so that the height can be compensated.
Perhaps this will help; or I will let you know again as soon as I have been able to test this myself.
Which heat press you suggest, im a beginner.. please help me
We have the winner in this video. czcams.com/video/ncgqTmAVN3k/video.html
So you got a product that was an Amazon return that was also clearly missing parts but continued on with a review of the machine? That seems sketch as all hell.
Hi @calipidgious, I appreciate your feedback! You’re right; receiving a product in such condition is far from ideal. However, the goal was to provide an honest review of the typical experiences consumers might face when ordering budget-friendly heat presses from Amazon. Many people encounter issues with used or incomplete items, and we wanted to show the real challenges and assess the product’s performance despite these setbacks. We always aim to deliver authentic content that helps our viewers make informed decisions. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts!
No alarm, no buy. You are asking for trouble.
Yeah don’t buy this one