Finally someone who reviews printers that aren’t over $500, the fact that you went through each of the different printer “paper” types helped a lot. I bought a cheaper HP trying to fit the sticker paper through it, which was a disaster. HP Envy 7155 and Printable vinyl here I come. THX
you all prolly dont give a damn but does anybody know of a way to get back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly lost the account password. I would love any assistance you can give me.
@Oliver Maximo thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now. Takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
I have had an HP Envy for years now, and I use the HP Instant Ink, and I have to say I love my HP. I would not switch. I wish HP would come out with a 12 X 12" printer and one that will take a thicker sticker paper.
Angie … you always have the BEST videos of comparisons for so many products. You are always my “go to” when I want straight forward information. Totally the Queen of crafting! ❤
Yay! I have the HP7155 and I just bought a Cricut today with their sticker papers. I will be retuning those papers for thinner papers. Thank you so much for this video.
YAY !!! THIS IS THEE BEST REVIEW OF ANY PRODUCT I HAVE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE. SERIOUSLY, YOU EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENCES IN A CLEAR AND CONCISE WAY! GREAT VIDEO!!! THANK YOU !
I want to thank you for all your sharing. I paid200 dollars for a cricut program and then I found yours. I want to thank you for such a good video and videos.God Bless your for your kindness. I am so appreciate of your talents..
I use an epson eco-tank. You can't beat buying ink once a year and paying about the same as those limited cartridges. I can actually see how much ink is used instead of the wasteful "estimates" all other printers use. Quality of print is great. The only thing im jealous of is Canon's control panel options. Much easier to tweak their controls. With epson I control color from within the design program.
Is it epson eco-tank the best printer if you need to use a lot of ink on a daily basis? Is it good for vinyl transfer sheets? Please, let me know. I will appreciate your information
A lot of crafters you can find on youtube (spacially stickers makers) swear by the epson ecotank. I now have one because this is the only one I could find... printers are out of stock everywhere in France, they blame covid...
Something to add about the HP instant ink program is the roll over of prints! That’s amazing! Thank you for the vid. Definitely helps with choosing the right printer!
My HP 6869 automatically tell them when I have printed so many pages and sends what I need. I have never gone over my 3,000 pages per month and never notice the monthly fee. It’s one less thing I have to worry about.
Same I’ve started a clothing line with my cricut and my printer isn’t compatible so I need a new one but am currently stuck because is which one is best
Thank you for this comparison! So sad that the HP can't handle cardstock for print then cut. HP's are mostly front loaders and that means the paper has to curve back around on itself and thick paper doesn't want to to that! The only thing I think is missing in this video is more info on the thickness cut off point. Can it handle 100 lb cardstock but not 110 lb? Or 80 lb vs 100 lb? Guess I will have to do my own testing with my old Officejet 4630. 🙂
The thing you have to understand is that EVERY paper type will print differently, you have to take into account what file type you're printing from, ALL your printer settings (not just quality), and paper type. Ink will saturate thinner paper more than thicker cardstock, therefore producing more "saturated" prints... It's not the printer that's "not printing high quality", it's simply a difference in paper.
Magnificent comparison of features. Presentation A+. I’m new to the cricket world and exploring possibilities. I look forward to watching more of your videos for instruction and inspiration. Great job. TFS
I have to say this has been the BEST printer comparison video I have seen on TH-cam and trust me I have watched a lot trying to find a good printer. I have the HP 5070 but will definitely upgrade to the 7155!! I love the HP instant ink program! Thank you! New subbie for sure!
Angie i just got the Canon printer last week and I don't see any tutorials in regard of what we can do with it. The installation i founded easy to do. I hope you will do a tutorial on projects done with it, thanks for all you do.
Thanks for the comparison. I had ordered the canon back in July, but it has been on back order, and I ended up canceling it. I may now look for another printer. I certainly don't need the 12x12 feature.
Subbed. Impressive review. I purchased a Cricut machine for my gf last xmas. She never plugged it in. So I am looking to use it myself. T shirts and car decals. Thanks.
I have an HP office jet but it will not print any of the print then cut sheets. It keeps saying that it is jammed. So I wanted to get a printer that could handle thicker materials.
Great video! Thank you!! I’m still debating on which printer I need to buy. I want high quality printing with thick cardstock while spending little money on ink
Thank you for this comparison video! I have the Pixma and I love it, but I've only ever had Canon and never tried HP so it's great to know that it is an option.
Canon has a photo paper that works better for their products. For the canon have you tried changing the color saturation for when it doesn’t have best quality?
This isn’t an apples to apples comparison. I’m sorry but this video wasn’t helpful. Just because you had problems with the Canon doesn’t mean it won’t perform to Best Printing. If you had called Tech Support. I’ll trust Consumer Reports
Angie, as of today I can’t print on my printer using print and cut. I’m met with a message “One quick thing… it looks like you still need to set up your machine. You will need to do this before you can make your project. Don’t worry it’s easy”. I could cry right now. I’ve been working on the design space for years.
