10 Best Cricut Machines UK 2024 | Cricut Maker, Cricut Joy and More

The Cricut Joy is the smallest cutting machine available in Cricut's catalogue and is something of a pint-sized powerhouse. Its small size and low weight make it great for working remotely or if your space is limited. If you're working with smaller pieces of card and paper, this is ideal.

If you're a beginner crafter, or just starting out with a small business, the Cricut Joy makes for a great first purchase for everyday use. When it comes to creating birthday cards, stickers, and labels on a budget, the Cricut Joy is the way to go!

In between the beginner-friendly Joy and professional level Maker 3, sits the Explore 3. It's a sleek option capable of cutting smart materials that's also available as part of a starter pack bundle. This includes a wide variety of accessories and materials alongside the machine.

For those serious about crafts or who have big plans for a small business, opting for the Explore 3 is a great way to future-proof yourself against needing to upgrade. If you can stretch to the Explore 3 over the Joy, it's for sure a worthwhile investment.

If you're looking to work with a wide variety of materials, the Cricut Maker 3 is the most versatile option out there. It's capable of cutting over 300 different materials, including smart materials. These don't require a cutting mat and can be fed straight through the machine.

The Maker 3 is twice as fast as the original Maker and has over ten times the cutting force of the Air Explore 2, making it Cricut's most advanced machine. While it's the creme de la creme of cutting machines, the premium price makes it one better suited to professionals. 

The EasyPress mini is Cricut's most compact and affordable heat press machine. This makes it the perfect option for hobbyists looking to experiment with designs on smaller objects like hats or shoes.

If you're looking for something lightweight and easy to tidy away when not in use, you can't go wrong with the EasyPress Mini. However, for larger projects, such as tote bags or T-shirts, you may need something a bit bigger.

The Cricut Mug Press allows you to create professional mug designs that are dishwasher and microwave safe in a few simple steps. Once you become familiar with the software, you'll be able to make a custom mug in minutes.

If you choose this machine, you'll want to make sure you have plenty of Cricut branded mug blanks, as well as Infusible Ink materials available for experimentation. There are cheaper third party options available, but their suitability and quality cannot be guaranteed.

If you're looking for an inexpensive and easy heat press to create unique designs on tote bags, t-shirts, and decorative cushions, then the EasyPress 2 is the option for you! With a 22 x 22 cm plate, it's perfect for pressing designs onto clothing and similar fabrics.

It has an advanced heating plate design with a ceramic coated surface, and comes with a protective tray to rest the EasyPress on when not in use. It also has an automatic shut off feature to avoid any unfortunate incidents. Just make sure to allow for some experimentation while you get used to the different temperature settings.

While the Maker 3 and Explore 3 are the most up-to-date cutting machines on the market, you shouldn't overlook last generation's Explore Air 2. It can cut 100 different materials including cardstock, vinyl and fabrics.

It comes with a Premium Fine-Point Blade and a black Fine Point Pen as well as a 30 x 30 cm cutting mat. So, if the Explore 3 has caught your eye, but is a little out of your price range, the Explore Air 2 is well worth considering. It's still a fine machine, even if not the most future-proof option. 

This model of the EasyPress 2 has a larger pressing plate that measures 30 x 25 cm. This makes it a great choice when working with larger items like bedsheets, banners and blankets, as well as clothing items. Included is a handy reference guide to help you determine the right temperature for any project you have in mind.

Combining the speed of a heat press and the convenience of an iron, the EasyPress series is quick and easy to use without compromising on quality. Your designs will stay fixed to your fabrics even after multiple washes, but the large size means it isn't the most versatile option.

While it's been overtaken by some of the newer models, the original Maker still represents great value for money. If you're looking for a professional-grade cutting machine to use every day, we still highly recommend this earlier iteration.

It comes with a Premium Fine Point Blade and a Fine Point Pen, as well as 50 ready to make products and 25 sewing patterns. Just keep in mind that as an older model, there may be some teething issues with getting the software up and running.

A big appeal of a Cricut machine is the large number of accessories and additional bits and bobs you can purchase for the products. This helps make the designs in your mind a reality, without having to know the technical ins and outs.

This bundle includes a Cricut Maker, as well as a basic tool set and 20 sheets of Cricut premium vinyl. Just keep in mind that this is the original Maker model rather than the Maker 3, but this starter pack still represents excellent value for money.