HONEST CRICUT EXPLORE 3 REVIEW! EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY A CRICUT 3
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- čas přidán 31. 07. 2024
- Today, I am sharing my honest Cricut Explore 3 review. I tell you what is new with Cricut 3, and who I think is best for Explore 3. #AD Thank you Cricut for sponsoring this video.
I show you the differences between the Explore 3 and the older Explore Air and compare the speeds. I even compare the Explore 3 to the Cricut Maker.
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Jennifer, very informative! Love your channel and your honesty!!!
I would buy the Explore 3 if I hadn’t just bought the Air 2! But I love my machine anyway! Thanks for the review.
Subscribed & Loved your video, very useful & thank you for your honesty. I would love to have this machine. 66 on a retired budget but crafting is one thing I HAVE to do. Thanks again, can't wait for your next video!!
Julie, I am so glad you are here! I understand about crafting being something that you need to do. 💕
Hey Jennifer, we got the Explore 3 as well and I have to say it is awesome! Not having to use a mat is so super great. I am definitely hooked. TYFS Have a great weekend!
Such a fun machine to play with! Cricut hit it out of the park!
I just got mine today my first one!
Super helpful! Thank you so much>
I managed to get an explore 3 like new for $100. I’m a beginner with paper crafts, so I’m excited
I just got a maker for my bday last December...of course cricut would come out with this. As for me I'll wait and be happy with my maker for now besides they probably will come out with something better in a few...thanks for sharing.
Your Maker is still great and will do amazing things. When you are ready to upgrade... just imagine what will be available. Enjoy your machine and work it hard! I am still using my Explore Air. 💕
Ok were you reading my mind?🤣 I am getting one, and you confirmed it for me! Thank you Jennifer!!😊😊😘😘👍
I am so glad Rhonda. You won't be disappointed!!
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy I know I will love it because you gave GREAT reviews on it thank you!😊
On the speed comparison between Explore 3 and the Maker, was it the previous model Maker or Maker 3?
Not sure if this was ask already can you use smart material with the Cricut explorer 2
Can you use your iron on the smart htv?
I love your channel!!
If im doing 3 different designs on 1 project do i use the mat for the 3 squares of vinyl
thank you for the review! I was just wondering if we still need to purchase the Cricut mats if I'm planning to cut normal sticker papers (matte, glossy etc) on the cricut explore 3!
its the same mat but I find stickers pretty hard considering calibrating the machine is fairly hard and I find it never is 100% correct
Hi, I am new to your channel and I appreciate the review. Can you make greeting cards with this, would you need a mat to make them? Also, if you have scraps, enough to make things, would you need a mat?
Thank you so much for sharing this! I have the explore air 2 and the joy and have been thinking about getting either the explore 3 or the maker 3. Do you know anything about the Maker 3?
I love my Maker. The Maker 3 has the same upgrades as the Explore 3. The difference are, the bells and whistles that the Maker offers. The Explore cut over 100+ . The Maker cuts over 300 +. You may want to consider the Maker 3, because you have the Explore Air 2, but only if you think to yourself at times that you want those addtional options.
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy thank you! I was thinking the same thing. I’m pretty sure I’m going with the Maker. 😊
Hi I’m a card maker. Can I use normal card stock to make my embellishments and make words. Also is the smart sticky backed card stock come in various colours. Thank you
Yes and yes !!!
Okay, take my money already!!!!! I'm blaming you for deciding to order the Explorer 3!!! LOL!!!!
I just got the maker 3 and I am in love! I am having a problem finding the smart black and white vinyl! Does Cricut have it on the sit?
I am so glad you love it!! They do have the smart vinyl on their site and it is also at Michael's.
I do love the new machines, but...nothing wrong with my machines so for me I will be waiting. Great for someone purchasing their first machine or need to upgrade. I'm just not there yet, but I do love the new machines. Love the less shiny look, no dial and no, we don't need the cartridge slot anymore since they did away with physical cartridges. I did have one question though, did you have your original Maker on fast mode when you did the comparison? I know the new machines are super fast, but was wondering about the fast mode being on. Enjoy! Hugs, Brenda
They are fairly slow honestly unless you pay for smart vinyl which is wayyy overpriced its good quality but for 9ft its 50 CAD when I order online I can get 9ft for like 30$ with shipping included and its either the same quality or better I recommend stahls for HTV
@@Eazycree I agree and I'm am satisfied with my currant machines which are the Maker, Air 2 and Joy. So I will be sticking with them. I don't even buy the smart vinyl for the Joy as I don't think it is worth it unless you need to cut something really long.
Thank you for sharing x
You are so welcome Karon! Thank you for watching! 💕
Looks like fun.
My girlfriend can’t even get hers to finish a test project…it starts for like 5 seconds and just stops. Any tips?! We already updated firmware and restarted cricut and the laptop with no results 😭
Can you use orcal 651 vinyl
Does the Explore 3 cut other materials like ''fabric,leather,metal etc.,"thin material"? I have used other brand of vinyl with my explore 3 and I have had no problems,but now I'm confused about other ''tools'' and fabric I could use and cut.
