Honest Review of the Cricut Maker 3 | Maker vs. Maker 3 Comparison | Unboxing Video | Unsponsored
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- Опубликовано: 4 июл 2024
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Are you been thinking about buying a Cricut Maker or Maker 3 & want to know which one to buy?
Then this video is for you!
This is my honest, unsponsored review & comparison of the Cricut Maker & Maker 3. Watch me unbox my new Cricut Maker 3, review the features and failure points, including:
- Advertised claims
- Box inclusions in the Maker vs. Maker 3
- Machine comparison
- Smart vs. Premium Cricut Vinyl
- Machine speed comparison
- Cutting comparison
- Design Space differences
- Final Verdict
I hope this helps you choose a Cricut Maker that is right for you.
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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:55 - Advertised Claims
1:35 - Box Inclusions
3:27 - Machine Comparison
4:38 - Smart vs. Premium Vinyl
6:09 - Speed Comparison
6:43 - Cutting Comparison
8:41 - Design Space Differences
9:51 - Final Verdict 
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The Cricut wood cutting issue has been fixed in the latest firmware update.
Was the issue been resolved? Were you able to cut basswood in cricut maker 3?
@@christinaverniceforonda8993 Cricut has said that this was fixed in the latest firmware update but I havent been able to successfully try it yet.
Thank you for this update!!!
Finally!! A review that make sense. I’ve been so frustrated by other reviews that seem scripted all by the same marketing team… thank you!
What a lovely comment, thanks for the support ☺
For someone who is new to the cricut machines on a whole and trying to decide which one to get, this is the best review yet between the Maker and the Maker 3. Thank you!
Wow thank you for the lovely feedback ☺
I cannot THANK YOU enough for this honest review. I was so confused between the two. As much as I would love the option of longer prints, for if I would need it, just didn't justify the price. I purchased the Cricut maker 1 hour before watching this video. Now SUPER confident about my purchase. Sending very happy hugs. Your love saved me thousands of rands. RSA love back to you!
I'm so glad to hear that! I hope you love your new Cricut ☺
I've been looking for a review like this, I am so thankful for this. I have a Air 2 and was wanting to upgrade but wasn't sure if I should skip the Maker (which comes with more items out of the box) than the Maker 3, now I know I will go with the Maker (Champaign). Thank you again, so glad I discovered you.
I'm so glad to hear that. I hope you enjoy your new Maker 😊
I decided to go with the maker instead of the maker 3 as well. This is my first circut machine I’m happy I decided to chose the maker and not the maker 3
@@DivinevirgoFeminine I didn’t really get a choice per say. The original owner of my Cricut 3 bought it and had no idea what they were getting themselves into, so she decided to sell it after spending so much money. She had an issue returning it cause it was on a different debit card and she could no longer return it. I didn’t even know what a Cricut really was. I did see them at Walmart when they joy had come out but I didn’t put two and two together. She sold it to me at a huge discount at $150 brand new and i was so upset that it didn’t come with many of the NECESSARY items it needs to work out of the box. I hope when they come out with their newer machines in the future they decide to add the bare minimum required tools and accessories to start making crafts right out of the box and not just their smart sheets. Once i got used to it thought I’m glad i got it and I’m certainly glad its the maker3 and not just the maker or explore machines I’m actually using my machine for so many other materials that those other models just can’t do plus i love buying smart vinyl from other brands and I only spend the big bucks on blades and knives that Cricut actually makes better compared to knock off tools. Unless i have to i buy Amazon no name tools and vinyl.
Have watched a few reviews as planning to get a new machine and hoping to get the spark for my love on crafting once again (my first one was about over 16 years ago). This video is spot on and have answered questions for a consumer like me. No bias and just plain honesty. I have now subscribed and hoping to learn more from you. Thank you for sharing your ideas and your talent, you are a true inspiration. ❤️
This was lovely to read, thank you for the support ☺
Just like everyone else, I am impressed with the quality of your honest review, Totally changed my wish list from a Maker3 to a Maker. Hadn't even considered what came included and the Maker has everything I want to start off with. And the extra noise won't matter, cos I will just take out my hearing aids if it gets too much.
Such a lovely comment, thank you for the support. I hope you love your Maker ☺
@@ItsyBitsyBuild I am obsessed with it lol
Sue take out your hearing aids hilarious 😂 thanks you.. 🤣
Hands down the most honest review I have seen on this machine. I’m looking into upgrading my wife’s explore air to the maker 3 and this helps out tremendously. Thank you for help.
