Cricut - Explore 3

Worth the upgrade! If you get it at the right time, it's worth the upgrade. The Good: Quiet, faster. The Bad: no variation in machine color, the set-up takes longer and is frustrating (not as easy as 1,2,3 like explore air 2). Imo: You will have software issues if you are running M1 and/or Windows 11 running on an unsupported pc. There is a workaround for this. I can't speak for supported windows 11 users. not sure how that process works out. For ***Unofficial Windows 11 Users***, if your pc doesn't recognize the machine, go to device manager, you should see the USB drive updater. If you update it here and it still doesn't work, right-click on the taskbar over the USB icon and open the folder. You should see an image that says Explore Air 3. But it's useless. Right-click and connect through Bluetooth. Design software should be downloaded from cricut[dot]com/setup The design software should pick it up by Bluetooth. If that doesn't work or if you want to skip all this: TLDR: the fast way to set up the machine is to use your phone. don't use mac m1 or windows 11 to set up & register the machine. I just saved you an hour or two of frustration, still don't get why it's not as easy as explore air 2 or every other cricut machine.

The explore 3 is a great cutting machine! I had the 2 for a few years prior so I’m familiar with the machine. It’s faster and quieter than the older model. I don’t really care to use the smart materials personally however it seems like it will be handy for others. Plus Best Buy price matched for me from a competitor so that was a bonus!

I had a Cricut YEARS ago and couldn’t wait to get this model. I love the software and ease of the Explore 3! I made wedding favors, cards and a couple tee shirts already. So worth the money!

I originally started my Cricut journey with a joy, but decided I wanted more. I love this model, it’s easy and fun to use. My only wish is that they would make an engraving tool for this model. If you are looking for a crafting tool this is it. Great product at a great price.

I purchased this as a mother's day gift for my wife and she absolutely loves it. She and my daughter have been making all kinds of stuff with it including some mugs (using the separate mug press). It is very easy to use and the software includes plenty of project templates to get started. She is still learning how to use all the features but is very happy with it and now my daughter wants one as well.

My wife tells me this is the best purchase and a very serious upgrade from her original cricket purchase from several years prior…and she loved that one also!

Bought for the Mrs. And she enjoys creating and personalizing lots of things.

Great little machine. Easy to set up and use. Came with everything needed to start using it.