@@AngieHolden no I don’t have a cricut machine! That’s what I mean. I’ve been using the software without owning a cricut. Now they’re making us own a cricut to use the software. So I purchased one. It should be here next week so I can start using design space again soon.
I have/had been in the market for a new printer for a while. My HP4650, 3 years old and $50 new, has been giving me some grief and its text printing is looking kind of bad. For a while it was undependable, but I was able to fix it. Anyway, it was time. A three color cartridge wasn't making it for me anymore. I wanted better. Bigger was also better. I finally was able to nab a Canon Crafters printer on Amazon in November. I have been pretty happy with it. I was disappointed when I discovered the Automatic Document Feed (ADF) didn't duplex scan. That was a little sad. But, I have a doc scanner that does do that, so, I'm good. The automatic duplex printing is a game changer! Angie, when I print on the Canon, my default is always Best Quality. But, I change the media setting the Canon, semi matte photo paper for sticker and get great results; never washed-out looking or "less than." It took a lot of tweaking to get it right. I still am experimenting with it. The printer is one huge puppy, for sure. Everyday, I like it a little bit better. Thank you for posting the video, Angie. It made me feel better about my decision.
Just ordered the hp envy 7155! Wasted almost an entire pack of Cricut sticker paper 😭😭 trying to get my cheaper printer to work. Now I’m returning to try this one!! Thank you for the in depth review!
Mine is a simple HP Deskjet 3632. I’ve been able to copy things as heavy as 110lb. Sometimes it doesn’t want to but I just give it a nudge and it runs it right through. I think it works better because the paper doesn’t have to roll up to be fed through it just glides down.
Angie this is a great comparison. Thank you so much. I was thinking about getting the Cannon but now I know I’m sticking with my HP Envy. I have always loved it and it does a great job. Again thanks for this great video!!!
Is it me or it seems like Hp doesn't make a model called "Hp envy photo" anymore? On their website, I could only find normal "Hp Envy" printers. Maybe it's called Hp Envy Inspire now?
Thank you so much for such a thorough & helpful review! My HP OfficeJet 8600 has finally given up after a decade supporting my Etsy shop. I haven’t even taken my Cricut Maker out of the box yet, but good to know what will work with my new HP Envy 6255 that’s now on its way. :)
Thank you so much for this video! I have an HP OfficeJet, and can't print thicker paper with it either. I know you do a lot of stickers, so I will try printable vinyl before buying an HP Envy.
@@patriciadavis7645 I am not sure what printer is great. I haven’t used my HP printer with my Cricut, yet. Actually, I haven’t used my Cricut in sometime. Sorry
This video is amazing! Now I have the go 7155 and when I put card stock to print stickers it prints either the bottom part of them, not all the stickers. I’m using the Cricut brand Matte finish card stock…
I have hp envy newest model and the quality is not good I’m having to buy a different one... quality is just not there especially on blacks looks dull...
I just got a cricut and tried printing on my envy 5660 I bought 5 years ago and broke the rollers with the thick sticker paper. Whoops! Looking for a replacement. I might need to get the cannon or one with a rear paper feed.
Try going to the HP website and see it there is newer driver for your printer. Sometimes all you need to do is uninstall and then reinstall your printer.
Thanks so much for the thorough review of these two. I have a Canon Pixma Pro 100 which is a great premium printer, but overkill for stickers and regular documents. My concern always is compatability with Mac OS . Looking for a economical second printer for stickers.
One more question: Because it is inkjet, do I have to print a minimum amount every day or so in order for the "jets" not to plug up?? I had an HP printer 15 yrs ago and if I did not use it every day or two, the ink would dry up and I would have to buy another cartridge $$$$
I like that the Canon allows you to print 12x12. However I like the HP InstantInk plan. I pay $2.99 a month for 50 sheets of paper. I have the older Kodak Craft printer and I use that to print sticker paper and heavier card stock because it was built for that but I don't like their cartridges, they dry out to quick. I hope HP comes out with a craft printer because I like the quality and the ink cartridge plan.
if you absolutely don't have to print borderless, you can save a lot of ink that way if you are purchasing the cartridges. If you have the subscription service, borderless print away! But your maintenance box will need to be changed more often (not covered by sub service, and $$ to replace). it is where your excess ink is sent away. .
The HP instant ink also takes your old cartridges. Is that what you are talking about? I have never changed a maintenance box on these so I am not sure if that is even on these printers.
A maintenance kit is a set of replacement parts for a printer. Each printer has a preset maintenance interval, which occurs after a certain amount of pages are printed. The maintenance interval lets the user know that it's time to install the maintenance kit so that the parts within the printer do not get overused.
