Updated October 17, 2026 · GizmoCue Editorial Team
Cricut vs Snapmaker Shop
Cricut
Higher score in this comparison
Snapmaker Shop
Cricut vs Snapmaker Shop: the differences
| Compare | CricutReviewVisitVisit | Snapmaker ShopReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $99Lower | $699 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 711.2Higher | 350 |
| Multi-colour printing | No | YesHas it |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | 645.16Higher | 500 |
| Laser power (W) | Not confirmed | 40 |
| Enclosed models | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Markets | AU, AT, BE, BR, CA, CH, CL, CN, CO, DE, DK, EC, ES, FI, FR, GB, HK, IE, IN, IT, JP, KR, LU, MX, MY, NL, NO, NZ, PE, PH, PT, SE, SG, TH, TR, TW, US, ZA | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Warranty (1 year).
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Key differences
- Cricut scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 8.8.
- Price from is lower at Cricut: $99 vs $699.
- Largest build size (mm) is higher at Cricut: 711.2 vs 350.
- Multi-colour printing: only Snapmaker Shop.
- Top print speed (mm/s) is higher at Cricut: 645.16 vs 500.
- Support channels: only Cricut offers Chat, Phone.
- Support channels: only Snapmaker Shop offers Email.
- Products: only Snapmaker Shop offers Fdm printer, Laser engraver.
Our verdict on each
Cricut
Cricut suits crafters who want a single well known cutting machine and easy help centre support, not buyers who need a laser engraver. Entry price of $99 ranks it near the front of the field on cost, and a 711.2 mm build area handles a full sheet of craft material.
Snapmaker Shop
Snapmaker Shop focuses on multi color toolchanger 3D printers, filament, modules and accessories for maker setups. For hobbyists and home workshops wanting combined 3D printing with laser and CNC capability, it offers a focused versatile ecosystem built around expandable machines.
Score breakdown
| Area | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9HigherEntry price of $99 places Cricut at 2 of 27 brands compared. | 8.6 |
| Offer | 9.2HigherCutting machines only in cutting machine, a 711.2 mm work area and 1 years of cover. | 8.9 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
Which one suits you
Pick Cricut if cost, offer, price from, largest build size (mm), and top print speed (mm/s) matter most.
Pick Snapmaker Shop if multi-colour printing matter most.
If neither fits
SOVOL has price from at $89, against $99 for Cricut and $699 for Snapmaker Shop.
SOVOL reviewWhat we checked
Cricut
- cricut.com: 9 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- help.cricut.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
Snapmaker Shop
- shop.snapmaker.com: 5 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- snapmaker.com: 4 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Laser engravers and cutting machines | 4 of 34 | 9 of 34 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Cutting machine | Fdm printer, Laser engraver, Cutting machineCovers more |
| Legal entity | Cricut, Inc. | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre, Chat, Phone, Community | Email, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $99lowest quarter | $699above the median | $299 |
| Largest build size (mm) | 711.2highest quarter | 350at the median | 350 |
| Warranty | 1 yearat the median | 1 yearat the median | 1 year |
| Top print speed (mm/s) | 645.16highest quarter | 500below the median | 600 |
| Laser power (W) | Not confirmed | 40lowest quarter | 60 |
Median across 25 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Cricut
Pros
- Entry price of $99 ranks 2 of 27 brands in this comparison.
- A 711.2 mm build area sits above the 425 median for this category.
- Support runs through a help centre, live chat, phone and a community forum.
Cons
- Multi colour is a no, so each layer needs a separate pass.
- Laser engraving is not among its product types (cutting machine), which are cutting machines.
- Warranty of 1 years sits at 5 of 20, below the 1.5 upper quartile here.
Snapmaker Shop
Pros
- Dedicated multi color toolchanger printers designed for fast material change and less waste
- Three in one Artisan machine combines 3D printing with laser and CNC functions
- Wide filament selection including RFID tagged PLA and lithophane bundles for detailed projects
Cons
- Narrow catalog built only around its own machines, modules and materials
- Multicolor and multifunction systems add complexity for simple one off prints
Who each suits
Cricut
Who it suits
- Cricut crafters making vinyl, paper and fabric projects at home
- Shoppers who want help centre and phone support without extra research
- Buyers in the many markets listed in Australia, AT and BE
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone engraving wood or metal, who should look at ACMER or AtomStack instead
- Buyers who print as well as cut, since MatterHackers covers fdm printers, resin printers and scanners
- Multi colour makers who need several shades in a single pass
Snapmaker Shop
Who it suits
- Home makers exploring multicolor 3D printing
- Hobbyists combining printing, laser and CNC work
- Enthusiasts expanding machines with modules and filament
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers seeking general electronics beyond maker tools
Country by country
| Country | Cricut | Snapmaker Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Yes | No |
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Belgium | Yes | No |
| Brazil | Yes | No |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Chile | Yes | No |
| China | Yes | No |
| Colombia | Yes | No |
8 of 38 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Cricut
What does a Cricut machine cost to start with?+
Machines start at $99 on the shop, which is the entry figure used for comparison. That puts Cricut at position 2 of 27 brands on price from, one of the lower starting points in this group. Higher models in the same range cost more, so the $99 figure is a floor rather than a typical outlay.
How big a work area does a Cricut give me?+
The build area is 711.2 mm, large enough for a full sheet of craft material in a single pass. That figure ranks 3 of 23 in the comparison, above the 425 median for laser engravers and cutters. Sheets sized to the machine cut in one go instead of being pieced together.
Snapmaker Shop
What does Snapmaker Shop sell?+
Snapmaker Shop sells toolchanger 3D printers plus filament, modules and accessories for maker setups. It focuses on multi color and multi material printing with parts that support expansion and maintenance.
What is the Snapmaker Artisan Premium?+
The Artisan Premium is a three in one machine for versatile home workshops. It combines dual extrusion 3D printing with laser work and CNC carving within a large work area.