Cricut AutoPress 2 15x15
#1 in AutomaticFull review
The easiest press to get good results from, for crafters and small sellers who want a big plate and no guesswork.
Amazon $297$297
The Cricut AutoPress 2 15x15 rates 3.8 among automatic heat presss; the PowerPress 15x15 Digital Heat Press rates 3.1 among manual ones. The PowerPress 15x15 Digital Heat Press costs $97.01 less ($199.99 vs $297).
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PowerPress 15x15 Digital Heat Press
#11 in ManualFull review
A basic 15 x 15 in clamshell. Similar presses with a slide-out base cost less.
Amazon $199.99$199.99
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (automatic and manual), 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 15x15 | PowerPress 15x15 Digital Heat Press |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 35% | 87 $1.32 per sq in ($297, 15 x 15 in plate) | 83 $0.89 per sq in ($199.99, 15 x 15 in plate) |
| Plate size 15% | 46 15 x 15 in plate, 225 sq in | 44 15 x 15 in plate, 225 sq in |
| Temperature 10% | 60 up to 410 F | 100 up to 455 F |
| Features 25% | 75 adjustable pressure, slide-out or swing-away loading, presets or app, auto shut-off | 0 none of the listed features |
| Warranty 15% | 23 1-year warranty | 6 3-month warranty |
Specifications
| Cricut AutoPress 2 15x15 | PowerPress 15x15 Digital Heat Press | |
|---|---|---|
| Heat plate | ||
| Style | Drawer, auto-open | Clamshell |
| Plate size | 15 x 15 in | 15 x 15 in |
| Maximum temperature | 410 F | 455 F |
| Power | - | 1,400 W |
| Pressure and loading | ||
| Adjustable pressure | Yes | - |
| Maximum pressure | 220 lb | - |
| Slide-out or swing-away | Yes | No |
| Controls | ||
| Opens automatically | Yes | - |
| Presets | Yes | - |
| Phone app | Yes | - |
| Auto shut-off | Yes | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 months |
| Released | 2026-07 | - |