Maker 4 and Explore 4 – Everything You Need to Know About Cricut's New Arrivals

What is a Cricut plotter?

If you’re new to plotters, let me explain. The Cricut cutter is a smart device that can cut intricate shapes from paper, foil, fabric, leather, and even felt. Perfect for scrapbookers, invitation designers, clothing personalization fans, and home decorators. It all works with the Cricut Design Space app, where you design your design and the cutter cuts it out.

Cricut Maker 4 – the power of precision and versatility

Cricut Maker 4 offers a whole host of possibilities. It was created for ambitious hobbyists who are looking for a versatile, yet easy-to-use device.

What's new in Cricut Maker 4?

• Even more speed and precision

  – up to 2x faster than the previous version Maker 3.

• Wireless project transfer

  - via Bluetooth, but also a new, improved synchronization system with the application.

• Quiet and work culture

  – even quieter than Maker 3, which will be appreciated by all those working at home.

Plotter advantages:

• Compatibility with over 20 different tools including leather, fabric, engraving and embossing blades.

• Cutting over 300 materials, from thin paper to felt.

• Possibility of working without a mat with materials from the manufacturer Smart Materials.

• High accuracy in fine details.

• Possibility of sketching with the manufacturer's markers and gilding with an additional set.

Cricut Explore 4 – a balance between price and possibilities

Explore 4 is the "little brother" of Maker 4, but that doesn't mean it's any less capable. It's a great choice for people who want to create beautiful things but don't need such a wide range of materials or tools.

What's new in Explore 4?

• Improved cutting speed

  – Explore 4 is faster than Explore 3.

• Modern design and quieter operation

  – aesthetic and functional.

• Smart Materials Support

  - which means that you can cut the manufacturer's materials without a mat.

• Better app connectivity

  – works smoothly and stably with Design Space.

Plotter advantages:

• Great cutting precision on popular materials: vinyl, paper, cardboard, flex (HTV).

• Supports up to 6 different tools – including a universal blade, markers, and a scoring tool.

• Perfect for DIY projects, personalization, education and handmade gifts.

• Lower price than Maker 4, but still very solid features.

Comparison: Cricut Maker 4 vs Explore 4

How do they compare to older models?

Compared to the Cricut Maker 3 and Explore 3, the new models:

• They are faster and quieter – a big plus for home users.

• They have better integration with Design Space – fewer synchronization issues.

• They offer more intuitive interfaces and a modern look.

Who is Cricut Maker 4 for and who is Explore 4 for?

• Cricut Maker 4

  – for people who want to create from a variety of materials: wedding decorations, iron-on transfers, personalized gifts, work with fabrics and leather, use tools for creating a dashed or wavy line, embossing and scoring.

• Cricut Explore 4

  – for those who create mainly from paper, vinyl and flex foil, e.g. greeting cards, labels, inscriptions, iron-on transfers, decorations.

Summary

The new Cricut Maker 4 and Explore 4 cutters are the answer to the needs of today's DIY makers. They are fast, quiet, precise and even more intuitive than their predecessors. Choosing between them depends on what you want to create and what your budget is.