HTVRont vs. Heat Press Nation Heat Press

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  • Опубликовано: 9 окт 2022
  • HTVRont just released their Auto Press. I've been using it to test out different projects and thought it might be helpful to compare it to my other heat press which is the Signature Series from Heat Press Nation. I hope this video helps you make a more informed decision about purchasing the HTVRont press. Don't forget to hit that thumbs up sign if you liked it!
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  • @LouRao
    @LouRao Год назад +9

    Awesome presentation comparing the two. I have the HTVRONT heat press and would not recommend it to anyone. The heat press itself is not bad, does a good job. Where the problem lays with the heat press is the lack of support. Trying to contact HTVRONT is one of the worse experiences I ever dealt with. I used their online form, emailed, and many attempts called. No response in all of forms I used to contact them. Left voice messages many times. And for these reasons alone is why I highly recommend to stay away from HTVRONT products. Don’t support companies by buying their products if you can’t get support within a timely manner.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      That is so unfortunate but it’s not the first time I’ve heard that. Customer service goes a long way for me and I hate to hear when companies done value it.

    • @oliverorquia622
      @oliverorquia622 11 месяцев назад

      HTVRONT has good aftersales support.. They send a new machine when my hot press mulfunction

    • @edithfowler4956
      @edithfowler4956 10 месяцев назад

      I ordered and cancelled it after seeing this due to I work with hoodies and did not like the way it did not open wide. I e- mailed and I got a response the would cancel my order and not ship it .

  • @Jbarton81
    @Jbarton81 6 месяцев назад +1

    This was an amazing help! Thank You for doing this video!

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  6 месяцев назад

      I’m so glad you found it helpful!

  • @mcharron4122
    @mcharron4122 11 месяцев назад +2

    I'm so new to all of this so this was very helpful! Thank you!

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад

      Yay!! I’m so happy to hear you found it helpful! Thanks😁. Do you have a heat press yet?

    • @mcharron4122
      @mcharron4122 11 месяцев назад

      @@TheCraftyBrick No I haven’t purchased yet. The htvront is a good price point snd I’m brand new to it but I don’t like the comments on lack of service from them. Im just watching videos on many of them now.

  • @Jana-TheCraftyGambler
    @Jana-TheCraftyGambler Год назад +4

    Great comparison on the two machines. I have the HTVRONT and love it. I needed a machine smaller and lighter than my regular heat press to go into my craft room. I had I am just now getting into sublimation and have found that if I need a bit more pressure I just use a ver thin piece of wood or cardboard and it works fine. I don’t find it off putting that so many people complain about the sweatshirt issue. Just turn it sideways and the problem is solved. As far as the limit of time, I haven’t had to press anything longer that 90 seconds so that is not an issue either. I was making car coaster and went thru a dozen blanks before I discovered that to get even pressure I just needed to put a thin shim under my project and the problem was solved. All of my mess ups were really just leaning hoe to use the heat press and now I don’t have any issues at all.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Great idea about adding the wood for pressure. Since doing the video I tried the hoodie to the side and it did work out. I agree it’s a machine. I just don’t think it could be my only one because I do need times longer than 99 and if I’m making a lot of things it’s not as easy as my clamshell. But that heating time is AWESOME!

  • @jmoss55ish
    @jmoss55ish Год назад +1

    Thank you for such a helpful video as I am in decision mode on these machines.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Yay!! I’m so happy you found it helpful. Have you decided which one to get yet?

  • @lenayoung1497
    @lenayoung1497 Год назад +1

    Great tutorial 😃 The signature machine left very vibrant prints and the operational functions hands down the signature gets my vote! The openness are of signature makes the overall experience superior. Thanks for comparison

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Thanks for watching! I’m so happy you liked the comparison😁. Yes the clearance makes a very big difference

  • @SimplyAnnieB
    @SimplyAnnieB Год назад +3

    I liked the clamshell heat press, the HTV Ront seems to have limitations. I will go with the Clamshell Press. Thanks for sharing.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      Yes it is a little challenging to work with when using thicker materials

  • @kmlnoe65
    @kmlnoe65 Год назад +1

    What a great and informative video!! thank you!!!!!!!!!

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Yaaaayyyy! I’m so happy to hear that. Thanks!!

  • @Krthaspecialist
    @Krthaspecialist Год назад +2

    Thank you

  • @Mrscreative47
    @Mrscreative47 Год назад +2

    I have real bad Arthritis and Osteo so this would be great for me. I only do small stuff so great price and size. Waiting on mine to come

  • @gerrywolfe2549
    @gerrywolfe2549 Год назад +2

    Thanks for the great video. I was looking to buy the HTVRont, but there seem to be too many limitations. Thanks for your honest assessment.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      You’re very welcome! I’m glad you liked it. I have to say after using it for about 6 months. I’m actually very happy with it. I still don’t choose it to make hoodies BUT it heats up so fast it’s my first choice when I’m short on time.