You're most welcome. Thanks for the support. ☺
To me this is the most helpful review on that topic! Thanks a lot!
Good to see a straightforward and useful review that doesn't look like something from a "Shopping Channel". Well done.
Wow thanks John, I really appreciate the support.
Best comparison video I've watched! thankyou! I have a Cricut Expression machine from way back, and am wanting to upgrade. Had my heart set on the Maker 3, but have now decided on just the Maker. I am not a fan at all of companies trying to get you to only use their brand materials etc, and you are right about the contents that come with the new maker 3, a total let down!
Wow thank you for that lovely comment and I'm so glad it was helpful. I hope you love your new Maker and you'll be able to spend the extra savings on materials. ☺
Yes this is exactly what I needed to see!!! Thank u so much
You're welcome ☺
Thank you so much for this honest review! I appreciate that it does not serve as a simple shopping channel for the brand and that it does not conceal the issues and bugs. As a longtime Cameo user who was extremely disappointed by the Cameo 4 I am now looking for an alternative that meets my needs. And it seems that the Maker is the perfect replacement. Interestingly, my old Cameo 3 can handle 3 m roll-feeded vinyl without a mat and without any problems (no special Silhouette material). Therefore, I won’t need a Maker 3 anyway. Now, I only have to figure out, how much effort it will be to transfer my Silhouette Studio designs into Design Space….
Thanks for the lovely comment. I was reading you may be able to export SVGa out of silhouette studio which you could then upload into design space.
Thanks so much for the review! This really helped.
That's great to hear! Thank you
Thank you for your honest review. I am brand new to all this and didn't know if I should spend the extra money and every review I've watched so far, none have said just exactly what the differences are so thank you very much! I'm going to go with the Cricut Maker.
I'm so glad it was helpful. I hope you love your new Cricut Maker.
Best review yet. We already have a silhouette cameo 3 and my wife really wanted a cricut maker and she bought the std unit and was a bit disapointed at first but now that we have done some further research we are happy with the choice.
Thanks so much, Colin. It sounds like she made a good decision.
Thank you, you answered all my questions about which one to choose.
You're welcome, Sue ☺
Thank you for the comparison of the two machines. It was very helpful!
You're welcome 😊
Thank you for this review. I looked at so many other videos that just said what they do and not the real issues. Appreciate you making things video.
You're welcome ☺
by far the best video on this subject! thank you for a HONEST review. headed to get my clearance maker now lol!
Thank you so much! I hope you love it as much as I do.
Great video! Really appreciate the review on the circuts. ❤
Thanks for the lovely comment ☺
Great review! Thank you for all the great information. I am looking into getting one of these machines and you’ve helped me in my decision.
I'm so glad to hear that, thanks for the support 🥰
I very much appreciate your honest review! Thank you!
Thank you for supporting my work ☺
A, calming, joy to listen to, in explaining the difference between products. Very will done.
Thanks, Ben :)
Thank you for your review! I didn’t know which one to choose from!
But now I made my decision… I’ll stick with the maker and enjoy the bundle!
You're most welcome ☺
I am so thankful for a good review between the two. I’m glad that I found your review because I was debating whether to get a maker 3 or maker. I do believe that I will just get a maker. Thank you again
That's lovely to hear, thank you. I hope you love your new Cricut ☺
One of my favourite reviews!
Thanks for the lovely comment ☺
This is the only honest review out there thank you!
Thanks for the support ☺
Excellent review! Thanks for being so honest with everything.
You're welcome! Thanks for the support.
Perfect, just the review I was looking for.
I'm so glad it was helpful. ☺
Thanks for your honesty!!!
You're welcome ☺
I wish I saw this review before my purchase. Great job! Thank you.
Thanks for the support. I hope you enjoy your new purchase.
Thank you for an honest review. I was leaning towards the Maker 3 but started seeing some negative reviews. Now I’m researching more before making a decision. It’s a lot of money to spend and I want to make the right choice.
You're welcome, I'm glad you found it useful.
Great review!
I'm getting the cricut regular old fashioned!
Yay! What are you going to make first?
Thank you for making this video. I am considering buying my first Cricut and have found your experience to be invaluable to my process of researching before I buy. My initial thought is always to get something that will let me do everything even if I don't be doing everything right away, I like having the options available. I'd never have factored in the base practicalities like included tools and materials, and additional expenses to buy items that really should be included for the price you are paying. In Australia, base retail is $699 for the Maker 3 which is a lot of money and I'd have to buy mats and tools on top of that. Just wow.
