Cricut Checked by Vetteroo review

Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. We only recommend things we believe are useful. Read our full disclosure.

What it is

Cutting machines and craft supplies

Best for

Crafters who want a popular cutting machine with lots of designs

Price

Joy Xtra $179, checked October 29, 2026

Prices checked

October 29, 2026

We researched Cricut's official pricing, terms, product pages, help pages and outside reviews. We haven't used Cricut ourselves, so this is a research-based review, not a hands-on test.

Who it’s best for

• Hobby crafters making cards, vinyl decals and shirts.
• Small sellers making custom items.
• Beginners who want lots of ready-made projects.

Who should skip it

• Probably not the best fit if you do not want a subscription upsell.

How it works day to day

This part draws on Cricut’s own product pages, help center and documentation, read October 29, 2026 (listed under Sources). We haven’t used Cricut ourselves.

You design in Cricut Design Space, load material and the machine cuts it.

Key features in use

• Design Space app
• Print then cut
• Vinyl and paper cutting
• Cricut Access library
• Smart materials

Setup and learning curve

Install Design Space and make an account.

Integrations

Works with Windows, Mac, iOS and Android.

Support

Member Care and help center.

Real-world use cases

• Cards
• Vinyl decals
• T-shirts
• Party decor

What it costs

Prices checked October 29, 2026, from Cricut’s own pricing page unless noted. Prices change often, so check the official page before you buy.

• Cricut Joy Xtra $179; Explore 4 $249.99; Maker 4 $399.99.
• Cricut Access (optional) $9.99 a month or $95.88 a year; Premium $14.99 a month or $119.88 a year (official store, checked October 29, 2026).

What we like

• Machines work without a subscription.
• Big library of projects with Cricut Access.
• Three machine sizes.
• Widely sold, so supplies are easy to find.

What to watch for

• Trustpilot showed 1.8 out of 5 from about 1,033 reviews as of October 29, 2026, with 80% 1-star reviews.
• Machines have only a 1-year warranty.
• The Access subscription adds ongoing cost.

The fine print

• The 45-day satisfaction guarantee does not cover machines.
• Access renews automatically.
• Contact Member Care for machine returns.

The main alternative: Silhouette

Its affiliate program ended January 1, 2025.

What it costs: CAMEO 5 alpha $279.99, checked October 29, 2026

Pick Cricut Checked by Vetteroo if you…

• want the most projects.
• are a beginner.
• want small machines.

Pick Silhouette if you…

• want software control.
• cut wider material.
• want an alternative ecosystem.

Our take

Cricut is the easy starting point for hobby crafters, but warranty coverage is short and reviews are poor, so buy from a store with a good return policy.

Side by side

From our company records. Check the official pages for current prices.

What we checked

• Cricut's pricing, product pages and terms, read October 29, 2026
• Cricut's Trustpilot profile, read October 29, 2026
• Silhouette's details: read on its official pages on October 29, 2026 (comparison only; not reviewed)
• The other official and outside pages listed under Sources (links checked October 29, 2026)

Sources

• Cricut machine prices
• Cricut Access
• Cricut warranty
• Cricut return policy
• Cricut on Trustpilot
• Silhouette program notice

Visit Cricut’s official site →

How we review

We read the company's own terms, test the sign-up or booking steps where we can, and compare it with alternatives. A commission never changes what we write. Read our disclosure.