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Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine

Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine

4.1(1,011 ratings)

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$199.99at eBayChecked 11 h ago

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $199.99 at eBay on Nov 14.
  • Checked at 5 stores.

Our take on the Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine

The Cricut Explore 3 is a desktop electronic die-cut machine for vinyl, iron-on, cardstock, bonded fabric and cork. Its headline feature is Smart Materials support: with Cricut Smart Vinyl or Smart Iron-On it cuts up to 12 feet without a mat, and it cuts and draws roughly twice as fast as the Explore Air 2. It suits crafters making decals, heat-transfer shirts and home decor who want mat-free long cuts without the Maker line's rotary blade and knife tools. Owners praise the speed and easy setup but report occasional connection drops and software friction in Design Space.

Best forVinyl and iron-on craftersHeat-transfer shirt and tote projectsBeginners moving up from a basic cutterLong mat-free cuts on Smart Materials
Pros
  • Cuts over 100 materials, including vinyl, iron-on, cardstock, bonded fabric and cork
  • Smart Materials allow mat-free cuts up to 12 feet
  • About twice as fast as the Explore Air 2
  • Fine-point blade and pen support for cut-and-draw projects
  • Works with the free Design Space app on iOS, Android, Windows and Mac
Cons
  • No rotary blade, knife blade or scoring wheel, so it can't match the Maker line on thick and specialty materials
  • Mat-free cutting depends on Cricut Smart Materials
  • Design Space needs an internet connection for most work and has a learning curve
  • Some owners report Bluetooth and connection dropouts

Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine prices at every store

  • eBayNew

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    $199.99Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • Coach ChristaNew

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    $299.00Checked 11 h ago
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  • Vinyl and Tulle SupplyNew

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    $319.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • CongeriemNew

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    $319.00Free shippingChecked 11 h ago
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  • WalmartNew

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    $219.00Checked 11 h ago
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Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine price history

Lowest price we've seen: $199.99 on Nov 15 at eBay. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 15.

What reviewers say

  • 4.1 / 51,011 ratings

Rated 4.1 out of 5 from about 1,000 ratings, the Explore 3 is well liked for speed, simple setup and clean vinyl and iron-on cuts. Complaints center on Design Space and occasional connectivity problems.

What people mention
  • Cut qualityPraisedOwners say vinyl and iron-on cuts come out clean and precise.
  • SpeedPraisedReviewers note it cuts noticeably faster than the Explore Air 2.
  • SetupPraisedBuyers describe unboxing and first cuts as quick and straightforward.
  • SoftwareCriticisedDesign Space is called clunky and slow by some users.
  • ConnectivityCriticisedSome owners report Bluetooth pairing and connection dropouts.
  • Blade limitsMixedUsers like the fine-point results but miss rotary and knife blades for thicker materials.

About the Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine

The Cricut Explore 3 is an electronic die-cut machine for DIY projects. It cuts over 100 materials, from vinyl and iron-on to cardstock, as well as specialty materials like bonded fabric and cork.

It cuts Cricut Smart Materials without a mat, in cuts up to 12 feet long. It can be used for projects such as personalizing home decor, making car decals and designing heat-transfer logos.

The machine works with the free Design Space app on iOS, Android, Windows and Mac devices.

Type
Electronic die-cut machine
Color
Mint (green)
Materials
Over 100, including vinyl, iron-on, cardstock, bonded fabric and cork
Mat-free cutting
Cricut Smart Materials, cuts up to 12 feet
Software
Free Design Space app
Compatibility
iOS, Android, Windows, Mac
In the box
Machine only

Specifications

color
GreenSource
actual_color
EXPLORE 3 - MACHINE ONLY MINTSource

Questions and answers

What can the Explore 3 cut?
Over 100 materials, including vinyl, iron-on, cardstock, bonded fabric and cork. Thick materials that need a rotary or knife blade are left to the Maker machines.
Do I need a mat?
Not with Cricut Smart Vinyl or Smart Iron-On, which feed through mat-free for cuts up to 12 feet. Other materials still use a cutting mat.
How is it different from the Explore Air 2?
It cuts about twice as fast, adds Smart Materials support for mat-free long cuts, and uses the same fine-point blade and pen setup.
How does it compare with the Cricut Maker?
The Maker adds a rotary blade, knife blade and scoring wheel for fabric, balsa and thicker materials. The Explore 3 is simpler and covers vinyl, iron-on and paper work.
What do I need to use it?
A computer or phone with the free Design Space app, a power outlet, and a Bluetooth or USB connection. Design Space handles design and sending cuts.
What comes in the box?
The machine, a fine-point blade and housing, a pen, a light grip mat and a sample of Smart Vinyl, plus a USB cable for setup.
Where is the Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine cheapest?
At eBay, for $199.99, 37% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine?
Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 1,011 ratings.
Where can I buy the Cricut Explore 3 Electronic Die-Cut Machine?
5 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, eBay, Coach Christa, Vinyl and Tulle Supply, Congeriem.

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