What can the Maker 3 cut that cheaper Cricuts cannot?

It cuts fabric, leather, balsa and other thicker materials, not just vinyl and paper. The rotary blade and knife blade handle those jobs.

Do I need a mat to cut with it?

Not with Cricut Smart Materials, which feed directly into the machine. Other vinyl and paper still need a cutting mat.

Is a Cricut Access subscription required?

No, the machine works without it. The subscription adds fonts, images and ready-made projects, and the bundle includes a trial for new subscribers.

The Maker 3 machine, Premium Fine-Point Blade and housing, welcome card, USB cable, power adapter, practice materials and several Smart Vinyl and Smart Iron-On rolls.

How does it compare with the original Maker?

The Maker 3 adds mat-free Smart Materials cutting and is faster. Both use the same blades and tools, so accessories carry over.

Does it work with fabric?

Yes. With the rotary blade and fabric mat it cuts fabric for quilting and sewing, and it can also draw patterns.

Where is the Cricut Maker 3 Bundle 2 cheapest?

At Sears, for $549.44, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Cricut Maker 3 Bundle 2?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 8 ratings.

Where can I buy the Cricut Maker 3 Bundle 2?

2 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Sears.

Cricut Maker 3 Bundle 2 Price History: Lowest $549.44 at Sears

What reviewers say

Owners rate the Maker 3 highly for cutting accuracy and the mat-free Smart Materials workflow. Common complaints center on the subscription paywall and the software rather than the hardware.

What people mention

Cut qualityPraisedOwners say cuts come out clean and precise on vinyl, iron-on and cardstock.
Smart MaterialsPraisedUsers like feeding Smart Vinyl and Smart Iron-On straight in without a mat.
SoftwareMixedDesign Space works but feels limited and slow to some users.
SubscriptionCriticisedReviewers dislike that much of the design library sits behind Cricut Access.
Learning curveMixedBeginners report that setup and first cuts take practice.

From Sears

Cricut Maker 3 machine bundle with metallic Smart Vinyl and Iron-on materials
Includes Premium Fine-Point Blade + Housing
Free trial subscription to Cricut Access for new subscribers
100 ready-to-make projects online
Added value: Smart Vinyl Matte Metallic Permanent in Champagne, 13 in x 3 ft
Added value: Smart Vinyl Shimmer Permanent in Black, 13 in x 3 ft

Materials: Smart Vinyl Matte Metallic Permanent (Champagne), Smart Vinyl Shimmer Permanent (Black), Transfer Tape, Smart Iron-On Glitter (White and Silver), Smart Iron On,
Guarantee: All marketplace sales are backed by the Sears Marketplace Guarantee: get the product you ordered, when you expect it, or get your money back, original shipping
Returns: Returns accepted within 30 days after the delivery date of the order.
Shipping: FREE Shipping is available; buy now and receive by Wed, November 18.
In the box: Cricut Maker 3 machine, Premium Fine-Point Blade + Housing, Welcome card, USB cable, Power adapter, Free trial subscription to Cricut Access (for new subscribers)

About the Cricut Maker 3 Bundle 2

This bundle pairs the Cricut Maker 3 cutting machine with a set of Smart Vinyl, Smart Iron-On and transfer tape materials. The Maker 3 is a die-cut machine that works with vinyl, fabric and leather.

It comes with a Premium Fine-Point Blade and housing, plus materials for a practice cut. New subscribers get a free trial of Cricut Access and 100 ready-to-make projects online.

Cutter type: Die-cut
Compatible materials: Vinyl, fabric, leather
Blade: Premium Fine-Point Blade + Housing
In the box: Cricut Maker 3 machine, Premium Fine-Point Blade + Housing, welcome card, USB cable, power adapter, free trial subscription to Cricut Access (for new subscribers)
Practice materials: Smart Iron On (1 sheet, 13" x 12"), Smart Vinyl Removable (1 sheet, 13" x 12"), Smart Sticker Paper (1 sheet, 13" x 13"), Transfer Tape (1 sheet, 12" x 12"); colors may vary
Smart Vinyl Matte Metallic: Permanent, Champagne, 1 roll, 13 in x 3 ft (33 cm x 0.9 m)
Smart Vinyl Shimmer: Permanent, Black, 1 roll, 13 in x 3 ft (33 cm x 0.9 m)
Smart Iron-On Glitter: White, 1 roll, 13 in x 3 ft (33 cm x 0.9 m); Silver, 1 roll, 13 in x 3 ft (33 cm x 0.9 m)
Transfer Tape: 1 roll, 12 in x 12 ft (30.5 cm x 3.7 m)
Projects: 100 ready-to-make projects online