--- product_id: 1257909 title: "Cricut Expression 2 Electric Cutting Machine Without Starter Tool Kit Bundle" brand: "cricut" price: "AED 1136" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1257909-cricut-expression-2-electric-cutting-machine-without-starter-tool-kit store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # Compatible with all Cricut cartridges 12” x 24” precision cutting Full-color LCD touchscreen Cricut Expression 2 Electric Cutting Machine Without Starter Tool Kit Bundle **Brand:** cricut **Price:** AED 1136 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✂️ Cut Above the Rest: Elevate your creativity with precision and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cricut Expression 2 Electric Cutting Machine Without Starter Tool Kit Bundle by cricut - **How much does it cost?** AED 1136 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1257909-cricut-expression-2-electric-cutting-machine-without-starter-tool-kit) ## Best For - cricut enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cricut brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Cartridge Ready:** Pre-loaded cartridge content plus compatibility with every Cricut cartridge, including Imagine. - • **Craft Like a Pro:** Perfect for scrapbooking, DIY décor, and professional-grade custom designs. - • **Touchscreen Tech:** Intuitive full-color LCD touchscreen with stylus—ditch the keypad overlay! - • **Speed Meets Style:** Faster cutting performance to keep your creative flow uninterrupted. - • **Cut with Confidence:** Generous 12” x 24” cutting area for large, intricate projects. ## Overview The Cricut Expression 2 is a versatile electric cutting machine featuring a large 12” x 24” cutting area, a vibrant full-color LCD touchscreen with stylus control, and compatibility with all Cricut cartridges. Designed for both hobbyists and pros, it streamlines crafting with faster cutting speeds and pre-loaded cartridge content, making it a must-have for personalized projects and professional-quality designs. ## Description Product Description Cricut has taken everything you love about Cricut Expression and made it even better. All-new machine design, bigger, full-color LCD touch screen, material setting, and a cutting-area light are just the start. Cricut Expression 2 will do everything Cricut Expression can, plus lots of exciting new features. .com Features You'll Love New For The Cricut Expression 2 Machine!LCD touch screen allows you to create projects without being connected to a computer. The screen lets you see where images are placed on the mat prior to cutting and provides a detailed view of each image.You can also design on your computer—just connect to the free online Cricut Craft Room design software and start creating with the Cricut images you own. Use the LCD touch screen to choose from predetermined pressure and speed settings for most common materials or customize the settings for your special materials so you get the perfect cut every time.Enjoy additional easy-to-use features with the Cricut Expression 2 machine such as independent image sizing, image rotation, and vertical/horizontal image flipping.Comes with two pre-loaded cartridges so you have immediate access to 3 fonts, 40 phrases, and 110 layered images, all at a price that is easy on your budget.And Just Like The Cricut Expression Machine:Virtually limitless design possibilities are yours with the images and fonts available in the Cricut image library.You can also purchase additional sets of affordable digital images in different themes with the Cricut Craft Room design software.Cuts a wide range of materials—including cardstock, vinyl, vellum, fabric, chipboard, and even thin foils—in sizes ranging from ¾" to 23 ½" (12" x 24" cutting mat sold separately).Additional features include Auto Fill and Quantity which allow you to cut multiples of the same image so you can quickly create a batch of invitations, place settings, party favors, or other projects. You also can maximize the size of your image without trial and error by using the Fit to Page feature. 200+ Pre-loaded Images! Comes with two pre-loaded cartridges so you have immediate access to 3 fonts, 40 phrases, and 110 layered images, all at a price that is easy on your budget. Cricut Essentials CartridgeDress up any of your projects with this multipurpose cartridge. With it, you will have access to images that will inspire your new creation and give each project your personal touch. Here is a sampling of the included images:Cricut Alphabet CartridgeYour words never looked so good. Whatever the message may be, this font cartridge, with its set of letters, numbers, and images, is sure to help your writing jump right off the page. Here is a sampling of the included images: Design. Cut. Create.The Cricut Expression 2 Electronic Cutting Machine enables you to create things you never thought you could. Whether you'd like to make cards with a personal touch, beautify your home with crafted décor, celebrate holidays with custom banners and signs, or add polish to your scrapbook with meaningful elements, the Cricut Expression 2 machine can help you create it all. The design possibilities are virtually endless with the vast Cricut image library. The image library contains sets of digital images at affordable prices for use in the Cricut Craft Room design software. You can also purchase physical Cricut cartridges that work directly with your machine. Cricut cartridges contain hundreds of