Which tools and blades work with the Cricut Maker 5?

Premium fine-point blade, deep-point blade, bonded-fabric blade, knife blade, foil transfer tool, pens and markers, scoring tool, scoring wheels (single and double), rotary blade, wavy blade, engraving tip, debossing tip, perforation blade.

What are Smart Materials?

These craft materials work without a cutting mat, so you can just load the material directly into the machine. Smart Materials come in a variety of material types, including Smart Vinyl, Smart Iron-On and Smart Paper Sticker Cardstock.

When will I need to replace the blades?

Blade replacement depends on how much you use your Cricut machine and which materials you choose. They are designed to last well, but replacement blades are easily available for when you do require a new one.

Can I use other brands of vinyl or iron-on with this machine?

You can use other brands of materials, but you will need to place them on a cutting mat. Cricut materials have been tested with all Cricut machines to know the exact pressure required for the cut. They are also clearly identifiable on the list of materials you choose from when cutting.

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Cricut Maker 5 Essential Bundle

Name: Cricut Maker 5 Essential Bundle
SKU: 6986381000
Price: 399.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (105 reviews)

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The Cricut Maker 5 Essential Bundle is the ultimate digital crafting machine.

Now with a modern, sleek design that’s 30% more compact than previous models, the Cricut Maker 5 works with more tools and materials than any other Cricut machine, helping you create and personalise everything from décor to clothing and beyond.

Effortlessly cut materials up to 3mm thick, from delicate fabrics and paper to thicker materials like wood – plus engrave metal, deboss leather and more.

Take on the widest range of projects including full-colour stickers, personalised clothing, signs, unique fabric appliques and more. With the free and easy-to-use design app, it's never been easier to bring your one-of-a-kind ideas to life. You can also get a Cricut Access subscription to unlock the full content library of over 1.8 million images, 1,500 fonts, 300,000 projects and 50,000 templates.

The Essential Bundle makes it easier than ever to get started right out of the box. You’ll have enough supplies to make up to 65 projects, across a variety of crafts – from custom clothing with iron-on and décor projects with adhesive vinyl to handmade cards and more.

There are a range of additional compatible tools available separately to expand your creative possibilities even further, too!

Machine size: 50 x 12 x 19cm (19.7 x 4.7 x 7.5 inches)
Cutting width: 30.5cm (12 inches)
Slate blue colour
Compatible with over 300 materials
Cuts thicker materials up to 3mm, including leather and foam core board
Engraves materials up to 3mm, including metal, acrylic and more
Works with 13 tools
Cut, engrave, write, draw, foil, score, deboss and more
Hassle-free snap-in pen holder
Free, easy-to-learn Design Space app
Bluetooth wireless technology
Sleek, modern design
30% more compact than previous models
Cricut Access subscription unlocks vast content library with over 300,000 projects and 50,000 templates
Comes with enough supplies to make 65 projects
Upload and create your own designs
Free video tutorials and beginner cheat sheets
No design experience required

Box includes:

Cricut Maker 5
Premium fine point cutting tool (pre-installed)
Scoring tool
Engraving tool
Dual-sided marker (0.4mm, 1mm) in black
Light Grip mat (12 x 12 inches)
Materials for a practice cut
Card Mat (13 x 8.6 inches)
Portable trimmer
Weeder, scraper and spatula
Paper ruler (12 inches)
Smart Iron-On 9.5 x 13 Inches 4 Pack
Smart Vinyl 9.5 x 13 Inches 6 Pack
Transfer Tape 9.5 x 13 Inches 6 Pack
Insert Card Set (taupe/black and cream/black)
10 sheets of cardstock
Printable Vinyl 3 Pack

Cricut Maker 5 Essential Bundle

Product Number - 6986381000

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Perfect For: Cutting materials up to 3mm thick, from fabric and paper to wood, plus engraving metal and debossing leather.
Compatible with: Cricut Maker
Connectivity: Bluetooth
Design Software: Cricut Design Space
Compatible Materials: Paper, Card, Vinyl, Iron-On, Fabric, Felt, Leather, Wood, Cork, Foam
Incompatible Materials: Glass, Ceramic, Stone
Tools Needed: None

Brand: Cricut
Product Type: Digital Crafting Machines
Craft: Digital Crafting
Machine Type: Digital
Maximum Cutting Width: 12 Inches
Dimensions: 50 x 12 x 19cm
Guarantee: 2 Years
Weight: 4.9kg

Cricut Maker 5 Q&As

The Maker 5 is 30% more compact than the previous model, while still featuring the same dependable 12” cutting performance.