You can cut fabric, but not as well as with the Maker. The Maker and Maker 3 can cut those other materials. 💕
If you had a choice between an explorer or the maker which would you buy?
I love them both. It depends on what you plan to do. The Maker has 7 more options
Rotary Blade, Knife Blade, Scoring Wheels (Single & Double), Engraving Tool, Debossing Tool, Wavy Blade, Perforation Blade. If you think you would use these... I would get the Maker. If not... I would get the Explorer. Most people don't use the Maker to is full advantage.
What can you recommend for cutting wood the cricut maker or cricut 3 ?
The Cricut Maker is what you want. If you are able to get the Cricut Maker 3... That is the machine I would get, because it allows you the options of using the smart vinyl. You would also need the knife blade to cut wood. I hope this helps! 💕
Thx
My main question for this product..is can I download a random image from google and save it on my laptop and then download it to the cricut design!? Cuz I would love to make different kinds of jewelry but I’m wondering if it’s just limited images you can use..
Thanks!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Yesu can
I have the explore air 2 and I love it. I really want to upgrade my machine. I don’t know if want the explore 3 or the maker 3. But I really like the mint green and my air 2 is mint green. I’m kinda scared I won’t use all the tools on the maker. The only tool I like with the maker is the engraving and cutting wood. My explore is my first cricut machine. So I just someone opinion. I don’t know if I should get the original maker or just get the new maker. But I want to see if cricut would come out with more colors for the maker 3. Because I really like my mint green. I know you can do so much more with the maker then the explore. My explore was my beginning machine.
If you think you would use any of the features on the Maker... I think it is worth it. The more you play with it... the more you will try more things. As for the orginal verse the 3. I tend to lean towards the 3 and that is because it allows you to use smart materials if you want. You don't have to... but at least the option is always there. 💕
I'm not a fan of my Maker. I don't use it much and the rubber rollers are sliding off track and throws the calibration off. I also don't like when I'm cutting Velum I can't see if bits (like stars) have wedged themselves in the blade and it will ruin the whole cut. That's why I'm researching the other Cricut machines that have the blade in front.
I have a problem too with my Joy and the smart vinyl. Making patriotic alphas for the 4th I could not get them to lift with the transfer tape and I used every variety I had. Maybe if they were a larger design?
I am using Cricut transfer tape, but I found that focusing on the edging made all the difference. If i can't make it easy... I won't do it. I am working with it more this with. If i come up with any more tips to make it even easier... I promise to share. 💕
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy I just watched a you tube video, and the host said it's a common problem. But the showed what you can use instead of smart vinyl with the Maker and Explore 3. Very interesting. And way less expensive.
I've been wanting to get a Cricut but couldn't decide which one I want more. I'm definitely going to check this one out.
But the thing is... smart stuff is expensive. I can get 10 YARDS of vinyl for CHEAPER than the smart material for a few feet.
Alma, I love the Explore 3. Tara is right. The smart materials are more expensive, but like all things there will be sales. I plan to use a combination of smart materials and other materials. I keep and use my Cricut machines for years. I don't feel the end to buy the newest machines. This is way I don't own an Explore 2. However, if someone is looking to buy a Cricut over the next several months.... the Explore 3 is my recommendation for 95% of people. The other 5% will need and want the bells and whistles that the Maker 3 offers.
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy ok thank you so much Jennifer and Tara. I truly appreciate y'all's information.
I am wanting to purchase a Cricut but..... how many times did you mess up before actually getting the process down without the oops 😬?
K and R Strickland, what did you decide on a Cricut?
I'm currently evaluating options....
I personally don't have/use an iPad (presently have android/kindle)...so not sure this is feasible 🤔
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I bought the Maker 3. Just received for Christmas from my hubby. I haven't had a chance to use it yet. But I'm excited.
Tfs and God Bless 🥰💜
I need to start saving because I don’t have a Cricut and really want one but the expense made me hold back.
go on vevor you can get a cheaper product that's better quality especially if your making high volume and need wider vinyl
Ugh!....... I bought the cricut air explorer. ( I haven't even used it yet) am I correct you HAVE to use a mat with the air???
The Explore Air 2 is a great machine. I still plan on using my Explore Air. I hope you get it outb of the box and use it soon. 💕
Hi, I can you different languages for text? And can you tell what machine is better? Cricut explore 3? Cricut maker machine? Or cricut explore air 2?or other. I new ,what buy for my handmade jobs😊 that
They both identical speed... explorer 3 is ONLY faster when cutting smart vinyl, aside from that air 2 and 3 cut at the same speed using anything else
Love it just got home from surgery yep still numb thank goodness. But wanted to see this.
I hope you have a good recovery. Take care of yourself. 💕
Can you use other brands of vinyl without the mat?
Not right now, but there are smart people out there that are always coming up with things.
yea not at all ive tried cutting the vinyl to the exact dimension but it never works
Wonderlike
HELP! You spoke about how easy it was to remove the vinyl. I just purchased this and I cannot get the letters to remove from the vinyl. It appears that the letters are not being cut!! The blade is sharp so I don't know what to do. My first cricut ever
The most important is to make sure that you have set the right material to be cut. If you are using a brand other than Cricut, you may need to play with it a bit. Also, I find that regular vinyl and HTV (iron on) is the most beginner friendly. 💕
Great video .....TY!!!!!!!!
