Cricut Explore 5 Cutting Machine Essential Bundle Taupe
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4.5 out of 5 stars with 74 reviews
3 out of 5 stars
21 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Maker vs Explorer 5
Not compatible with any of my cricut maker pens even though everything I look up says they should work in my new Explorer 5. Having trouble aligning cuts with prints even after calabirating.
1 reply from Cricut team - 2 days ago
Hello, Vonnie. We’re sorry you encountered a compatibility issue with your machine. Rest assured, our Member Care team of experts is available to help, so you and your machine can make DIY magic again asap.
2 out of 5 stars
20 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Not the best
Personally I feel like this was a step down from my “ Last cricut
1 reply from Cricut team - 2 days ago
We’re sorry to hear this felt like a step down compared to your previous Cricut. That’s certainly not the experience we want for our members. Your feedback is appreciated and has been shared with the appropriate teams. If there is anything specific we can look into, please contact our Member Care.
5 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
great and fast
great machine works very fast and accurately down to the tiniest details cutout
1 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Does not read the lines to scan and cut
Doesn’t not work the print an cut does not read the lines
1 reply from Cricut team - 8 days ago
We’re sorry to hear you’re experiencing an issue when doing a Print-Then-Cut project. We understand your frustration and want to make sure you get the support you deserve. Please contact our Member Care team, so they can help find a solution.
1 out of 5 stars
14 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
horrible very disappointed
HORRIIBLE DO NOT BUYYY!!! i ignored the reviews and turned out its actually a piece of cr@p. the sensor is completely useless and just flys crazy over the mat completely wasting vinyl. its a total waste of money 400 down the drain. i probably wont even be able to return it either since all the packaging is destroyed.
1 reply from Cricut team - 3 days ago
We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience and understand how upsetting it is to feel disappointed after such a significant purchase. That’s not the experience we want for any of our members. Our Member Care team would really like the chance to troubleshoot this with you and explore possible solutions. Even if the packaging is no longer available, we’d still encourage you to reach out so we can review your situation and see how we can help. Please contact our Member Care team, and we’ll do our best to work toward a resolution. Your feedback is important to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it.
5 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Nice bundle
Nice beginners bundle ! Recommend for anyone needing the basics to start learning Cricut
3 out of 5 stars
11 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Not all upgrade are advantageous.
I was happy with the purchase until I found out that a lot of accessories I have will not works with the explorer. So much that I now wish I’d bottle explorer 4
5 out of 5 stars
10 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
If you want fast this is what you need
I love this machine it is so fast,. It's awesome. I have 5 different cricut machines I love them all I can do just about anything.
4 out of 5 stars
8 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Love the Explore 5 machine and bundle.
I’m loving the speed of my Explore 5. Everything that came with it in the bundle is excellent but more instructions on how to use would have been nice.
5 out of 5 stars
8 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Love it!
Pretty easy to figure out. Haven’t had a cricut machine since the first generation so I has come far from what it was.
4 out of 5 stars
6 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
WHY DOES IT HAVE A HOLE ON TOP?
This machine is a lot faster than my previous one I've liked it so far so good, great cuts, great speed! But why does it have a hole on top? It gets so dirty and im stressing out... I have to buy a cover for it... I liked the previous design better just on that detail.
5 out of 5 stars
4 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Explore 5
Very happy with this machine, quick and light! Highly recommend.
4 out of 5 stars
3 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
My Thoughs on the Explorer 5
The only part the got me not to give a 5 star is the pen/marker holder. NOT HAPPY!!!! NEED PROPER FORMAT ADAPTERS TO FULLY USE THAT TYPE APPLICATION TO THE FULLEST.
5 out of 5 stars
3 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Upgraded
I upgraded from the explore air 2 to the explore 5. The 5 cuts so much faster. I love the low profile design and that I don’t have to hit start at the beginning of every cut. The fact that it be reads the material and just starts cutting it great! Very user friendly. I would recommend this machine to anyone!
1 out of 5 stars
2 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Doesn’t scan
Doesn’t scan lines , spoke to customer care and blame my computer . Useless
1 reply from Cricut team - 21 days ago
Hi Deby, we're truly sorry to hear about the Issue with your machine and understand how frustrating it must have been to also feel let down by our Member Care team. That’s not the experience we want for any of our members. We want to make this right. Please reach out to our Member Care team at Cricut.com/contact, and we’ll make sure your concern is handled with the care and urgency it deserves. We know your experience wasn’t up to standard, but we’re committed to earning back your trust with the support you should expect from us. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to improve.
5 out of 5 stars
1 April, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
My new Explore 5!
Ive used my Explore 5 several times already! Ive made cardstock and vinyl projects and it cuts like a dream! Im really glad I grabbed one when it came out! I would absolutely recommend thos to a new user!
1 out of 5 stars
31 March, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Explorer 5 has only 103 types of materials
Go with the Maker 4 the explorer 5 is not ready to sell.
1 reply from Cricut team - 23 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re always looking for ways to improve the experience for our members and truly value hearing from you. The Cricut Maker does support a wider range of materials, while the Explore 5 is designed to strike a balance between versatility and ease of use. To see the differences side by side, you can view our comparison here: 🔗 https://cricut.com/compare If there’s anything specific you’d like us to look into or if you have additional questions, our Member Care team would be more than happy to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out, we’re always glad to assist!
2 out of 5 stars
30 March, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Disappointing “upgrade”
Not as expected. No power on button. Tears vinyl. It is just a glorified Cricut Joy. Unfortunately, there are no machine color choices. Also, there is no at to conbect directly to a computer or laptop. It was not worth it to change machines.
1 reply from Cricut team - 24 days ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that the upgrade didn’t meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating it can be when a new machine doesn’t function the way you anticipated, especially regarding the power button, vinyl tearing, and color options. It sounds like we may be able to help with some troubleshooting. If you’d like us to take a closer look or provide more information about the features, please reach out to Cricut Member Care directly at 877-727-4288. Your feedback is valuable and helps us better understand where improvements may be needed.
5 out of 5 stars
30 March, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
I Love It!
The best Cricut I've ever brought! It's so fast and the bundle was a bonus 🤭
4 out of 5 stars
23 March, 2026
originally posted on Cricut
Great new product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve been using the Cricut Explore 5 and it’s such a solid everyday machine. It cuts vinyl, iron-on, cardstock, and stickers really clean and fast. It’s full-size but doesn’t feel bulky, and it’s super easy to use for everything from quick projects to batching. If you want one machine that can do a little bit of everything without overcomplicating it, this is a great go-to.