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Do you want to make stickers with your Cricut, but can’t find the right printer? Then this post is for you!
What Is Print Then Cut?
One of the most common Print Then Cut projects is stickers. They’re also a great product to sell if you’re looking to start a craft business!
Other Print Then Cut Cricut projects are cards, gift tags, printable vinyl designs, & cardstock cut-outs.
Print Then Cut Projects with the Cricut require 2 main items:
- Printer
- Cutting Machine
The printer is needed to print the design. Then the cutting machine, like the Cricut, will cut the design into its specific shape! If you need more help with Print Then Cut, watch my Print Then Cut 101 video here.
But finding the right printer can be time consuming, frustrating, & overwhelming. That’s why I created this blog post to share the BEST list of printers for Print Then Cut projects with the Cricut!
This post is about the best printers for Print Then Cut projects with the Cricut.
BEST PRINTERS FOR CRICUT PRINT THEN CUT PROJECTS:
1. HP Envy Inspire 7255e
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Copy + Scans
- Price: $
This printer was one of the cheapest printers I found. It’s a wireless, inkjet printer that prints vibrantly! It also comes with up to 6 months of Instant Ink that’ll save you some $$ upfront.
Overall, I think it’s a great starting printer if you’re diving into the Print Then Cut world and don’t want to spend a lot of money to scan/copy things!
2. Canon TS6320
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Expandable Output Tray
- 5 Individual Inks
- Price: $$
To be honest, the reviews are not so great for this printer… BUT, it’s mainly technical errors like difficulty with setting it up and the WiFi connection.
Canon tech support has helped customers tremendously with these errors, so if you can get past those hiccups, this printer is a solid choice!
3. Canon Pixma TS8120 (My Printer)
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Adjustable Printing Tray (Print multiple sizes)
- Easy WiFi Connection
- Price: $
Say hello to my printer! I’ve had this printer for about 3 years now and haven’t had any problems. The printing quality is great, ink replacements aren’t expensive, and I love being able to print projects bigger than 8.5” x 12”.
The only downside is that it’s sold out often and hard to find 🙁
4. Epson EcoTank ET-2720
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Great Sublimation Features
- Long-Lasting Ink Cartridges
- Price: $$
This wireless, inkjet Epson printer has some of the best reviews! It can easily be used for Print Then Cut & Sublimation projects and is also great on ink.
Plus, it’s a top recommendation for sticker businesses because of the high printing quality!
5. Canon Pixma G620
Main Features:
- MegaTank Ink
- PhotoPrint Editor (With Canon App)
- Borderless Photo Printing
- Price: $$
Although it’s on the pricier side, this Canon printer is a great investment due to the low cost in ink!
The printing quality is *chefs kiss* and can hold up to 20 sheets in the output tray. Which is superb for printing in bulk!
6. HP All-In-One Inkjet Printer
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- 5 Color Options
- 6 feet USB Cable
- Price: $
Another “All-In-One” printer that prints, scans, copies easily! This printer connects with any smartphone and is great for printing at home.
I also like that it comes in 5 different colors!
7. Epson EcoTank ET-2760
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Cartridge-Free Supertank
- Easy Set-Up
- Price: $$$
Say goodbye to annoying ink cartridges and say hello to easy refillable ink tanks! Although this printer is in the high-price range, you will save SO MUCH $$ on ink.
There were reviews from other sticker makers who said the quality is perfect for small business owners.
So if you’re looking for a printer to invest in with low ink costs, it definitely should be this one!
8. Epson EcoTank ET-3760
Main Features:
- Inkjet Printer
- Cartridge-Free Supertank
- Price: $$$
This is the *updated* version of the above ET-2760! So what’s different?
Besides the price, this model has an automatic document feeder with an even faster printing speed and better color accuracy. As a small business, those features are essential for happy customers!
And there’s nothing better than not having to replace your ink within 2-3 YEARS and save a ton of $$! If I had to choose which printer is THE BEST… I’d have to say this one!
So, which printer is best for you? Here are some key points to remember when buying a printer:
- What are you looking to print?
- If you choose an inexpensive printer, costs in replacing ink cartridges may end up being more expensive in the long run.
- Do you need a lot of features? (Like scanning, copying, faxing, etc.)
- A more expensive printer might be worth the $$ if you’re a business or don’t want to keep buying expensive ink every few months.
Hope these tips helped you find the right printer for Print Then Cut projects with your Cricut machine 🙂
Need more help with Print Then Cut? Watch the below YouTube video to learn the step-by-step process of what it is and how to make a project! ⬇️
This post was all about the best printers for Print Then Cut projects with the Cricut.
Happy Crafting!
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Thank you for this! I’m looking to get a printer specifically to use in a craft business I’m hoping to start this year. It seems like every printer we get ends up smearing the ink or going through ink cartridges super fast. I’ll definitely look into these options.💙
Hi Alene! That’s exciting news 🙂 Hoping these printers are a better option for you!
Thank you Amy for all the options! can you use a printer for print and cut and sublimation at the same time or you should get 2 different printers as they use different ink..
Hi Julie! Since you should technically use an inkjet printer with print then cut projects, it’s best to get a sublimation printer if you decide make sublimation projects! some inkjet printers may take sublimation ink, but it all depends on the brand so make sure you do research on the printers beforehand!
Do all of these work with card stock? (My current Canon Pixel doesn’t)
Hi Susan! They should but I would double check in the product description. There should be a section where it says the amount of paper weight the printer can handle. Also doesn’t hurt to check the reviews as well! 🙂
Can the same printer be use for sublimation and print and cut or it has to be two different printers for each project?
I want to make frames using clip art showing different choices to create a person sitting with back towards you. For example: a family of four. Do I need a sublimation printer to make this print and cut project?
Hi Janie! You don’t necessarily need a sublimation printer for that – you can purchase an inkjet printer if that’s better for you! I suggest looking into sublimation printers if you intend on doing sublimation projects. A majority of PTC projects can work just fine with an inkjet 🙂 Hope this helps!