Customer reviews from Cricut
Bundle - Cricut - Explore 5 Deluxe Cutting Machine with Vinyl, Iron-On & Cardstock - Taupe
Average customer rating
4.7
(62 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 62 reviews
5 Stars
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96%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Bundle - Cricut - Explore 5 Deluxe Cutting Machine with Vinyl, Iron-On & Cardstock - Taupe
Customer Rating
5
Such a fast cutting machine!
on January 31, 2026
Posted by: QueenofSeven
from orlando, fl
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Wow, the Explore 5 is such a great cutting machine. It features load and go, which makes it super fast! The speed that it scans print then cut just blew me away. The new style scoring is amazing and I no longer have to double my score lines. I love that it doesn't have a lid and is sleeker in looks, but it will need a dust cover in my house. I have made numerous projects on it and have tested so many materials, all with flying colors. The material bundle it comes with is pretty generous and I was able to complete quite a few projects with just the included materials. The new 2 Card card mat is just perfect and such a great addition to the machine. The fact that it comes with mats, tools, scoring, pen, and materials is perfect. You can start crafting right out of the box. The updated bluetooth has really helped connection issues and I was able to connect easily each time I selected the machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut
Customer Rating
5
Amazing Machine
on January 31, 2026
Posted by: Tink
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Pen Performance
The pen feature on the Explore 5 is incredibly beginner-friendly. The on-screen prompts clearly show how to load the pen and which pens are compatible, completely removing any guesswork. The additional prompts made it easy to know exactly when to switch pens during the project.
Switching Machines & Running Two Machines Simultaneously
I tested running two machines at the same time using two separate windows—cutting simultaneously with the Explore 5 and the Joy Xtra. Both machines performed perfectly. The shapes cut identically on each machine, with no rips, tears, or jagged edges, which was very impressive.
Cutting Performance
The Explore 5 truly shined when cutting all types of materials (cardstock, iron-on, vinyl). The cuts were absolutely perfect, and the machine handled the materials beautifully.
Scoring Tool
The scoring tool performed very well in terms of accuracy and placement.
Ease of Use & Reliability
Ease of Use & Reliability
The Explore 5’s on-screen prompts completely took the guesswork out of the making process, allowing even beginners to create with confidence. The machine was fast, accurate, and reliable throughout testing, with no Bluetooth disconnects, connectivity issues, or delays during cutting.
Overall Impression
Overall, I am extremely impressed with the Explore 5. The speed, accuracy, clean cuts, and overall performance exceeded my expectations. It delivered excellent results across multiple materials and tools, making it a powerful and reliable machine for both beginners and experienced crafters.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut
Customer Rating
4
Very Fast, Easy to Use
on January 29, 2026
Posted by: Jlk
from Sugar Land, TX
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given the opportunity to test the E5. I love how quickly it cuts. The print then scan occurs very quickly compared to the Maker 4. The new scoring tool is really compact and amazing. I think it scores better than the Maker and Maker 4 (stylus and scoring wheel.) The scoring lines is very easy to fine. I like that the new pens that came out with the Joy work in the E5. It cuts, scores, foils (I use the foiling tool for debossing) quickly. There are some times when the cuts on cardstock aren't as sharp others, but I think that is a software issue in DS.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut
Customer Rating
5
Can’t say enough positive things about Explorer 5
on January 29, 2026
Posted by: LLCAtlanta
from Washington State
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have a love affair with my Maker 4 that I didn’t think could be topped. Yet I’m blown away by the Explore 5. It’s small but mighty. Very fast. Very precise. Easy to use. Great blue tooth connection. Terrific for a first purchase or a second machine.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut
Customer Rating
5
Amazing machine
on January 29, 2026
Posted by: DCGAL6
from Allentown PA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I will be honest. I wasn't sure why I would need this machine. But it turns out I love it. The load and go feature is amazing and the accuracy of even the smallest cuts has been awesome. I love the ease of snapping the pens into place instead of having to open and close a clamp. I always thought my Maker 4 was really fast, but this is even faster
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut
Customer Rating
5
Very User Friendly
on January 29, 2026
Posted by: Nhia
from Baltimore, MD
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was able to Beta test this machine and I am very pleased with the user friendly features. The simplicity of loading the mat and the machine starts right away. Make sure your pen is loaded, if drawing first.Loading the pen has been very easy to use. It clicks into place with little pressure.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Cricut