FAQ
Cricut Explore 3 FAQ
Q: What is the Difference Between Explore Air 2 and Explore 3?
A: The key differences are technological innovations in speed, cut length, and cutting without a
mat with Smart Materials. See the comparison chart below for more information.
Q: What are the differences between the different Cricut Explore machines?
A:
Explore 3
Explore Air 2
Explore Air
Explore One
Explore
Two tool clamps
✔
✔
✔
—
(Pen
adapter sold
separately)
✔
Built-in Bluetooth
✔
✔
✔
—
(Bluetooth
wireless
adapter sold
separately)
—
(Bluetooth
wireless
adapter sold
separately)
Print Then Cut capability
On white
and colored
materials
On white
materials
On white
materials
On white
materials
On white
materials
Smart Set Dial
(Software-
integrated
material
settings – no
more dial)
✔
✔
✔
✔
Cartridge Port
—
✔
✔
✔
✔
Works with Smart
Materials for long,
continuous cuts without
a machine mat
✔
—
—
—
—
Expanded Storage Cup
✔
—
—
—
—