Prefer reading? www.freshandfelicia.com/the-best-crafting-cutting-machine/ Please consider using our affiliate links below to help support our channel (THANK YOU!): -Cricut Maker 3 - amzn.to/3vC3NMO -Silhouette Cameo 4 - amzn.to/3PMp6Cg -Siser Juliet - amzn.to/3J24thC -LOKLiK Crafter - amzn.to/3U2kcn8 -Brother ScanNCut SDX230Di - amzn.to/3vz2uON -xTool M1 - www.xtool.com/?ref=UGCz6D7smUafd7&

Wow! What an amazingly comprehensive comparison you've done for each of the machines that were demonstrated. I have the same Brother Scan N Cut, Cricut Maker 3, and the Singer Momento, the newest cutter that just came out. I had the Cricut Venture 24” and the Siser Romeo 24”. I sent back the Cricut Venture because it was a ripoff. You have to use their special vinyl, allowing you to cut without a mat. Any 3rd party vinyl must use Cricut’s mat. It does not use a rotary blade, and it is very limited in what it can cut. The Cricut Venture is the same as the Cricut Explorer 3, with the exception that the Venture is 24”, but both are identical machines. So, the price tag for the Venture is anywhere from $799 to $999 depending on the sale. It's overpriced for a non-upgraded 24” cutter in 2024. I returned the Siser Romeo for the same reason you had trouble cutting card stock. Plus, I had to exchange it twice due to defective hardware. As for the software, it is one of the best and outranks Cricut Design Space in so many ways. For anyone who may not know you can create your designs in Siser Leonardo Design Studio export and import into Cricut as long as it is a subscription. The other drawbacks with Siser Romeo or Juliet are that they don’t have a pen holder and no rotary blade. Also, most of the KZfaq Content Creators were sponsored by Siser, and they didn’t show card stock. You're the only channel that demonstrates card stock as a non-sponsored and gives thumbs up. I haven’t tested the new Singer Momento cutter. As soon as I do, I will have a review completed. For me, the Cricut Maker 3 is still the best for all materials. Correct, lately Cricut’s software has been having major issues since the last few updates. Instead of getting better, it is getting worse. Either way, the Maker 3 does a damn good job with any materials. Although it is a small machine and not good for large products. The Cricut Venture was meant to replace the Maker 3 but instead went back in years making it the same as the Cricut Explorer. The Brother Scan N Cut is more designed for fabric like doing appliqué. Brothers' way overpriced ($22,000) sewing and embroidery machines have been designed around the Scan N Cut, and that is what their focus is based on, not so much for card stocks. I won’t even give my opinion for the rest of the brands you demonstrated, not worth sharing about (Junk.) I had them all with the exception of XTools M1, something looking into getting now. Even though you didn’t demonstrate the WeCreat I still like to share my experience. I also have the WeCreat laser cutter, but it is going back. The day I received the WeCreat, it was damaged. WiFi keeps dropping. Power cord connection keeps coming off the back of the unit if I slightly move it. The connection is very loose and barely stays in the unit. The Autofocus within the software at times throws the project out of alignment. Mind you, this is day one with all these problems. I contacted support, and it’s been a challenge for replacement or fixing the problems. Note: there is only one support employee, no others that are available to go through to get help. Button line, support blamed me for all of the issues. He claimed I moved the laser too often, which is why the power cord is loose. Mind you, I unboxed the unit and placed it in two locations and no more. I was told I don’t have the laser near my computers and routers. The laser is 4 ft away from the computer, less than 5 feet away from the router with no wall blocking signal. I have three printers, two computers, and Alexa devices all in the same craft room with the laser, and the other devices don't drop from my network. As an IT professional for over 22 years, I have the knowledge and experience to know about home and business networks. But, it is my fault why the WiFi is not working on the laser. Support has no answer for the autofocus alignment. I can’t say if my issues are isolated or not. Most WeCreat reviews coming from KZfaq or other social media are sponsored. And neither of the reviews they are using the WiFi to demonstrate the laser, USB cable is what you see connected to their computer. And let's say I didn’t have these issues; I still wouldn’t recommend WeCreat Vision products only because their warranty isn’t what it states. In fact, the warranty isn’t clear. And as I was told by that one individual, the only support person to contact any problems with the laser must be proven, and it is still up to him to make a judgment if he will send parts or request you send the unit back for refunds. He made it very clear, no exchanges. I too have a KZfaq channel, and never in all the years as I demonstrated product reviews and contacted companies at times needed help, have I ever been put through this ordeal as I had with WeCreat Vision. In fact, it was my fault not researching and contacting them before making a purchase. I always made it clear with my audience to research before buying, and this was my first mistake by not doing what I was preaching. So, would I recommend the WeCreat? Absolutely not. No matter how good the laser may be, it's the negative support and warranty that is why I will not recommend them. I will be doing a review soon for all that I have been through, in the hopes that anyone watching can make a clear decision to invest or not to invest in WeCreat Vision. Again, you guys are awesome, and I can’t wait to see what is next. Thanks so much for this demonstration. I know the hard work that it takes to do multiple product reviews all at once, and this turned out excellent. If there were anything to add in any of your reviews, it is for product support and warranty. I believe it is one of the most important things to talk about when doing any product reviews. Otherwise, Great Job! 😎

So this is why we haven’t seen Felicia for an entire week! Thanks 🙏 for all your hard work. Fresh misses you.