Thanks for the comment ☺
I agree, the inclusions in the Maker box are definitely more appealing.
I LOVE you review. So well done. So informative. Information dense. Thank you for posting it. Your projects are so creative.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the support ☺
Thank you for saving me money on my first buy! This was an extremely helpful review.
That's great to hear ☺
Thank you so much for this video, there's many comparison videos of the two but only you spoke on the speed difference of the smart vinyl. I now know my upgrade from explorer air 2 will be the regular maker because they cut the same materials and for the most part the difference is only in the smart vinyl and my current explorer air 2 actually cuts smart vinyl so there's no win in getting the 3. I'm so happy and thankful for your video ☺️
I'm so glad to hear that ☺ I hope you love your new purchase!
Excellent review! Can't thank you enough for the information as a new purchaser.
I'm so glad you found it helpful ☺
Awesome review! So thorough and informative! You've helped me with my decision to purchase the original maker for my current needs.
I'm so glad to hear that, thanks for the support 🥰
I appreciate the honest review before making my first purchase of a Maker.
Thank you so so much 💗 for your review I've been waiting and wanting a cricuit for 6 years now.. I'm still a little slightly undecided.. but I do appreciate your video so much because I never would if thought that the other blades weren't included.. making me lean more to the noise older model 🤣 possibly I don't even have a favorite color or food so it's always hard for me to decide.. going to watch this again with a glass of 🍷take some note then get ready for the sales 😉 on Monday 🤞
I'm so glad you found it helpful. All the best with your purchase. They're great machines no matter which one you buy ☺
Have been trying to figure out which Cricut would fit my needs better. So happy to find your comparison, which helped so much in my decision. By the way, I will be going with the Cricut Maker.
Yay! I'm so glad! ☺
Thank you so much. I’m about to buy a Cricut for the first time. This was very helpful.
You're welcome!
Thank you for this honest review. I had a feeling that most miniature makers wouldn’t really benefit from buying the maker 3. Seems silly to only upgrade one feature on a machine before releasing it. I rarely ever cut vinyl.
You're welcome 😊
I agree, they could've added a few more features to make it more appealing.
Thank you so much I just purchased a maker 3 but after see your review I’m gonna go and get the maker I been looking for honest reviews on it I couldn’t find on so I bought the most recent one. I’m gonna go switch for a maker thank you so much 😊
I'm so glad you found it helpful. I hope you enjoy your new Maker ☺
Thank you for this honest review. I just bought a Cricut Maker for making miniatures and, after watching your review, I’m so glad I didn’t spend the extra money on the Cricut Maker 3.
You're welcome 😊
I'm so excited for you. Have you made any minis yet?
Thank you for your honest opinion. I agree and I am happy with my maker.
That's awesome! Thanks for supporting my channel ☺
This was a great review. I already have the Maker 3 (just purchased) and I am glad I did, but still good to know all of this about the features benefits and shortcomings.
Thanks for the lovely comment, Melissa. I hope you love your new Maker 3 ☺
Best review, clear and honest, U R the best
Thank you so much!
This video is very helpful. Thank you 🙏🏾
I'm so glad, you're most welcome ☺
Hi I have had the maker for a few years now then when the maker 3 came out I wasn't sure if I had done the right thing but I do not need any more convincing I think the maker is perfect what my crafting leisurely at home. Thank you for such a detailed video.🙂
You're welcome ☺
Thanks for your video comparison of these two machines. I found it very useful especially because I just bought the cricut maker from a friend. I don’t like the idea of having to use smart vinyl as I have a bunch of vinyl that I have accumulated. I’m glad I bought the maker.
It sounds like you got a good deal. I hope you love your new Cricut Maker! ☺
Thank you for your well researched, informative and honest review. This video really helped me make my decision on which model to buy.
That's lovely to hear, thanks Debra ☺
This is a wonderful frank review and opinion. Of tremendous value and interest. Many, many thanks!
Thank you! I'm so glad it was helpful ☺
great video! I own the maker and purcahsed the maker 3 bundle as i like the idea of having a faster machine and to be able to cut matless.
Excellent! I'm sure you'll love it ☺
What a great video! Your thoughtful insights are very helpful as I am trying to decide if a Cricut is something I was to invest in.
Thanks for the lovely feedback ☺ I hope you find the right machine for your needs.
