The Next Generation of Cricut’s Ultimate Smart Cutting Machine
Cricut Maker™ 5 is the next generation of our ultimate smart cutting machine, designed for makers who want the widest range of creative possibilities in one machine. From custom, full-colour stickers to personalised apparel, engraved keepsakes, unique fabric appliqués and more, Cricut Maker™ 5 gives you the freedom to make more than ever before – all while taking up 30% less space than previous models.
Whether you’re shopping for your first Cricut machine or wondering if it’s time to upgrade, here’s everything you need to know about Cricut Maker™ 5.
What’s new with Cricut Maker™ 5?
Cricut Maker™ 5 builds on everything makers love about the previous models while introducing meaningful updates that make creating even easier.
Highlights include:
- 30% more compact machine than previous models
- Updated fine point cutting, deep-cutting and engraving tools*
- New Scoring Tool
- Cut and engrave materials up to 3 mm thick*
- A hassle-free, snap-in pen holder for quicker pen changes
- New Load & Go™ functionality
- More intuitive making experience in Design Space™
Cut and engrave thicker materials up to 3mm
Ready to move beyond paper and vinyl? Cricut Maker™ 5 works with compatible thicker materials up to 3 mm* to give you the flexibility to create more projects that previous cutting machines simply couldn’t achieve.
Cut speciality materials up to 3 mm thick, like leather, cardboard, foam core, corrugated plastic, wood and more.
Engrave materials up to 3 mm thick, like acrylic, leather, wood and metal.
A more compact design for everyday making spaces
Big creative possibilities shouldn’t require a lot of workspace. Cricut Maker™ 5 features a redesigned body that’s 30% smaller than previous Cricut Maker™ machines to fit on desks, shelves, craft carts or shared workspaces.
Small design improvements also make everyday creating smoother, including:
- Faster Load & Go™ workflows
- Snap-in pen loading
- Simplified controls
- Cleaner project workflows in Design Space™
Whether you have a dedicated craft room or a corner of the kitchen table, Cricut Maker™ 5 is designed to fit your space and your routine.
Create with 300+ materials and 13 tools*
One of the biggest changes with Cricut Maker™ 5 is the material versatility – it works with more than 300 materials, including:
- Vinyl
- Iron-On (HTV)
- Cardstock
- Paper
- Fabric
- Leather
- Wood
- Acrylic
- And so much more
With 13 compatible tools (sold separately depending on bundle), Cricut Maker™ 5 cuts, engraves, writes, draws, foils, scores, debosses and more so you can take the widest range of projects with one machine.
- Fine Point Cutting Tool: Cuts designs and shapes from paper, iron-on, vinyl & more
- Deep Cutting Tool: Cuts thicker material like poster board and craft foam
- Scoring Tool: Creates crisp guidelines for folded cards, origami & more
- Knife Blade: Cuts materials up to 3 mm thick like chipboard & balsa wood
- Rotary Blade: Glides through cotton, fleece, denim & more
- Foil Transfer Tool: Embellishes cards, gift tags & more with foil finish
- Debossing Tool: Leaves design impression on leather, softwood & more
- Engraving Tool: Inscribes design in metal, leather, plastic & more
- Wavy Blade: Adds wavy edge to paper, vinyl & more
- Bonded-Fabric Blade: Easily cuts through bonded fabric
- Single Scoring Wheel: Create score lines for perfect folds & finishes
- Double Scoring Wheel: Creates extra-deep score lines for perfect folds
- Perforation Blade: Creates uniform, finely perforated lines
Cricut Maker™ 5 projects to try first
Not sure where to begin? Listed below are a few popular projects that showcase everything Cricut Maker™ 5 can do.
Beginner favorites
Intermediate projects
Advanced projects
Whatever your experience level, Cricut Maker™ 5 gives you room to keep learning and creating.
Where to buy Cricut Maker™ 5
Cricut Maker™ 5 will be available from 4 September 2026, in a Slate Blue colour on Cricut.com, Amazon and all partnered retailers.
Ready to start making? Shop Cricut Maker™ 5 to explore machine options, bundles, compatible tools and materials. Or compare Cricut machines to find the one that’s right for your creative goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Projects you can make with Maker 5
*Cricut Maker 5 requires a compatible computer or mobile device with Bluetooth® wireless and high-speed internet connection – system requirements may change. Average size of project is 10.2 cm x 15.2 cm (4 in x 6 in) using included materials. Compatible materials, tools & accessories sold separately. Full content library & certain software features require a paid Cricut Access™ subscription.
Tools shown may differ in box. All machines include pre-installed cutting blade – either with metal housing or new Cutting Tool. Pens are water-based, acid-free; conforms to ASTM-D4236. Limited Warranty – see Cricut website, or write to manufacturer or authorised region representative at applicable address, for full terms and conditions. Visit Cricut website for specific compatibility, details, terms and conditions, warranty information and more. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Cricut, Inc. is under licence. Cricut Maker™ 5 is not intended for use by children 12 years or younger.
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