This is a great video, thank you so much for taking the time and effort to get this information to us. My mind is now made up, I’m buying the Cricut Maker 3 tomorrow!!

I was waiting for someone to finally do this! Thank you and AMAZING work. I think many beginner crafters will find this incredibly helpful. I wish this was around before I made my first purchase!

Wow! I'm glad I have the Cricut Maker 3, not that I really know how to use it, but this video is going to be SO helpful for those trying to decide on a machine! I've been researching the xTool and Glowforge, thinking I want to do laser cutting, but I haven't been able to ascertain which is best for me yet.

I just heard Fresh is the voice on that Anthony Bourdain “No Reservations” show S10 E2! Saw his name in the credits ❤

This is a THESIS! I think we may have to refer to Felicia as “Dr. Felicia” from this point forward. I can hear Felicia’s frustration from here 😂 Nice work guys.

VERY surprised the Silhouette Cameo 5 didn’t do better. Heard good things about that cutting machine. But the women I spoke with were “embroidery snobs” so they’re probably not the best judges of character 😊

Cricut 3 is the ultimate winner! I will never buy anything but a Cricut and thank you for the comparison because I was thinking to buy a brother or Siser to see if they will do a better job, but your video proved Cricut is the winner. I had only used Cricut for years since expressions, cuttle bug , and the gypsy.

This comparison was very well done. Reminds me of something you might see on Consumer Reports or Wirecutter. Shocking result! Heard Siser was the best, thought Xtool might be a great substitute, but now I am completely convinced Cricut is still the best choice. Thanks for your advice.

Thank you for this comparison. Your hard work is very much appreciated.

The Xtool blade function seems useless. Nice marketing gimmick.

Thanks for the video. I've been looking for something for intricate cardstock cuts and was pretty impressed xTool M1. I also saw your video recommending a Laser to cut cardstock as well. For what I want, I'm getting ready to get laser cutter.

I never liked the cameo cutter but they have the best software to me. Siser is my fave though. Thanks for the comparisons.

Great explanation and good reviews.

Thank you so much for doing this! subscribing just because of this video.

Love this video. I have the Scan n Cut SDX230D and the Cricut Maker. I tend to lean towards the Scan n Cut and never had a problem cutting intricate things out. If you do this again I would like to see the comparison of cutting out fabric.

I was so stressed out on which one I need to buy...... Thank you so much for helping me... lol I can't choose between 2, so I'm thinking about buying all both of them 😊

Brilliant comparison! Seemed fair and objective. Cricut for the win 🎉

May I ask what blade you used for cutting cardstock on the Loklik? It wasn't clear from the video whether you switched from the 45 degree blade to the 60 degree blade which is the blade recommended for cardstock on the loklik website.

Wow, this comparison of vinyl cutting machines is exactly what I needed! I have the original Cricut Maker but thinking about an upgrade. Torn between the Cricut Maker 3 and the Silhouette Cameo 5. The Cricut's simplicity and cutting speed and precision are impressive, but the Cameo's software features seem amazingly versatile. 🤔 Which one do you all think is better for material versatility and ease of use? #CraftingCommunity would love to hear some user experiences!

Shish !!! That was a whole lot of work !!! Can you guys compare the cricut venture or large machines

I wish you could have used Brother SDX1200 ScanN'Cut. That Butterfly would be easy.

Your video is bias and not as you say, it is biased. In less than 3 minutes I could see it. Brother Scan N Cut SDX 325 should be the Brother you would use.

Will any of these machines cut fabric? Will you do a fabric cutting machine review?

Hi Could you do a Comparison like this but using infusible ink ? I know Cricut is good for infusible ink. I just wanna see how good it would be with the other Cutting Machines.

Great comparison! But you haven't tried on fabric.. and what do you think about not being able to export files created on the Cricut software?

Cricut is so snacky ❤

I wish you had tested cutting fabric for quilting, cards etc.. appliques. So many of us are turning to these machines for help. The problems with the Cricut interface that you and so many others describe is a huge turnoff. I do think it deserves a lower rating because of that alone. It doesn't matter how good it cuts if you can't get it to connect.

What mat did you use with the scanNcut for the cardstock cutting. You should be using the low tack mat. A standard mat will not work and could cause the results you got. It's just as important to pick the right blade as well.

Cricut it is

This was a great video, but I think you were a little bias and knew the Cricut well to get it to function the way that you wanted it to. My personal thoughts that's all. I have seen Silhouette and the Juliet do the projects very similar and perform better than they did here, because the user knew the machine well. But, again great video love that you compare so many machines. I have the M1 and the Silhouette. It would have been great if you had also did a software compassion of each too.

I'm disappointed you rated Cricut the highest. I own the Cricut, Xtool, Brother, and Silhouette, and I go to the Cricut last... every time. I hate it. I hate that you have to fuss around when using non-Cricut materials. None of the others give me that issue.