I have the hp photo envy 7858 and I have nothing but issues!! I use the instant ink, so my ink is good. I print best quality and make sure my settings are correct. I’ve cleaned the print heads both with the printer setting and manually, I’ve aligned more times than I can count. I get lines no matter what and splotchy images when printing on waterslide paper. I’m at my wits end and looking for a new printer, even though this one is less than a year old. Your images look so perfect, I just don’t get it!!!
I love my HP, I’d like printing 12X12 but it’s not mandatory, the HP prints much higher quality looking photos I’m my opinion. Thanks for the comparison.
Hi, I have a hp envy 4527, last night I tried to print on transparency paper the ink on the paper wasn't very vibrant and its still wet after more than 12hrs. My question is can u print on transparency paper with this printer. Thank you
psi if youre going with inkjet auto delivery the printer has to be a specific model, AND you must connect it so buying a used one would be a huge NO_NO
Finally I was able to find a review between these two printers.. I was really convinced on getting the Canon TS9521C for my scrapbooking but I think getting the settings for the color is the problem specially for the 12x12 paper. I really like the vibrant colors on the hp so I think I'm getting the hp. Thanks for the review
This is excellent info; I am new to the Cricut explorer air 2 world and just purchased the HP Envy photo that you mentioned and had not taken it out the box because I was wondering if this was for printing on vinyls or heat transfer papers. Don’t know what I’m doing but you have gained a new subscriber
What about using these for heat transfer paper to the heat press on a shirt?also if I bought the epson 2720 inkjet and used up its ink ,could I then use it as a sublimation printer after that and refill with sub ink
Yes you can use these with heat transfer paper as I have here: th-cam.com/video/kpdsUuEDMvU/w-d-xo.html. You can convert any Epson EcoTank printer to a sublimation printer. I don't know about other Epson printer types.
When I do a print and cut and change to best quality it goes to spooling and just sit there and spins, I have ts9120 Cannon. Works fine whendoing regular quality, I was using June Taylor iron on for dark tees. Any idea.
Thank you so much for the comparison. I have a Canon Pixma 6020 tank printer, the ink last for about 2 years and I print about 100 pages per week. The problem with it is that the color for copies isn't accurate and it drives me nuts. I'm thinking of getting a printer just for my cricut stuff. Can you tell me, in your video, the prints of the paper you made, was that printing from your scanner or your computer? It would be nice to be able to make copies straight from the printer and have the colors accurate. Thanks
I have an HP inkjet pro 9010 printer (only 1 year old) and I am having the DARNDEST time printing onto Cricut printable vinyl. It's NOT the sticker paper, it's definitely the vinyl. It keeps jamming my printer and I've ruined all but one page in the package. Will the Envy behave differently? Thank you SO much for any advice you might be able to offer. I am beyond frustrated at the moment. Three hours trying to figure out how to fix this. 😭
My hp photo envy prints lines in my art for print then cuts when I put on card stock or vinyl 😭 I’ve tried cleaning my cartridge and aligning them but you can still see the lines throughout the image 😭
The Australian equivalent of the Canon model you have there is out of stock and we can’t get them for love nor money. I’ve been searching for one for weeeeeeks.
Is it possible that the difference in color of the stickers is because the hp was using the printable vinyl and the cannon was printing on Sticker paper? Just wondering. I have a 1 year old Pixma and prior to this I had an HP Envy. I like both. My pixma though won't feed the sticker paper through so I have 3 or 4 packages I can't use. However I like the printable vinyl a lot so I will just use that for my planner stickers.
I loved your video so I purchased the HP Envy 7155 and I love it. But now the printer isn't recognized with my cricut. When I go to calibrate for print then cut, there isn't a printer on the screen to choose.. Can someone help me?
@@kathleenblaes-garcia3024 I had the same problem so I called Cricut and the lady helped me clean out my cache and I was able to see my printer on the calibration page. You need to find the “cricut design space” folder in your user folder and drag it to the trash and then empty the trash. The folder may be hidden though so if you use a Mac just hit cmd+shift+[.]
You've nearly convinced me to go back to HP. I've been using a pixima for years and I love it. But if there is an HP that will handle thick sticker paper, I'd love to know.
@@msh8692 I retuned my 2 day old HP yesterday because it jammed for hours. Now i have Cannon. 24 hours of hell, returning and buying. Im happy with my cannon. Im a photographer anyways. BUT i also want to make stickers and merchandise.
Any suggestions for a color laser for printing stickers / outdoor vinyl primarily…i have a Brother laser and having the worst luck trying to calibrate the colors to print correct.
Would your HP printer be able to print on white cardstock ? I want to buy a printer that can print cardstock. I only saw you printed on the canon with cardstock
Question for any of you, I was looking at printers that work with cricut and it said Epson WorkForce Wireless Printer w/ADF (WF-2850) is that true? I looked it up and it’s not too expensive
I have transferred images to wood with it! I like using tattoo paper. I have tried a variety of methods. You can see me use this method here: th-cam.com/video/BhlCF6lKr24/w-d-xo.html
Finally someone who reviews printers that aren’t over $500, the fact that you went through each of the different printer “paper” types helped a lot. I bought a cheaper HP trying to fit the sticker paper through it, which was a disaster. HP Envy 7155 and Printable vinyl here I come. THX
Thanks for watching!