Thank you so much Jackie! 💕
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy Yvw Jennifer!!!!!
Hi friend, new subscriber here! Love your video! Thanks for sharing!
Glad you're here! Thanks for watching! 💕
Thats very cool machine. I wonder if i bought from America i can use in European countries?
What is the difference between the Explorer 3 and the Maker? Which one would you recommend?
The Maker has also has Rotary Blade, Knife Blade, Scoring Wheels (Single & Double), Engraving Tool, Debossing Tool, Wavy Blade, Perforation Blade. I find most people only want to cut paper and vinly. However, if you want to cut chipboard, fabric, engrave... I would get the Maker. I hope this helps. 💕
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy thank you
For a quilter, is the maker the machine to get?
Yes the Maker can easily cut fabrics without any heat bond on it.
Melissa, the Maker is absolutely the best for a quilter. Stephanie is right. You can get a rotary blade to cut your fabric. 💕
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy thank you
@@zullo3529 thank you
cricut explore 3 Bluetooth not working computer and phone doesnt see it
I never outgrew horses and ended up getting one at 24! :P
You're so lucky!!!!!!!!!
I bought a Cricut Explore Air 2 this spring so will not be updating anytime soon.
Kerry, I completely understand. I didn't ever get the Explore Air 2. I still love my Explore Air. Both are great Cricut machines. 💕
I'm about to use my joy and return r n my explore 3 bc I can't get a project to cut to save my life
Sorry to hear this. I find the 3 such a machine to use. Glad you have the Joy. 💕
Ok... but then you have to buy ONLY from cricut which is expensive. And my Maker has all this. EXACTLY like this but yes I have to use the mat but the smart stuff is expensive and I haven't seen anyone else coming out with the smart cheaper.
Tara, this is still new. I wouldn't be suprised to see some alternatives.
I love my Maker too (and my Explore Air), but if someone is looking to buy a new Cricut and they won't use all the bells and whistles of the Maker or Maker 3 (which most people don't)... I 100% recommand the Explore 3.
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy see but I would still choose the Cricut Air Explorer 2 over the 3. I don't know. Just seems a waste of money to me with all the smart stuff.
Since you are sponsored by Cricut I don’t feel you can give an honest review. The smart material is thicker with a plastic backing. Just more plastic in the landfill! And it’s pricey. Thanks
See that's my thing. I can get GOOD vinyl (oracle 651) for $15 for 10 yards! And regular cricut vinyl is that for 3 feet. How much is this "smart" vinyl going to be? No thanks... I'll stick with my Maker.
I would NEVER share something that I could not be honest about. I get several emails a day asking me to share products, and if you ever watch my videos... you know that I only work with 3-4 brands ever. Integrity is more valuable than money!!!
Don’t love the 3, the new futures really are not worth the extra money for me.
No need for one... I'll stay with real diy..... Hand done.
Cricut crafts are real DIYs. I wish I had the skill to paint beautiful images or beautiful handwriting, but I don't. However, I can design on a computer. I find great satifaction in that. I think it is awesome that you can do things with you hands. 💕
I’ve owned one for a year now in short their overpriced print and cut barely works they often fail to cut htv properly if you want a vinyl cutter just buy one from vevor or any other company honestly
Sorry for you bad experience. I really love my Cricut and have since 2012. The print and cut does require you to calibrte your printer and Cricut for the best experience. If you only use vinyl on occasion I absolutely see where supporting a small business is the way to go. Happy crafting! 💕
@@LittleBitofCalmCrazy Yea I've calibrated it many times it's somewhat correct but I find if I cut any more than two images on one sheet the last two are always off it seems like this machine is only good if you use it maybe once a week but I make new shirts daily so it's not ideal I pretty much only use it if I need two things cut at once I would use it for tags but it cant cut small lines I find it doesn't cut all the way through on detailed object and makes weeding excruciating do you have any tips for weeding HTV with small details?
Did anyone pay this kid?
Do not buy Cricut. Cricut has horrible customer svc. I received defective machine, did zoom video call so I can do all the troubleshooting. Their cust svc agreed and said the machine was not operational. So they will send replacement in a week. I have customer orders and they have not heard of overnight or even 2 fay shipping. They won't let you return it either unless you pay shipping.
DON'T BUY IT. I bought it and regret it (already having the maker.) I got excited about the long cutting forgetting that cricut vinyl is trash. I hate cricut vinyl and well as yall know, you can only use smart vinyl 🙄 I never buy cricut vinyl so thinking about it, it was useless for me. I'm annoyed that I paid for the cricut maker 3. So trying to save yall from making the same mistake.
Thanks! I was debating on just getting a maker or maker 3. I went with maker
I hate mine with a passion. You can only use cricut smart materials, and they’re basic and ugly. I wasted so much money on this product.
skip it..the matt finish looks cheap
Glossy looks cheap imo