# Best cutting machines for stickers and print then cut Source: https://bladeandmat.com/best/best-cutting-machine-for-stickers Publisher: Blade & Mat. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://bladeandmat.com/how-we-pick Sticker cutting comes down to one step: the machine has to find the printed image and cut around it accurately. Cricut and Silhouette machines read registration marks printed by your inkjet printer. Siser Romeo uses a camera, Brother ScanNCut scans the printed sheet, and USCutter's shop plotters use laser-guided ARMS contour cutting. The method affects how many stickers you can cut per sheet and how reliably cuts line up, which matters once you sell stickers. Cut width sets how large a sheet or roll you can run, and the included materials tell you whether you can start right away. This guide compares seven machines on print then cut method, cut width, material thickness, software and included sticker materials, using only what each Amazon listing states. Specs a listing leaves out are marked Not stated. ## Picks ### 1. Cricut Explore® 5 Essential Bundle + Digital Content, Taupe Card mat: Not stated; Scoring: Yes; Pen/writing: Writes and draws; Card supplies in box: Value Cardstock, Insert Card Sets; Max cut width: 12 in (30.5 cm) The newest Explore cuts 100+ materials at 12 inches wide, writes, draws, foils and scores. The Essential Bundle adds Smart Vinyl, Smart Iron-On, cardstock and insert cards. Best value for vinyl, shirts and cards. What the listing offers: - Lowest price of the full-size Cricuts here while keeping the 12 in (30.5 cm) cutting width. - Print Then Cut works with a home inkjet printer for full-color stickers and decals, according to the listing. - Bluetooth connection to Design Space on mobile or desktop, with guided design flows and templates. Limits to know: - Works with six tools, not the Maker's larger set, so no engraving or debossing for leather and wood. - The listing gives no maximum material thickness, so check before planning chipboard or thick craft foam. ### 2. Brother SDX125E ScanNCut Electronic Cutting Machine Scanner Max cut width: 12 x 12 in mat; Max material thickness: 3 mm (0.1 in); Blades/tools: Auto blade with material sensor; Software: Standalone 5 in touchscreen, 682 built-in designs; Connectivity: USB and wireless The core ScanNCut DX model with a built-in scanner, a self-adjusting auto blade and a 3 mm cut limit. The best value entry to the line for most crafters. What the listing offers: - The auto blade detects material thickness with no blade adjustment or material selection, per the listing. - Cuts up to 3 mm materials such as vinyl, fabric, balsa wood, chipboard, foam and felt. - The scanner can directly cut printed stickers and place designs without counting blocks. Limits to know: - Comes with a single 12 x 12 in standard tack mat, so fabric work needs a separate fabric mat or blade kit. - The listing says it is for US 120 volt use only and other use voids the warranty. ### 3. Silhouette America Cameo 5 Alpha (α) - Smart Cutting Machine for Print & Cut - Quiet Operation with AutoBlade, Studio Software, Cutting Mat- Matte Black (Machine) Max material thickness: 3 mm; Max cut width: Not stated; Blades/tools: AutoBlade; cuts, sketches and embosses; Software: Silhouette Studio; Connectivity: Not stated Silhouette's main 12 inch class machine handles vinyl to fabric up to 3 mm thick, with 4-point print and cut registration and speeds up to 400 mm/s. The cheapest way here to leave Design Space behind. What the listing offers: - Materials up to 3 mm thick, including fabric and heat transfer, according to the listing. - 4-point registration with vertical and horizontal correction for accurate print and cut stickers. - Runs on Silhouette Studio software instead of Cricut Design Space. Limits to know: - The listing does not state cut width or connection type. - No engraving or debossing tool is mentioned, which the Maker line offers. ### 4. 28" USCutter LaserPoint 3 (LP3) Vinyl Cutter with ARMS Contour Cutting, Stand and Basket, VinylMaster Cut Max cut width: 28 in; Force: Not stated; Contour cutting: ARMS laser-guided print and cut; Software: VinylMaster Cut (Windows only); Connectivity: Not stated A 28 in roll-fed plotter with ARMS contour cutting for stickers, labels and printed heat transfer. For sellers who print on a separate printer and cut in volume. What the listing offers: - ARMS automatic print and cut contour cutting with laser guidance is listed for stickers and labels. - Grippier grit rollers are listed for better tracking on long cutting jobs. - Stand, media basket and lifetime US-based phone support are included, per the listing. Limits to know: - VinylMaster Cut is Windows only, according to the listing. - Needs a separate printer that can handle roll or wide media, which this listing does not cover. ### 5. Siser Romeo 24" Professional Vinyl Cutter Machine Bundle with Design Software & Designs Max cut width: 24 in; Max material thickness: Not stated; Blades/tools: Two 45 degree and one 60 degree blade, pen adapter; Software: Leonardo Design Studio (Mac and PC); Connectivity: Not stated A 24 inch cutter with an integrated camera for print and cut, a roll feeder and Leonardo Design Studio for Mac and PC. Twice the Maker's working width for vinyl and HTV shops. What the listing offers: - 24 inch wide cutting doubles the working width of a 12 inch Maker for big decals and batches. - Comes with two 45 degree blades, one 60 degree blade, a strong tack mat and a vinyl roll feeder. - Bundle adds 300 So Fontsy designs with commercial use, per the listing. Limits to know: - The listing does not state any thick material capability, so it does not replace the Maker for wood or leather. - Connection type is not stated in this bundle's listing; check the product page. ### 6. Cricut Joy 2 Essential Bundle + Rainbow Sampler Card mat: Not stated; Scoring: Yes; Pen/writing: Writes and draws; Card supplies in box: Value Cardstock, Insert Card Sets; Max cut width: Not stated The next generation of Cricut's ultra-compact cutter. The listing says it works with 75+ materials, scores and foils, and now does full-color stickers with a home inkjet printer. Good for cards, labels and quick decals. What the listing offers: - Works with 75+ materials, more than the Joy Xtra's stated 50+, and adds scoring for cards. - Rainbow Essentials bundle includes Smart Vinyl, Smart Iron-On, cardstock, insert cards and printable vinyl. - Bluetooth connection to Design Space on a phone or computer, according to the listing. Limits to know: - Built for quick everyday projects, so it is not the machine for large shirt backs or thick materials. - The listing does not state the cut width or thickness limit. ### 7. Cricut Maker 4 Cutting Machine Ultimate Beginner Sticker Making Bundle - Print Then Cut Machine with Waterproof Sticker Paper & Vinyl for Custom Stickers & Small Business, Seashell Die-Cutting Machine Machine: Cricut Maker 4; Heat press: None; Key materials: Printable sticker paper, adhesive vinyl, tools; Software: Cricut Design Space A Maker 4 sold with waterproof printable sticker paper and adhesive vinyl for print then cut stickers. Built for sticker and label sellers. What the listing offers: - Includes printable sticker paper and an adhesive vinyl sampler, per the listing. - Print then cut with Design Space and an inkjet printer is the core of this bundle. - The listing pitches it for Etsy sellers making stickers, labels and packaging designs. Limits to know: - No heat press, and the price is close to the Maker 4 T-Shirt Bundle that does include one. - Sticker material quantities are not stated in the listing. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.