Cricut Explore One – What’s the difference?


Update: The Cricut Explore One is no longer available. Learn about the latest Cricut machines in my detailed reviews, Cricut Explore Air 2, Cricut Maker, and Cricut Joy.

Cricut has announced yet another machine to their Cricut Explore Family, the Cricut Explore One. It wasn’t too long ago when the Cricut Explore Air was released (see the Cricut Explore Air difference). Now, this got me pretty curious. The machine looks the same, so what’s new and different with the Cricut Explore One?

Cricut Explore One

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The Cricut Explore One is exactly the same as the Cricut Explore (read the Cricut Explore Review), except…. it has one head clamp instead of two! To use the pen or score tool, you’ll need to purchase an adapter.

This may seem like a step backward, but the major benefit is you can get the Explore One for cheaper compared to the original, depending on the current prices (check the current price on Amazon).

Cricut Explore Machine Comparison

Here is an overview of all the Cricut Explore Machines:

Compare the Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, and Cricut Explore One
Compare the Cricut Explore, Cricut Explore Air, and Cricut Explore One

What Cricut Explore machine should you buy?

Wondering what machine you should buy? We are here to help decide what Cricut Explore machine is best for you.

Cricut Explore One

Well, if you want to save the most money, buy the Explore One. The dual carriage heads are nice, but not required.

Cricut Explore One
  • No built-in wireless (adapter sold separately)
  • One carriage instead of two
  • Most affordable

Amazon Price

Cricut Explore Air

If you have the money to spend and want the ‘latest and greatest’, go with the Explore Air.

Cricut Explore Air
  • Built-in wireless (wireless is optional)
  • Two carriages to cut and draw in one pass without stopping
  • Less Affordable

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Cricut Explore

If you want dual carriages, you may be able to save some money by buying the original Explore. If you decide you want to go wireless, you can always purchase the adapter.

Cricut Explore
  • No built-in wireless (adapter sold separately)
  • Two carriages to cut and draw without stopping
  • Affordable

Amazon Price

 

Leave a comment and let me know what you think!

Diane Davies

Diane loves to craft and create. She enjoys experimenting with her Cricut Maker and Accuquilt GO! She also dabbles in jewelry making and crocheting. She is also passionate about sewing.

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