HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press
#3 in ManualFull review
A well-equipped swing-away press at a low price, with the safety extras home crafters want.
Amazon $165.99$165.99
The HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press and the CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press are evenly matched, rated 3.7 and 3.7. The HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press leads on features. The CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press wins on temperature. The HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press costs $4 less ($165.99 vs $169.99).
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CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press
#5 in ManualFull review
A budget 15 x 15 in drawer press with a one-year warranty.
Amazon $169.99$169.99
Which should you buy?
- Choose the HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press for features (adjustable pressure, slide-out or swing-away loading, auto shut-off vs adjustable pressure, slide-out or swing-away loading).
- Choose the CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press for temperature (up to 440 F vs up to 410 F).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every manual heat press; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press | CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 35% | 91 $0.74 per sq in ($165.99, 15 x 15 in plate) | 90 $0.76 per sq in ($169.99, 15 x 15 in plate) |
| Plate size 15% | 44 15 x 15 in plate, 225 sq in | 44 15 x 15 in plate, 225 sq in |
| Temperature 10% | 60 up to 410 F | 90 up to 440 F |
| Features 25% | 60 adjustable pressure, slide-out or swing-away loading, auto shut-off | 45 adjustable pressure, slide-out or swing-away loading |
| Warranty 15% | 23 1-year warranty | 23 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| HTVRONT 15x15 Swing-Away Heat Press | CoolSub 15x15 Slide-Out Heat Press | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat plate | ||
| Style | Swing-away | Drawer |
| Plate size | 15 x 15 in | 15 x 15 in |
| Maximum temperature | 410 F | 440 F |
| Power | 1,500 W | - |
| Pressure and loading | ||
| Adjustable pressure | Yes | Yes |
| Slide-out or swing-away | Yes | Yes |
| Controls | ||
| Auto shut-off | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year |