  • @KnottyNekoCrafts
    @KnottyNekoCrafts Год назад +1

    Yeah, I’ve noticed the same same thing with the HTVRONT. Both machines have their place.

  • @DrSam2u
    @DrSam2u Год назад +2

    Thanks for the comparison review. I am currently using HTVRONT's smaller 10x10 hand press. So this would be a step up for me. I purchased through Kickstarter and am awaiting arrival of my heat press. I questioned not having the variable pressure. I mainly do sublimation and vinyl shirts and hoodies. We'll see if works out for me.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      oh nice! I hope it works for you. it is a really good price.

    • @Jana-TheCraftyGambler
      @Jana-TheCraftyGambler Год назад +1

      I love my HTVRONT heatpress. The limitations with the sweatshirts are not that big of a deal for me. I just put it on sideways with the hood hanging off the side.

    • @DrSam2u
      @DrSam2u Год назад

      @@Jana-TheCraftyGambler I have my HTVRont Auto Press and love it. I use it primarily over my hand press. I've had no issues with my projects so far.

  • @prazdance
    @prazdance Год назад +3

    Thank you for this very informative comparison!!! I am searching to buy a heat press, and I've been considering these same two machines. Your presentation is right on time and has helped me tremendously. I currently use my Easy Press 12×12 and mini press. The HTV Ront seems to be what I need and is within my budget as a beginner. I also create mugs and tumblers. What are your thoughts on 5 - or 8-in-1 heat presses? Do you have a link to compare those? Thank you for taking time out to share your expertise, I'm truly grateful! 😊❤️

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      I’m so happy you found it helpful! I think you’ll be happy with your purchase. It’s a good machine and you can’t beat the price

  • @nottelling4205
    @nottelling4205 11 месяцев назад +1

    Here is a hack for doing your tote bags. Turn it so the handles stick out from the side. You can increase the pressure by placing a USPS free shipping box under the mat. Ño cutting needed. The box will stick out the front but is not in the way

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад +1

      Love this! Thanks for sharing 😁

  • @ronbrown6123
    @ronbrown6123 Год назад +1

    Thanks for this! I was wondering about the time limit, basically ceramic tiles, plaques, and those types are going to be out of the picture with the HTVront for now. Clamshells seem to be problematic on multiple items, making more pressure at the back versus front when closing. Was really hoping a straight down pressure press would be more product adaptable.

    • @marklola12
      @marklola12 Год назад +2

      yeh the 99 second limit is stupid, even htvront employee told me via instagram they think it was a stupid idea, either weay the autopress simplay can not apply enough pressure for alot of items anyway so its a waste of money. and doing multiple presses can smear images when sublimating ceramic and glass as once it lifts up the paper can change shape and alter even when taped so you get ghosting. ceramics i do need 360 seconds and glass 180
      you are better off getting a swing away one as you lower them straight down and it has even pressure..mine also has a pull out draw

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      Yeah it does seem like it would be a good idea but this one at least is not the answer for all your projects.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      @@marklola12 yeah it makes no sense when doing sublimation to lift up your press and add more time. They left out a few key functions with this one

  • @lorisabiniano3353
    @lorisabiniano3353 2 месяца назад +1

    Hello Courtney, I just started following you on RUclips and I loved your demo comparison between the two heat press machines. I have the HTVRONT press and I agree with the things you mentioned. I'm wondering what your thought are about maybe pressing the tote bag on the HTVRONT without the pressing pillow. Because the HTVRONT press padding is aleready thick. May the colors would have come out a little better.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  2 месяца назад +1

      That’s a god point Lori. It’s possible that taking out the pressing pillow could help. I did that video awhile ago but I have to say I find that I use the pillow quite frequently. Sometimes I take it off but a lot of times I keep it on there it just depends on what I’m making

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  2 месяца назад +1

      Forgot to say thanks for subscribing 😁. Welcome to the Craftty Crew!

    • @lorisabiniano3353
      @lorisabiniano3353 2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you for the quick response. I appreciate that. And thank you for the welcome. Also you inspired me to get the Ricoma embroidery machine. I haven't gotten it yet...girl, I'm waiting on my eldest son to move put on his own😆

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  2 месяца назад +1

      oh really?!?! I’m IN LOVE with it! I told my husband last night, when it’s working I just sit there and watch it because I’m just in awe. I just wanna embroider all the things. It’s making me so happy and I’m sure you will love it too! I’m working on getting more content out so hopefully you will be up and running in no time when you get it. 😁

  • @lgrif1201
    @lgrif1201 Год назад +2

    I’m looking into the HTVRont for sublimation - since it doesn’t allow you to adjust pressure do you think increasing the time would help with the colors for the bag??

