Cricut AutoPress 2 12x12
#6 in AutomaticFull review
A smaller automatic press for crafters short on space. The 15 x 15 in AutoPress 2 is better value.
Amazon $249$249
The Cricut AutoPress 2 12x12 rates 3.1 among automatic heat presss; the Cricut EasyPress SE 9x9 rates 2.4 among handheld ones. The Cricut EasyPress SE 9x9 costs $170 less ($79 vs $249).
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Cricut EasyPress SE 9x9
#5 in HandheldFull review
A basic 9 x 9 in handheld press for occasional shirt and tote projects. The EasyPress 3 at this size adds app control for less.
Amazon $79$79
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (automatic and handheld), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Cricut AutoPress 2 12x12 | Cricut EasyPress SE 9x9 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 35% | 74 $1.73 per sq in ($249, 12 x 12 in plate) | 39 $0.98 per sq in ($79, 9 x 9 in plate) |
| Plate size 15% | 0 12 x 12 in plate, 144 sq in | 21 9 x 9 in plate, 81 sq in |
| Temperature 10% | 60 up to 410 F | 50 up to 400 F |
| Features 25% | 55 slide-out or swing-away loading, presets or app, auto shut-off | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 23 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Cricut AutoPress 2 12x12 | Cricut EasyPress SE 9x9 | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat plate | ||
| Style | Drawer, auto-open | Handheld |
| Plate size | 12 x 12 in | 9 x 9 in |
| Maximum temperature | 410 F | 400 F |
| Pressure and loading | ||
| Adjustable pressure | No | - |
| Maximum pressure | 110 lb | - |
| Pressure display | - | No |
| Slide-out or swing-away | Yes | - |
| Controls | ||
| Opens automatically | Yes | - |
| Presets | Yes | No |
| Phone app | Yes | No |
| Auto shut-off | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | - | 1 year |