Cricut
Cricut Explore 5 Deluxe Bundle Cutting Machine
Cricut's newest 12-inch cutting machine to make decals, custom apparel, stickers and cards at home.
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Where it ranks in our guides
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Our verdict
85 / 100A cutting machine turns occasional crafts into a real home studio. It is a big-ticket item people hesitate to buy for themselves, which makes it a memorable gift for a maker.
Frequently asked questions
How many materials can it cut?
More than 100, including vinyl, iron-on and cardstock.
What size is the cutting width?
It is a 12-inch (30.5 cm) machine.
How does it compare to older Explore models?
It is about 30% more compact with a simplified interface.
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How we score
The CTG score out of 100 is the weighted average of five criteria rated for every product: proven reliability (36%), perceived value (18%), bond and memory (18%), originality (14%) and novelty (14%). Each criterion has its own published scale, identical for every product: it rates generously, because every product in our selection is already good. The score does not depend on the guide. 60 to 69: average gift. 70 to 77: good pick. 78 to 85: safe bet. 86 to 89: favorite. 90 and above: the perfect gift, a label reserved for excellent products that customers like, one winner per occasion. In a guide, the score for the recipient combines this score with the place in the ranking. The budget is an indicative range: the exact price is shown by the store at checkout. Read our full selection method →