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I stupidly lost the account password. I would love any assistance you can give me.
@Oliver Maximo thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and Im waiting for the hacking stuff now.
Takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Oliver Maximo it did the trick and I finally got access to my account again. I'm so happy!
Thanks so much you saved my ass !
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The HP Instant Ink program is AMAZING! Saves me lots of money & I LOVE the automatic delivery. I never run out of ink!
It really is!
I’ve heard people complaining about it and good things about it should I get it if I want to print with color on hp printer
I love the instant ink! It’s amazing! I also have the envy (not the one mentioned in this video)
This video was right on time. I was paniking because I need so much! Just getting started! Thank you! You saved me time , headache and money
I have had an HP Envy for years now, and I use the HP Instant Ink, and I have to say I love my HP. I would not switch. I wish HP would come out with a 12 X 12" printer and one that will take a thicker sticker paper.
Yes! We all need to get together and let them know!
You are a much-trusted, INVALUABLE resource for me!!
Angie … you always have the BEST videos of comparisons for so many products. You are always my “go to” when I want straight forward information. Totally the Queen of crafting! ❤
Yay! I have the HP7155 and I just bought a Cricut today with their sticker papers. I will be retuning those papers for thinner papers. Thank you so much for this video.
YAY !!! THIS IS THEE BEST REVIEW OF ANY PRODUCT I HAVE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE. SERIOUSLY, YOU EXPLAIN THE DIFFERENCES IN A CLEAR AND CONCISE WAY! GREAT VIDEO!!! THANK YOU !
Wow, thank you!
Haven't even finished watching the video yet, but....THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS!!
You're so welcome!
With Canon should use ICC profile to get the bright colors
I want to thank you for all your sharing. I paid200 dollars for a cricut program and then I found yours. I want to thank you for such a good video and videos.God Bless your for your kindness. I am so appreciate of your talents..
You are so welcome!
I use an epson eco-tank. You can't beat buying ink once a year and paying about the same as those limited cartridges. I can actually see how much ink is used instead of the wasteful "estimates" all other printers use. Quality of print is great. The only thing im jealous of is Canon's control panel options. Much easier to tweak their controls. With epson I control color from within the design program.
That is actually on my list to test as I want to try it for sublimation. I will try for regular printing as well!
Is it epson eco-tank the best printer if you need to use a lot of ink on a daily basis? Is it good for vinyl transfer sheets? Please, let me know. I will appreciate your information
A lot of crafters you can find on youtube (spacially stickers makers) swear by the epson ecotank. I now have one because this is the only one I could find... printers are out of stock everywhere in France, they blame covid...
Something to add about the HP instant ink program is the roll over of prints! That’s amazing!
Thank you for the vid. Definitely helps with choosing the right printer!
Yes! I love those as well!
My HP 6869 automatically tell them when I have printed so many pages and sends what I need. I have never gone over my 3,000 pages per month and never notice the monthly fee. It’s one less thing I have to worry about.
I'm just in the process of starting up my arts and craft and I have ordered my cricket air 2
Same I’ve started a clothing line with my cricut and my printer isn’t compatible so I need a new one but am currently stuck because is which one is best
Thank you for this comparison! So sad that the HP can't handle cardstock for print then cut. HP's are mostly front loaders and that means the paper has to curve back around on itself and thick paper doesn't want to to that! The only thing I think is missing in this video is more info on the thickness cut off point. Can it handle 100 lb cardstock but not 110 lb? Or 80 lb vs 100 lb? Guess I will have to do my own testing with my old Officejet 4630. 🙂
I just want to know if I can use Cricut sticker printing paper on a regular printer. If the normal one doesn’t work would the vinyl ?
The thing you have to understand is that EVERY paper type will print differently, you have to take into account what file type you're printing from, ALL your printer settings (not just quality), and paper type. Ink will saturate thinner paper more than thicker cardstock, therefore producing more "saturated" prints... It's not the printer that's "not printing high quality", it's simply a difference in paper.
Magnificent comparison of features. Presentation A+.
I’m new to the cricket world and exploring possibilities. I look forward to watching more of your videos for instruction and inspiration.
Great job. TFS
Glad it was helpful!
I have to say this has been the BEST printer comparison video I have seen on TH-cam and trust me I have watched a lot trying to find a good printer. I have the HP 5070 but will definitely upgrade to the 7155!! I love the HP instant ink program! Thank you! New subbie for sure!
Wow, thank you!
These were the 2 I was looking at, but saw so many conflicting reviews. Thank you so much!!!
Glad I could help!
Angie i just got the Canon printer last week and I don't see any tutorials in regard of what we can do with it. The installation i founded easy to do. I hope you will do a tutorial on projects done with it, thanks for all you do.