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Unfortunately I don’t really think so. I’ve tried a few other times and it just didn’t work for the bags. If you do too much time then your colors will start to burn.

  • @grisselle1972
    @grisselle1972 11 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for your tutorial. Where I can find the tote bags blanks please

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад +1

      Here’s the link to the bags.
      shrsl.com/3jc5h

  • @terrybarnhill8451
    @terrybarnhill8451 11 месяцев назад +1

    Turn the tote so the handles are on the side. That works!

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад

      Yes I have learned after using it awhile that does work much better. I turn shirts sideways as well sometimes

  • @saklady
    @saklady 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thinking of getting the htvront - do you think the color would turn out better on the htvront if you were to add a little thicker base by changing out the base on the Htvront

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  10 месяцев назад

      Yes! I have actually done some projects by adding a firm pressing pillow on top of the original pad and I have found it helpful.

  • @Krthaspecialist
    @Krthaspecialist Год назад +2

    Interesting observation so where do get your “pressing pillow“? I own the HTVRONT

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +2

      I got the pressing pillows from a heat Press Nation Heat Press Nation shrsl.com/3gru7

  • @LimitlessNarration
    @LimitlessNarration Год назад +1

    I’m only doing shirts and hoodies do you think the HTVRONT is good enough? I have a clamshell but it’s not a slide out.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      I think it will def be good enough just a little challenging with the hoodies. Since there isn’t much clearance it’s just hard to get the hoodie BUT it does work well

    • @LimitlessNarration
      @LimitlessNarration Год назад +3

      @@TheCraftyBrickThanks. I’ve seen videos where the person puts the hoodie on the side of the heat press. Instead of top to bottom

    • @mcharron4122
      @mcharron4122 11 месяцев назад

      @@LimitlessNarration Me too. They simply turned the item and hood or handles off the side and it works great!

  • @Wrightn221
    @Wrightn221 Год назад +2

    There are many tutorials for the HTVront pressure issue. Just add a pressing pillow for more pressure. Problem solved.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      Yep great tip! Thanks! I tried that after making this video and it does work very well😁. I’m still happy with this press 8 months later

    • @Wrightn221
      @Wrightn221 Год назад

      @@TheCraftyBrick You're welcome. I had to do research before buying it. I bought their easy press, a couple of years ago. I love it. I jumped into the sublimation pool, so knew I needed a bigger press.

  • @Krthaspecialist
    @Krthaspecialist Год назад +1

    Where do your create your sublimation art or suggest sheets?

  • @jessiegibson9023
    @jessiegibson9023 Год назад +1

    Good video thanks I don’t like any press that you can’t adjust the pressure thanks ❤

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад

      Yeah it definitely is not good for every project

  • @mtyler1967
    @mtyler1967 Год назад +1

    Should I unplug the htvront heat press after a project?

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      I usually keep it plugged in although the light flashes all the time

  • @marklola12
    @marklola12 Год назад +2

    The autopress simply does not have enough pressure for alot of things tbh hence it looks more paler and not as crisp

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Agreed. I think it’s fine for tees but not for a lot of other things that require more pressure

    • @kcastillo0319
      @kcastillo0319 Год назад +2

      I wondered if you could increase the thickness of the heat pillow to create more pressure? I don't have the press so I cannot test.

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад +1

      @@kcastillo0319 that’s an idea… I’ll check it out.

  • @jeepgirl1224
    @jeepgirl1224 Год назад +1

    I saw a video on how to fix the pressure

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Oh really? How do you do that?

    • @jeepgirl1224
      @jeepgirl1224 Год назад +1

      @@TheCraftyBrick the video said to add another pressing pad

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      @@jeepgirl1224 ahh ok. Thanks for sharing!

  • @creamnation7531
    @creamnation7531 Год назад +1

    Just turn the hoodie side ways it works

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Someone else suggested that to me and i tried it. You’re right, it works great! Thanks so much! I really like this press😁

  • @terrybarnhill8451
    @terrybarnhill8451 11 месяцев назад +1

    How to get those press out?

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад

      Sorry not sure I understand your question

    • @terrybarnhill8451
      @terrybarnhill8451 11 месяцев назад

      When you see a press mark around the image from pressure

  • @jameslee7258
    @jameslee7258 Год назад +1

    Any HTV SAMPLES?

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  Год назад

      Do you mean did I try out any HTV? I did and it worked just fine.

  • @grisselle1972
    @grisselle1972 11 месяцев назад +1

    The ones I have bought from Amazon already gives me ghosting

    • @TheCraftyBrick
      @TheCraftyBrick  11 месяцев назад

      Oh really. Did you use tape or spray?

  • @Alia-J
    @Alia-J Год назад +2

    Maybe wearing glove might help