professionally drawn and thoughtfully designed images, and some cartridges include fonts as well. There are over 300 Cricut cartridges available. They cover a wide range of themes such as weddings, new baby, animals, holidays, sports, and more. Simply insert a Cricut cartridge into the Cricut Expression 2 machine, choose the images you like, select the size, and press CUT. Thousands upon thousands of designs are possible! The LCD touch screen allows you to create projects without being connected to a computer. The screen lets you see where images are placed on the mat prior to cutting and provides a detailed view of each image. If you prefer to design on a computer, the Cricut Expression 2 machine allows you to do so with the free online Cricut Craft Room design software. With the Cricut Craft Room design software you can design with and cut all of the Cricut images you own. Just select an image and drag and drop it on the virtual cutting mat. Then size, slant, rotate, weld, or flip images to create the perfect project. When you're finished, connect your Cricut Expression 2 machine to your computer with a USB cable (included) so you can cut what you've designed. You can also use the Cricut Craft Room design software to explore the entire Cricut image library (including exclusive digital images) and purchase digital images for immediate use. The Cricut Expression 2 machine can cut a wide variety of materials at a whole host of sizes. You can cut images and fonts on cardstock, vinyl, vellum, fabric, chipboard, and even thin foil at sizes as small as ¼" and as large as 23 ½". Some images are very intricate and will cut best at larger sizes, while simple images can be cut at smaller sizes. With a vast library of professionally designed images and the ability to cut a wide variety of materials and sizes, the Cricut Expression 2 machine enables you to create things you never thought you could. Join the Cricut product family, and we will provide you with inspiration to get you started and keep on creating everything from holiday cards and seasonal décor to gift ideas and home décor. ## Features - 12” x 24” cutting capability - Compatible with all cricut cartridges – including cricut imagine cartridges. (cricut imagine cartridges will just cut images, not print images or patterns.) - Larger, faster, full-color lcd touch-screen display with stylus. no keypad overlay required! - Cartridge content pre-loaded on the machine. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Color | Gris | | Material | Papel | | Modo de operación | Manual | | Papel Impresión | Papel (Liso) | | Número de identificación de comercio global | 00093573044649 | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 388 ratings var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when('A', 'ready').execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( 'acrLink-click-metrics', 'click', { "allowLinkDefault": true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count("acrLinkClickCount", (ue.count("acrLinkClickCount") || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when('A', 'cf').execute(function(A) { A.declarative('acrStarsLink-click-metrics', 'click', { "allowLinkDefault" : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count("acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount", (ue.count("acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount") || 0) + 1); } }); }); 4.2 out of 5 stars | | Best Sellers Rank | #548,046 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #886 in Scrapbooking Die-Cut Machines | | UPC | 100061571713 093573044649 151903556122 951062859344 163120659760 | | ASIN | B0018N7VDC | | Marca | Cricut | | Fabricante | Provo Craft & Novelty | | Peso del producto | 10 Libras | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cricut - **Material:** Paper - **Color:** Grey - **Active Surface Area:** 288 square inches - **Operation Mode:** Automatic ## Images ![Cricut Expression 2 Electric Cutting Machine Without Starter Tool Kit Bundle - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71xa9qcNuPL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: cricut expression vs. cricut expression2** A: I have the cricut expression 1 (I guess---looks like the picture for the 1). I really like it and it is very versatile. Don't know anyone with a 2. I'm sure it is fine. My #1 cost $169 last March so the current price seems like a lot of money . . . food for thought. **Q: el Design Space no reconoce ya esta maquina como hacer para trabajar desde la PC?** A: No, tendrías que utilizarla con el software Sure Cuts A Lot **Q: can I only use fonts that are available from Cricut or can I download from my fonts on my computer?** A: You can use system fonts that are on your computer or Cricut fonts. **Q: can you use it with a gypsy machine** A: I don't see why not. I believe all their machines are compatible with the gypsy. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing machine. But do your research. Know what you're getting. *by D***N on July 18, 2013* My wife did all the research on this machine. She came to the conclusion that she did not like the locked down nature of the Cricut - buying cartridges, using their own locked down software, etc. So I purchased the Silhouette for her. After months of using and loving the Silhouette she decided she wanted the Disney Licensed materials that only Cricut has. So she now has 2 cutting machines. Both do the same things but so much drastically different. Do your own research and find out what machine you want and or need. There are many on here giving 1 star reviews because they did not simply do their research. How can you spend over $200 on a product and not know what you are getting.? The Cricut is the best cutting machine there is. Simple to use and set up. My wife had things cut within minutes of opening the box. Not the case with the Silhouette. She uses both machines regularly. Both have pros and cons. Just do your research first. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It Will Help You With Almost Any Project! *by S***S on November 1, 2013* After having only owned this Cricut machine for some months, I have used it to help with so many projects that I cannot even keep count. I would recommend purchasing this machine not only if you are already a crafty person looking for a new tool, but also if you are just beginning to have an interest in crafts, paper projects, or even looking to decorate bulletin boards or a classroom.Pros:- There is an online Cricut Craft Room that allows you to put together a collection of cuts much easier that using the tiny screen on the machine.- Once you get the hang of it, large numbers of cuts or cuts of different sizes are very easy.- There are larger mats (24x12) that allow for even more cuts per mat.- You can plug in cartridges directly into the machine and use them, allowing for Cricut groups or friends to swap/borrow cartridges. This will save a substantial amount of money!Cons:- Sometimes the cartridges can be expensive. Most chain craft store run sales from time to time for 20 to 30 percent off. You can also find cheap or used cartridges on Amazon or eBay.- Learning a new tool can be daunting; however, there are many websites with how-to information. There is also bound to be a Cricut user at your local craft store that may be knowledgeable. Pinterest has a wealth of articles and ideas.- Materials and accessories (mats, paper, vinyl sheets) may be expensive. Check for sales and specials. Share your remaining materials with your friends and maybe they will do the same. ### ⭐⭐ E1 vs E2 E1/E2 vs Silhouette Cameo *by O***H on October 29, 2013* E1 v E2 v Silhouette Cameo (CCR vs Silhouette Design Studio)I've had my E1 for almost 5 years. I wanted a new machine, my E1 is still functioning well but I wanted a new gadget. The E2 had mixed reviews, smooth cuts, glitchy, problematic and the best machine ever. I'll take my chances.DISCLAIMER: I haven't used my E1 with cartridges in quite some time. I used to load from my gypsy and then when CCR came out, this is all I've done - connected it to my computer and cut away.DISCLAIMER #2: I apologize in advance if this review is too long (skim to the bottom for summary)Initial findings: E2 feels a little heavier/sturdier. I like the little plastic casings that cover the cartridge sockets and the screen. The light is kinda snazzy on the cutter but I don't see that being important for me. The touchscreen is really nice (comes with a stylus that's housed in the door of the machine). I love love love the colored screen.The mat guiding brackets are genius. I'm digging the perfect alignment of feeding my mat into the machine. I used to be a few mm off on E1 - usually not a big deal b/c I gave myself some wiggle room in the layouts. This would have been a useful feature on the Silhouette - thing is a nightmare for mat alignment.CRICUTSYNC - make sure to connect your machine to a computer before using if you are going to connect with CCR - I only found this out after wasting over 20 minutes trying to work in CCR (which was on and logged into before I connected the E2) and kept getting the service error (which results to uninstall/reinstall of the software a zillion times) then I get frustrated and hit up the forums - where one useful writer gave the CricutSync hint. (The "Getting Started" instructions that came with the machine doesn't list this step.) This resulted in over 30 minutes getting the machine recognized with CS and then waiting for the date to upload onto the machine (this took 2 runs as CS died midway through the update and it had to reboot itself to keep at it until it was done). Once the update was done, CCR opened like a dream.How do I get the preinstalled cartridges (Cricut Alphabet and Cricut Essentials) into my CCR acct? One forum responder wrote "They automatically link up, you must first register your machine and after the Thursday update it should show up. If after two weeks have past- after you have registered your E-- then give PC a call... then they can add it in manually!!!" I about lost it on here. Ok, I'm not DYING to use those cartridges since I have some other cuts I can do (but know that if I HAD only those 2 cartridges, I'd send this machine back.TRIAL #1: Let me see if I can go into CCR and see "All Cartridges", not just the ones that I owned and see if it will cut off the preloaded ones...guess what happened? Machine not detected error. Ok - no biggie. I just turned off the machine, plugged it into a different USB port on my computer, turn it back on and see. This worked, and I picked the first object and cut. Great - got it to work, right?Trial run #2: I created a project with 6 - 2" strips. The machine would only cut one strip and stop. What about the other 5 strips you ask? WHAT ABOUT THEM?!?!!? I would hit cut again - nada. The machine apparently could not read the mat. Ok - I unload the mat and reload - still can't read the mat...ok, unload mat, restart machine, still nada, unload mat, restart machine, restart CCR, unplug and replug the machine - I can go on and on about my troubleshooting process - but after an hour+ I about tossed the machine across the room. I have since created each strip onto a separate layer in CCR - and sadly, I can't even cut each layer w/o restarting the machine and the software. It just idles on the "checking mat status screen". 