Any print then cut tutorial I do can be done on this machine. I used it for this large project for example: th-cam.com/video/UIsQOZlvta4/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the comparison. I had ordered the canon back in July, but it has been on back order, and I ended up canceling it. I may now look for another printer. I certainly don't need the 12x12 feature.
Hope you enjoy it!
I just bought HP Envy 6455 e I can't wait to start crafting with printable. I'm starting to make cake toppers. If I can figure out this craft out..💕
I scored an envy photo 7855 today at work! They were gonna through them out! I hope it works well!
I hope so too!
Thank You Angie for vetting out the printer information and what YOU like using. As tools are always subjected to owners preference.
I totally agree!
Subbed. Impressive review. I purchased a Cricut machine for my gf last xmas. She never plugged it in. So I am looking to use it myself. T shirts and car decals. Thanks.
Thanks for the sub!
Great comparison. I just found an older HP envy for $30, used once, on FB. I'm trusting it is every bit as good as the newer models. Thanks!
It should be! For $30, it is worth a try!
So informative! It answers all questions I had. Love this review. Will be watching more videos. I loved that you got straight to the point.
I have an HP office jet but it will not print any of the print then cut sheets. It keeps saying that it is jammed. So I wanted to get a printer that could handle thicker materials.
Same here it’s such a bummer. It prints beautifully but it rolls out the paper too slowly and cuts off part of it, if it doesn’t get jammed first.
Great video! Thank you!! I’m still debating on which printer I need to buy. I want high quality printing with thick cardstock while spending little money on ink
What printer did you end up getting?
Thank you for this comparison video! I have the Pixma and I love it, but I've only ever had Canon and never tried HP so it's great to know that it is an option.
Glad it was helpful!
Which Canon Pixma do you have?
Canon has a photo paper that works better for their products. For the canon have you tried changing the color saturation for when it doesn’t have best quality?
I tried a ton of settings and gave up.
This isn’t an apples to apples comparison. I’m sorry but this video wasn’t helpful. Just because you had problems with the Canon doesn’t mean it won’t perform to Best Printing. If you had called Tech Support. I’ll trust Consumer Reports
Angie, as of today I can’t print on my printer using print and cut. I’m met with a message “One quick thing… it looks like you still need to set up your machine. You will need to do this before you can make your project. Don’t worry it’s easy”. I could cry right now. I’ve been working on the design space for years.
Make sure you have the correct machine type picked in design space. Reboot everything. Then contact Cricut if it still is an issue.
@@AngieHolden no I don’t have a cricut machine! That’s what I mean. I’ve been using the software without owning a cricut. Now they’re making us own a cricut to use the software. So I purchased one. It should be here next week so I can start using design space again soon.
Interesting! I had not heard about this!
I have/had been in the market for a new printer for a while. My HP4650, 3 years old and $50 new, has been giving me some grief and its text printing is looking kind of bad. For a while it was undependable, but I was able to fix it. Anyway, it was time. A three color cartridge wasn't making it for me anymore. I wanted better. Bigger was also better. I finally was able to nab a Canon Crafters printer on Amazon in November. I have been pretty happy with it. I was disappointed when I discovered the Automatic Document Feed (ADF) didn't duplex scan. That was a little sad. But, I have a doc scanner that does do that, so, I'm good. The automatic duplex printing is a game changer!
Angie, when I print on the Canon, my default is always Best Quality. But, I change the media setting the Canon, semi matte photo paper for sticker and get great results; never washed-out looking or "less than."
It took a lot of tweaking to get it right. I still am experimenting with it. The printer is one huge puppy, for sure. Everyday, I like it a little bit better.
Thank you for posting the video, Angie. It made me feel better about my decision.
It would print good one time then it would print washed out on the same settings? It was weird but I was hugely disappointed.
Just ordered the hp envy 7155! Wasted almost an entire pack of Cricut sticker paper 😭😭 trying to get my cheaper printer to work. Now I’m returning to try this one!! Thank you for the in depth review!
I use an HP top load and it will print thicker papers. I use HP instant ink also and love it
Mine doesn't have a top load...or if it does I don't know about it! HA!
Christina which model HP as a Top Load?
I meant to say has a top load and sorry about spelling your name wrong too
Mine is a simple HP Deskjet 3632. I’ve been able to copy things as heavy as 110lb. Sometimes it doesn’t want to but I just give it a nudge and it runs it right through. I think it works better because the paper doesn’t have to roll up to be fed through it just glides down.
OH yes those do have top load. I do like the print on the Envy serious a bit better as far as colors and clarity. I have tried MANY HP printers. :)
Angie this is a great comparison. Thank you so much. I was thinking about getting the Cannon but now I know I’m sticking with my HP Envy. I have always loved it and it does a great job. Again thanks for this great video!!!
I bought it so you don't have to!