What a great review . Such honesty….I’m glad someone had the guts to give a true review . Because you did this I will be a new subby. Just because I feel you will tell us the truth and dear that took guts. Have a blessed night. 💞
Aww thank you so much!
Thank you SOOO much! My husband bought a Cricut maker 3 for me as a surprise! I have been scarred to open in fear I may not be able to return it. Some of the reviews are scary and I thought I should return it before opening or I won’t be able to. I’m glad I didn’t. I’ll be purchasing the original maker. Thank you so much!!!!
You're welcome! I hope you love your new Cricut ☺
Best review. Not scripted but honest. Well done, THANK YOU 🎉
Thank you so much!
Finally!! A review that is not sponsored. Thanks!
You're welcome 😊
Great video, thank you for your share.
And the relaxing music made me very enjoyed.
You're welcome :)
Thank you for your honest review! I love how you did a thorough comparison between the two machines. I decided to buy the original Cricut Maker ☺️
Congrats on your purchase ☺
Thank you so much for honest review.. I been thinking which one should I get ? After watching this I know which one exactly and make me happy to get. I did own air 2 :) want to update. Lucky I found you hehehe
I'm so glad it was helpful and I hope you love your new purchase ☺
Thank you so much for this review! Very informative and helps me to decide which product to choose. subscribed to your channel. Happy holidays 😊
I'm so glad to hear that, thanks for the sub ☺ happy holidays too!
Great honest review! I finally decided to jump into the world of the Cricut Maker but I wanted to really look into the Maker 3 first. Thanks for mentioning the differences in accessories. I definitely would love to just jump right in after opening the box, and would've had no idea what I would've been missing with the Maker 3.
I'm planning to make miniatures with my machine so I'm glad I found your channel!
Glad it helped ☺
Do let me know if there's any tutorials you'd like me to make and I'll add it to my list.
Thank you for this review. I am thinking of purchasing my first cricut and your review was the most helpful one I've watched.
I'm so glad to hear that 😊
Im just today seeing this. I bought the Maker 3 yesterday. Ive never used one before. My daughter has though.
Great info thankyou for sharing
Thanks for the support 😊
Thank you for your review.
You're most welcome!
Assisti vários vídeos, mas sem sombra de dúvidas, o seu foi infinitamente mais esclarecedor! Muito obrigada pelo conteúdo!
Thank you! ☺
Thank you for this review. I was getting so frustrated trying to cut basswood. I waited to buy this maker and Got a great buy on it from local store so I will keep it but am frustrated with all the same issues you stated.
I'm sorry to hear that Jo 😔 ill be sure to update you once I hear back from Cricut on this basswood issue.
Thank you, I wasn’t sure if I made the right purchase, going with the maker. I wanted it for cutting fabric for machine appliqué. Thanks for ensuring me I didn’t waste my money.
You're welcome. The inclusion of the fabric grip mat and fabric rotary blade will save you lots ☺
Thank you so much for your honest review. I just purchased the Maker and have no regrets after viewing this video.
You're welcome, I hope you love your new Maker.
I'll say this was extremely helpful. The only reason for me to buy a Maker is the deep cutter. Without talking down about the maker, I see the pros and cons. I worried over old software and the deep cutting blade becauseI make a lot of fancy boxes.
That's very true, it really depends on what you want to use it for.
You saved me money🥰💕💃🏽
A very honest review. Thank you.
You're welcome 😊
Thank you thank you a thank you. This has helped me tremendously. You gave me facts while also pointing out things I wouldn’t even thought of with your facts like having to remember that with the smart material you can’t cut the whole thing because then it won’t feed through. I have a Cricut Joy and I didn’t even think of that. I just started putting them on the mat when they got smaller, either way can work, but I understand the point of what you were saying.
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Thank you for your lovely comment ☺
What a great review! I’ve been trying to decide which Maker to get. I have tge Air 2 but would like to cut more materials. I’ve decided to get the Maker and it’s on sale for $249 at JoAnns!! Thanks again! Your voice is very pleasing for videos 😉
Thank you so much, Diana ☺ I hope you love your new Maker
Very much appreciate your honesty review.
You're welcome ☺
Thank you for the review. It made me think twice about which machine to invest in.