It also now cuts and engraves materials up to 3mm thick. This machine features a sleek, modern design and simplified interface for a more intuitive experience. Plus, it features a new hassle-free snap-in pen holder.

The side storage has been redesigned to allow for a more compact machine, but you can now conveniently store tools in the built-in compartment in the front panel.

The Cricut Maker cuts over 300 materials up to 3mm thick.

The materials it cuts include leather, acetate, foil, balsa, bamboo fabric, basswood, boucle, broadcloth, burlap, calico, canvas, cardstock, cashmere, Chantilly lace, chiffon, duct tape sheets, copy paper, corrugated cardboard, cotton, craft foam, crepe paper, delicate fabrics like tulle, double knit, denim, EVA foam, faux fur, faux suede, felt, flannel, flat cardboard, flocked paper, iron-on, poster board, gauze, glitter cardstock, vinyl, gossamer, heavy chipboard, jersey, Kevlar, linen, Lycra, magnetic sheets, matboard, mesh, nylon, parchment paper, poster board, rice paper, satin silk, suede, tissue paper, tweed, vellum, velour, washi sheets, wax paper, wrapping paper and window cling. .

Cricut Design Space is free, cloud-based software that is used in conjunction with your Cricut machine. It is available for download on iOS and Android devices, as well as desktops and laptops. An internet connection is required to use Design Space.

Within Design Space, there are thousands of images and projects that can be used to create your own projects, and you can also upload your own designs. It is free to use a selection of images available in Design Space and to create your own designs. To access unlimited use of the full library of designs, there is a £7.49 monthly subscription or a £71.88 annual subscription (equivalent to £5.99 per month). On first logging into Design Space, you will be taken on a tour and shown how to create your first project. However, if you need further help, there are lots of tutorials on the Cricut YouTube channel that take you through Design Space’s many capabilities.

Projects that are created in Design Space can be saved to the Cloud so that they can be accessed anywhere you are (as long as you have an internet connection). Alternatively, you can save projects to the device you are creating them on, though you will not be able to access these on any other device.

Design Space is free to use for your own designs. You can also access a selection of free designs in the library. For unlimited use of the Cricut library on Design Space, there is a £7.49 monthly subscription or a £71.88 annual subscription (equivalent to £5.99 per month).

You can also purchase per image if you wish to access a particular design.

Rated 3 out of 5 by EA Cuthill from Best Maker yet, except.... Fabulous machine for stress free cutting accuracy and speed. Brilliant scoring, foiling, perforation, rotation cutting, blade cutting on fabric. Print and cut STILL a pain in the neck. To ensure problem free cutting, I have to calibrate the printer each time, then print and cut a simple shape, before undertaking my more complex project. Waste of my time, ink and materials. I'm thinking of going back to my maker 3 for print and cut.

Date published: 2026-10-17

Rated 3 out of 5 by Natty from Could be better Don't think it's has good has it has made out to be

Date published: 2026-10-30

Rated 5 out of 5 by Audrey from Brilliant. Love this. Love all my Cricut machines with a passion.

Date published: 2026-10-04

Rated 4 out of 5 by com1 from USB supply error Bought my wife the new maker 5 recently. Shes had the maker 1 and maker 3 so was looking forward to what this new machine had to offer.She went straight to her work room opened the box and tried to plug it iinto her pc and it came with a USB C connection and not the USB it states on the info sheet. Finally i found a lead that fit great here we go.

Date published: 2026-09-17

Rated 5 out of 5 by Mac from Great kit. I love my maker 5, I also love my explore 5. They do what I need them to do. I have the Cricut access subscription which is well worth the money too.

Date published: 2026-10-27

Rated 4 out of 5 by Lou from New machine Cricut maker 5 im not as happy with this is i was with the maker 3 i got years ago it is very light and flimsy didnt think it would of been like this feel it wont last as long as my maker 3 very disappointed

Date published: 2026-10-09

Rated 5 out of 5 by Kimmycoo from Fab new cricut maker 5 I was gifted this by my partner. Total surprise. I’ve always had cricuts. Amazing piece of kit. Smooth cuts. Very quiet. Also very fast. Love it

Date published: 2026-09-24

Rated 5 out of 5 by Izzy from Great Kit! Excellent value bundle! The maker 5 is an incredible machine, no hiccups and super easy to learn. The bundle materials make great practice kit.

Date published: 2026-10-09