@@AngieHolden Yes and I’m going to check out the Instant Ink program too. As you said I’m one of those people that has to run to the store for ink!
Yea I can't be trusted to buy ink at the store! HA!
Is it me or it seems like Hp doesn't make a model called "Hp envy photo" anymore? On their website, I could only find normal "Hp Envy" printers. Maybe it's called Hp Envy Inspire now?
Maybe? This one has been a while! Any Envy would probably be a great printer!
Thank you for showing the comparison. Helped me decide.
Glad I could help!
Thank you so much for such a thorough & helpful review! My HP OfficeJet 8600 has finally given up after a decade supporting my Etsy shop. I haven’t even taken my Cricut Maker out of the box yet, but good to know what will work with my new HP Envy 6255 that’s now on its way. :)
Glad I could help!
I love ppl like you. Great video ma'am
Thank you so much!
Thank you so much for this video! I have an HP OfficeJet, and can't print thicker paper with it either. I know you do a lot of stickers, so I will try printable vinyl before buying an HP Envy.
Yay! I was hoping you’d say HP. I’m new to owning a Cricut and I have the HP. Thank you very much.
Hope you like it!
What kind of cricut do you have? I'm a beginner as well and I need a good suggestion
@@piscesbaby8558 the HP Envy Photo
Someone gave me an HP PSC 1350 printer is this good to print with my
@@patriciadavis7645 I am not sure what printer is great. I haven’t used my HP printer with my Cricut, yet. Actually, I haven’t used my Cricut in sometime. Sorry
This video is amazing! Now I have the go 7155 and when I put card stock to print stickers it prints either the bottom part of them, not all the stickers. I’m using the Cricut brand Matte finish card stock…
It is probably too thick for the printer. Try a thinner cardstock.
@@AngieHolden thank you
This was super informative and such a great review. I have made up my mind and will buy the HP 6255 printer. Thank you so much ANGIE!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
I have hp envy newest model and the quality is not good I’m having to buy a different one... quality is just not there especially on blacks looks dull...
Thank you for the info.
You can't beat HPs Instant Ink program because its based on use and you select what plan you need
That is what I think too!
Oh my goodness!!!!! I have been looking for a video like this! Bless you and thank you.
You are so welcome!
I just got a cricut and tried printing on my envy 5660 I bought 5 years ago and broke the rollers with the thick sticker paper. Whoops! Looking for a replacement. I might need to get the cannon or one with a rear paper feed.
Oh wow! I haven't broken it yet and I have tried to push some pretty thick things through!
Timing is great on this. My HP printer was working fine up until last week when a Windows 10 update was introduced and my printer stopped working.
Oh no!
Try going to the HP website and see it there is newer driver for your printer. Sometimes all you need to do is uninstall and then reinstall your printer.
@@sallytaylor2857 Thank you. I will definitely give this a try. Much appreciated.
Did you try using one of the thinner paper on the cannon? Maybe it will make a difference on the color?
Thanks so much for the thorough review of these two. I have a Canon Pixma Pro 100 which is a great premium printer, but overkill for stickers and regular documents. My concern always is compatability with Mac OS . Looking for a economical second printer for stickers.
I don't have a Mac so I have not tested these for compatibility.
Thank you for doing this video. So helpful!
One more question: Because it is inkjet, do I have to print a minimum amount every day or so in order for the "jets" not to plug up?? I had an HP printer 15 yrs ago and if I did not use it every day or two, the ink would dry up and I would have to buy another cartridge $$$$
Nope. I don't use mine for weeks and it is fine!
I so want an HP inkjet that will take heavier papers?! Im thinking a rear feed? Also love HP instant ink
I would do a rear feed!
I like that the Canon allows you to print 12x12. However I like the HP InstantInk plan. I pay $2.99 a month for 50 sheets of paper. I have the older Kodak Craft printer and I use that to print sticker paper and heavier card stock because it was built for that but I don't like their cartridges, they dry out to quick. I hope HP comes out with a craft printer because I like the quality and the ink cartridge plan.
That would definitely be the best of both worlds!
if you absolutely don't have to print borderless, you can save a lot of ink that way if you are purchasing the cartridges. If you have the subscription service, borderless print away! But your maintenance box will need to be changed more often (not covered by sub service, and $$ to replace). it is where your excess ink is sent away. .
The HP instant ink also takes your old cartridges. Is that what you are talking about? I have never changed a maintenance box on these so I am not sure if that is even on these printers.
A maintenance kit is a set of replacement parts for a printer. Each printer has a preset maintenance interval, which occurs after a certain amount of pages are printed. The maintenance interval lets the user know that it's time to install the maintenance kit so that the parts within the printer do not get overused.
Interesting. Well, I have had several HP printers for YEARS and print a bunch and have never changed anything except ink cartridges.
Thanks for this. I have the canon craft printer and the maximum print size is 11x13 not 12z12.