(I also subscribed). X
Thanks for subscribing ☺
Thank you so much for this. You saved me about $400+. I have the upgrade syndrome. I always think that I need the next newest machine because it must be better. I've have about 10-15 Cricuts since my initial baby Cricut in 2005, The Expression, the Imagine, the Air 1 and 2 the Gypsy. Every time a new one came out I'd get it. But I'm satisfied with my original Maker
I'm so glad you found it useful and can continue enjoying your Maker. Thanks for supportive my channel ☺
Thank you for your review. I am looking and making decision to get my first cutting machine
and I thought about the Maker3 as invest the best one " I thought" but after watched
your video, I will rethink. I do not want to pay high for something I do not want as
extra.
I'm so glad you found it useful ☺
Thank you, for you honest review
You're welcome ☺
Thank you for giving us your insights between the two machines! Enjoy making more fancy crafts! : ]
You're welcome, Franz. Thanks for the support 😊
Very good video Itsy , my wife was telling me about upgrading to a Cricut Maker 3 but this video will provide a good insight .
Hope you make more review and unboxing videos in the future coz you seem to be awesome at it
Hehehe I like you voice too 🙂
Thank you so much ☺️
Finally an honest review with the clear differences! everywhere it says its X2 fast, but no where did it say it was only for smart materials! if I would have found out after purchase I would have been mad. and with 200 USD difference currently, your video really gives all the points to think about. Thank you so much!
Thank you for the support!
Thanks for this ! Just found you, and I am trying to decide between Cricut Maker , Maker 3 and Silhouette Cameo 4...
I've heard good things about the cameo but I havent personally used one. If you're weighing up between the Maker and Maker 3, I'd definitely go with the Maker.
Thank you...great review...
Thanks for the support ☺
Thank you for the review. I was thinking to buy maker or maker 3.
You're welcome ☺
Thank you. In my area the maker is over 100 dollars less on sale. The maker 3 is regular price. I’m going to go with the one on sale. Thanks so much for your thorough and helpful review
You're most welcome! I hope you enjoy it!
I was doubting my recent purchase of the the (original) Maker, and it hasn't even been delivered yet. Now that I have watched your review of the Maker 3 I feel like I did indeed make the correct choice. It did seem to me that the "smart" vinyl was a bit over blown, and that it was more of a marketing ploy, it seems that I was right! Thank you for your time in making this informative video! :)
Oh I'm so glad it was helpful and you're most welcome.
I'm really excited for you to begin your Cricut journey. What are you going to make first ☺
Prettt sure you can also use the smart vinyl on the original maker. I just got the maker 3 weeks ago and got some smart vinyl haven’t tried it yet though with the maker
@@Blahblahblah769 Yeah absolutely, you can cut it down to size in order to fit it onto a mat but it's definitely the same as regular premium vinyl so would be an expensive choice.
@@ItsyBitsyBuild I meant I think you can still use it without a mat on the maker. Am I wrong ?
@@Blahblahblah769 Some people have reported success with this, I wasnt able to try before I switched to the Maker 3
I love your video I agree with everything you have said about Cricut, maybe investing more in there testing of the cuts. after watching your video you helped me not buy the maker 3 I had my explorer packed up ready to go buy the maker 3 .Thank you for the truth. God bless you!
Thanks for the support, Pedro. I'm glad to hear you found the video helpful ☺
thank you so much i have now decided to buy a maker instad of the maker 3.. so i will have more mony to buy materials!!!
You're welcome and congratulations on your purchase!
Thanks so much i really appreciate you
You're welcome! ☺️
Completely agree, especially with wishing Cricut would fix the glitches in design space. That is soooo frustrating. I also think that design space should be included with your purchase of the machine. These machines are wonderful, however they're quite expensive already, especially when you add in the cost of ALL the materials and tools you buy to use it. The VERY least we should be able to expect is a seemless design space program.
There should definitely be more testing completed before they release any updates.
This was exactly the unsponsored review I needed to make a decision about the maker 3. Thank you. (I decided not to 'upgrade')
You're welcome 😊
Thank you for this review…I have been researching which cricut is right for me. I had decided on the Maker but was tossing up Maker3. I now have made a clearer cheaper decision 👍
I'm really glad to hear that and I hope you love your new Cricut!
I have an older cameo and was looking at maybe buying some cricut products. So this was a great review. I think I will buy the maker. Not the 3 because of the lack of accessories it comes with to start of.
How have you found the cameo?
It seems the other reviewers never turned the machine on and tested for themselves but just read what cricut promised with the new maker 3. Your review is the best!
Thank you for the lovely comment, Gracie.
Thank you I’ve been trying to decide my money is very precious
I'm so glad it was helpful.