Best Die Cutting Machines in 2022 Reviewed

No matter what your experience of paper crafting, a die cutting machine can become a favorite hobby with even the most basic of machines. Whether you are looking to make unique cards for gifts or just want to experiment with fonts and shapes, there are products for all budgets. Some are far better than others which is why you need to be careful and know what to look for but when you get it right, the results of your creations speak for themselves.

With different features to make each one stand out, we have created a list of the best die-cutting machines available. With everything from the manual products to the modern electronic machines, these are the best in the business.

• Editor’s Choice
  Cricut Explore Air 2 Mint (Amazon) – Review
• Best Value
  Silhouette Portrait 2 Electronic Cutting Tool (Amazon) – Review
• Best Budget
  Sizzix 660425 Big Shot Machine, 6 in (15.24 cm) Opening, White/Gray (Amazon) – Review
• Best For Thick Materials
  Cricut Maker, Champagne (Amazon) – Review
• Best For Quilting
  AccuQuilt GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutter Starter Set (Amazon) – Review
• Best Portable
  Spellbinders PE-100 Platinum 6.0 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine (Amazon) – Review

Editor’s Choice: Cricut Explore Air 2 Mint

This is the best die cutting machine on the market and a favorite for many people. It puts the user in the driving seat, allowing them to upload and download new designs from a computer and can easily cut through over a hundred different types of material. This includes the likes of faux leather and premium vinyl.

You can put it to work on a variety of projects so it can make stickers, greeting cards, personalized home decor, and a lot more. It comes with a fine point blade and housing, 12 x 12-inch cutting matt, design software, and a tonne of other useful features. The machine itself is available in various designs so you can choose from mint green, rose, blue, cherry blossom, and others. It is one of the best priced, versatile, and easiest to use die-cutting machine which is why we have given in top spot.

Best Value: Silhouette Portrait 2 Electronic Cutting Tool

Bluetooth compatible and with Silhouettes auto blade feature, this is a contender for the best die cutting machine. We like that it easily gets through some of the more creative materials so it can be used with fabric, cardstock, heat transfer material, vellum, as well as paper and some of the other common types. All the software is included to make it easily connected to a Mac or PC and there are 50 exclusive digital designs included.

For an electronic cutting machine, it is pretty compact and the pack contains an 8-inch cutting matt which is more generous than a lot of the competition at this price. To top it all off, this product cuts wirelessly via Bluetooth

Best Budget: Sizzix 660425 Big Shot Machine, 6 in (15.24 cm) Opening, White/Gray

Another popular die cutting machine and one that comes at a very reasonable price. It can also emboss materials up to 6 inches wide which is ideal for a variety of crafts. It is compatible with the back catalog of Sissix designs so you get to play with and amend Thinlits, Bigz, Textured Impressions, Impresslits, and a lot more.

We like that you get a one year warranty when you purchase and the Sissix Big Shot Machine also comes with a pair of cutting pads and an extended platform. The user only has to wait a matter of seconds as it cuts and shapes designs and it is so easy to use that a beginner will easily get to grips with it. Although there is enough about it for an expert to enjoy as well.

Best For Thick Materials: Cricut Maker, Champagne

The slick look of this premium die cutting machine is complemented by its strength so expect it to easily get through thick materials such as leather. Its rotary cutter makes it capable of getting through regular materials but the cutting blade can also get through the likes of balsa wood so it is easy to see why it is known for its power.

The pens it comes with allow it to trace lines onto the fabric as they wash off and because of the digital download capability, it makes die-cutting and quilting projects a lot easier. The docking station allows you to charge your device at the same time as using the machine and it also comes with two 12 x 12-inch cutting mats.

Best For Quilting: AccuQuilt GO! Big Electric Fabric Cutter Starter Set

You can use this machine to cut up to six layers of fabric at the same time making it an ideal die cutting machine for quilting. The design ensures you do not have to work so hard, taking a lot of the hard work away so a younger user can get to grips with making unique pieces.

The AccuQuilt Go folds up small so it is great for taking to a class and is compatible with all AccuQuilt Go dies giving the user loads of options for making unique gifts and crafts. This pack includes a 6 x 12-inch cutting matt and we found that it was one of the easiest products to use although the price means it is more of an investment than some of the other products on our list.

Best Portable: Spellbinders PE-100 Platinum 6.0 Die Cutting and Embossing Machine

For a versatile die-cutting machine that can cut through a variety of materials thick and thin, the Spellbinders Platinum 6.0 is a great option. It doubles up as an embossing machine and can get through up to 8 layers depending on the material used. This means you should have no problem working with leather, wool, balsa wood, and even craft metal.

The collapsable handle makes it easy to move from place to place and the compact design isn’t too small so it can still work on a cutting surface up to 6 inches. It packs up small with the sides folding up so you can take it to a friend’s house and create cards, home decor, work on mixed media, and a lot more.