Hmmmm....mine will print a 12x12? It may print a 11x13 as well though.
Wow what an excellent job of reviewing these.
Thanks!
I have the hp photo envy 7858 and I have nothing but issues!! I use the instant ink, so my ink is good. I print best quality and make sure my settings are correct. I’ve cleaned the print heads both with the printer setting and manually, I’ve aligned more times than I can count. I get lines no matter what and splotchy images when printing on waterslide paper. I’m at my wits end and looking for a new printer, even though this one is less than a year old. Your images look so perfect, I just don’t get it!!!
I don't either! I had several different versions of the envy with zero issues.
I love my HP, I’d like printing 12X12 but it’s not mandatory, the HP prints much higher quality looking photos I’m my opinion. Thanks for the comparison.
I totally agree!
Hi, I have a hp envy 4527, last night I tried to print on transparency paper the ink on the paper wasn't very vibrant and its still wet after more than 12hrs. My question is can u print on transparency paper with this printer. Thank you
You have to buy special transparency paper that is for printing.
I’m very inexperienced with all these cricut printing crafts. And I just wanted to know if I can print on heat transfer paper with the HP?
Yes you can.
Great, detailed info! Thanks for the measurements of the machines. It is important.
You bet!
psi if youre going with inkjet auto delivery the printer has to be a specific model, AND you must connect it so buying a used one would be a huge NO_NO
Finally I was able to find a review between these two printers.. I was really convinced on getting the Canon TS9521C for my scrapbooking but I think getting the settings for the color is the problem specially for the 12x12 paper. I really like the vibrant colors on the hp so I think I'm getting the hp. Thanks for the review
Any time!
Do you know if could turn the ink to tank option and why is the pixma b/o everywhere
What laser print do you recommend? For foiling on heavy cardstock
I don't really have a laser printer comparison.
I got my house for $40 and I love it 😍😍
This is excellent info; I am new to the Cricut explorer air 2 world and just purchased the HP Envy photo that you mentioned and had not taken it out the box because I was wondering if this was for printing on vinyls or heat transfer papers. Don’t know what I’m doing but you have gained a new subscriber
You can print using it on printable heat transfer vinyl or heat transfer paper. It will NOT do sublimation printing. Hopefully that clears it up!
Im wondering if maybe the quality of the 12x12 is affecting the print 🤔🤔🤔 thanks for the review!
I did the exact same thing on both.
Witch one do you recommend just for making stickers ?
Either one will work.
I use an HP and love it thanks for comparing them hugs
You are so welcome!
What about using these for heat transfer paper to the heat press on a shirt?also if I bought the epson 2720 inkjet and used up its ink ,could I then use it as a sublimation printer after that and refill with sub ink
Yes you can use these with heat transfer paper as I have here: th-cam.com/video/kpdsUuEDMvU/w-d-xo.html. You can convert any Epson EcoTank printer to a sublimation printer. I don't know about other Epson printer types.
Can I use a hp envy printer 5055 to use iron on printable
Yes you can!
@@AngieHolden thank you
When I do a print and cut and change to best quality it goes to spooling and just sit there and spins, I have ts9120 Cannon. Works fine whendoing regular quality, I was using June Taylor iron on for dark tees. Any idea.
Hmmm...That is weird! I did have one time when the Canon wouldn't print and I restarted it then it worked fine.
@@AngieHolden was just curious thanks
I used an hp inkjet printer for my cricut printable vinyl, and the register line started to smear. Do you know why that is?
Probably your paper setting. You might try a matte paper setting.
Thank you so much for sharing this info on the printers. I had no idea.
You bet!
I had my HP Envy 4500 for a long, long time and bought the Canon TS8120 but found I like the HP better.
See! That is totally me!!
Thank you so much for the comparison. I have a Canon Pixma 6020 tank printer, the ink last for about 2 years and I print about 100 pages per week. The problem with it is that the color for copies isn't accurate and it drives me nuts. I'm thinking of getting a printer just for my cricut stuff. Can you tell me, in your video, the prints of the paper you made, was that printing from your scanner or your computer? It would be nice to be able to make copies straight from the printer and have the colors accurate. Thanks
I never use my scanner so I have no thoughts there! Sorry!
Will the HP 6255 work on water slide paper? I have two printers now and I can’t get either to print on the water slide paper.
This HP worked fine for waterslide - at least the brand I used.
@@AngieHolden thank you. I appreciate your help. I would also like to let you know I enjoy your videos. You give great tips. Thx 😊
I have an HP inkjet pro 9010 printer (only 1 year old) and I am having the DARNDEST time printing onto Cricut printable vinyl. It's NOT the sticker paper, it's definitely the vinyl. It keeps jamming my printer and I've ruined all but one page in the package. Will the Envy behave differently? Thank you SO much for any advice you might be able to offer. I am beyond frustrated at the moment. Three hours trying to figure out how to fix this. 😭
My guess is you have Cricut sticker paper which is super thick and you can't get it to print on many printers.
What is best for making stickers on Cricut maker an inkjet or can I use my laser jet?
You can use either! Just watch that the sticker paper you buy is rated for use on a laser jet.
@@AngieHolden this is comforting I was worried I’d have to go to kinkos or something like that. Thank you
Hi I have a hp office jet 5740 do you know if I can print stickers on this machine ? And do you know if I need special type of ink ?
You can print stickers and do not need anything special!
I’m trying to print on the printable bingo but the ink keeps bleeding? What settings should I have it on so that the ink sticks an not bleeds?
Can you tell me what brand you have? I have never had an issue with ink bleeding. What does the package look like or say?
My hp photo envy prints lines in my art for print then cuts when I put on card stock or vinyl 😭 I’ve tried cleaning my cartridge and aligning them but you can still see the lines throughout the image 😭
Have you turned on best quality? You can also try a matte paper setting.
Can you print pictures on this one. What kind of printer do you use for sublimation
Yes you can print pictures. Here is my video for a sublimation printer: th-cam.com/video/-f4oH2x-Nu0/w-d-xo.html&lc=UgwU5rHIBRtf2zFHrxl4AaABAg
The Australian equivalent of the Canon model you have there is out of stock and we can’t get them for love nor money. I’ve been searching for one for weeeeeeks.
I was lucky to snag one here actually. They are definitely HOT HOT HOT!
How about buying ink from where ever you want from the source you like?
You definitely can.
Do both printers handle the Cricut sticker paper?
I have found very few printers will handle their sticker paper. It has to be one with a rear feed.
Is it possible that the difference in color of the stickers is because the hp was using the printable vinyl and the cannon was printing on Sticker paper? Just wondering. I have a 1 year old Pixma and prior to this I had an HP Envy. I like both. My pixma though won't feed the sticker paper through so I have 3 or 4 packages I can't use. However I like the printable vinyl a lot so I will just use that for my planner stickers.
On the stickers that could have been it. For just printing on paper, I am not sure why the color was off with the Pixma.
I loved your video so I purchased the HP Envy 7155 and I love it. But now the printer isn't recognized with my cricut. When I go to calibrate for print then cut, there isn't a printer on the screen to choose.. Can someone help me?
Hmmm...That is an issue with setup. Are you on the same wifi as your printer?
@@AngieHolden yes. I can print then cut with the printer, but I can’t calibrate it. So strange.
@@kathleenblaes-garcia3024 I had the same problem so I called Cricut and the lady helped me clean out my cache and I was able to see my printer on the calibration page. You need to find the “cricut design space” folder in your user folder and drag it to the trash and then empty the trash. The folder may be hidden though so if you use a Mac just hit cmd+shift+[.]
@@boredinlasvegas thank you so much for helping me! I will try this. And I do have a Mac so thanks again!!!
You've nearly convinced me to go back to HP. I've been using a pixima for years and I love it. But if there is an HP that will handle thick sticker paper, I'd love to know.
I haven't found one yet and I have had several. I am sure there is one out there!
My cricut printable vinyl jams in my hp 7155. Do you know if this a regular thing?
@@msh8692 I retuned my 2 day old HP yesterday because it jammed for hours. Now i have Cannon. 24 hours of hell, returning and buying. Im happy with my cannon. Im a photographer anyways. BUT i also want to make stickers and merchandise.
@@msh8692 Im printing stickers with the cannon right now. Im so happy. Shocked i almost gave my money to StickerMule.
@@msh8692 Im doing printable vinyl tomorrow. Im making masks. Stay in touch and ill let you know!
Any suggestions for a color laser for printing stickers / outdoor vinyl primarily…i have a Brother laser and having the worst luck trying to calibrate the colors to print correct.
I am not familiar with laser printers! Sorry!
Would your HP printer be able to print on white cardstock ? I want to buy a printer that can print cardstock. I only saw you printed on the canon with cardstock
I printed on the HP with cardstock as well. But it has to be 8 1/2 inches wide. The Canon will do 12x12.
Can I use any heat transfer vinyl or is it a special kind thanks
With a printer, you would use a printable HTV.
@@AngieHolden thank you very much
Question for any of you, I was looking at printers that work with cricut and it said
Epson WorkForce Wireless Printer w/ADF (WF-2850) is that true? I looked it up and it’s not too expensive
Try this for inexpensive options: th-cam.com/video/a0u6aP4wYP0/w-d-xo.html
Awesome thorough review! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
interested in the pixma one but everyplace is sold out. Why?
They are THAT popular. Every time they get some in stock they almost immediately sell out.
Can you print printable htv vinyl on the hp printer?
Yes you can.
With the HP printer can you transfer photos to other materials such as wood?
I have transferred images to wood with it! I like using tattoo paper. I have tried a variety of methods. You can see me use this method here: th-cam.com/video/BhlCF6lKr24/w-d-xo.html