6 strips - seriously, 6 strips, with scallop edges - nothing fancy. The machine can't do it.E1 v E2:I sadly miss the simplicity of my E1. It was user friendly right out of the box. I had a few kinks in working through the "real dial size" but with CCR, that's been no problem. And always, I would just plug in my computer and cut. E2 is just a nightmare to use, and tech support has regular office hours - well, I do my cricut work on none-office hours since I work regular office hours. Sigh.E1/E2 vs Silhouette:I bought the Cameo on a whim last x-mas. I had heard all the buzz about it, and wanted to try it out. Was it any better than my Cricut. At first, NO! You have to buy each cut off their website (if you bought the subscription it's actually not that bad, each design is $1 and if you max out your credit allotment, you get designs at a discounted price). There are some freebies too. I was a little intimidated by the unlimited options. Where do I go, what do I start making....?!?!?! Once I got the hang out of it and had a project lined up, it made it super easy to use and learn.Major differences of the two:Cricut mats are THE BEST! I use these mats in my silhouette - the firmness of the mats prevent it from slipping and sliding (which in the silhouette is THE. MOST. ANNOYING. THING. EVER.) Especially when you're down to 1 sheet of the paper you need to complete a project. Cricut mats are also less expensive than Silhouettes. Both mats are insanely sticky (too sticky) so I rub the mat on my shirt to get some lint - this makes it less sticky, and when it's NOT sticky at all, I'll use a baby wipe to clean it up a little, or use soap/water. When the mat is completely "dead" and I'm too lazy to spritz with some adhesive spray, I use it as a working mat to build my pieces on, and I don't care if I damage the mat. Paint on it, spray glue, hot glue gun, etc.Cricut blades win - the blades are way less expensive - and you get 2 for the price of 1 silhouette blades. Both blades last about the same amount of cuts.Tool kits for both machines blow. "Making Memorie's Kit" is the best! I actually use all of the tools and they're my go to kit for all crafting activities.Cricut's pens are more like markers where Silhouette pens are more like ball point pens. Silhouette has a casing which allows you to use ANY pen you like - which makes this more cost effective if you plan on doing sketch work. Both brands of pens are about the same price - sadly, the pens are not interchangeable between E1 or Silhouette.Silhouettes does NOT require cartridges - which saves a lot of space - which wins - I know Cricut offers digital purchases but I have cartridges prior to that and I can't get rid of them =( Side note: Cricut cartridges have been less expensive to purchase than their digital version. I also like that i can select which cuts I need, the monthly subscription plan is really useful with silhouette - but I would take the time to build a wish list (credits do carry over if unused).Lastly - the most important part for me - their software:CCR vs Silhouette Design StudioSDS wins - hands down - it is by far the EASIEST to use. You don't have to be computer savvy to get the program running - it also does NOT require internet, so design away while on a plane! It allows the user more control over each line/cut. This actually kicks your OCD in overdrive sometimes. If I hadn't already dumped all that money into my Cricut, I'd probably be Silhouette only. The only thing Silhouette is missing - the ability to do layers - in CCR you can create multiple layers for 1 design - which is great so I can sort out which color paper is for what layer, where as silhouette - it's 1 mat and you have to maneuver the designs and just fill in the colors the best you can. My work around is that I put several different "layers" onto the side (off the mat) and just try to piece it together this way. For now, that's the best option until the software gets a major overhaul or update.CCR is so insanely frustrating - at least in the last 2 weeks I've been having "service error" issues and can't log in. I also run on MAC but that shouldn't matter.Pros of Cricut - their cartridges are INSANELY cute. The designs are more flowy and caricature-style and there are more licensed images. This is great if you have kids or work at a school. Trust me, my son's school is insanely stoked of all the little things I've been making for their class.Pros of Silhouette - this machine just feels more "sophisticated" to me. Even when it's cutting, it sounds like a symphony of mini robots making things come to life. There are some whimsical images but they're just NOT as cute as Cricut. This has more intricate cuts as well.Summarize Long Winded Review:Get a Silhouette CameoIf you already have an E1 - keep it - DO NOT GET AN E2 - this is an OBVIOUS DOWNGRADE. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1257909-cricut-expression-2-electric-cutting-machine-without-starter-tool-kit](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1257909-cricut-expression-2-electric-cutting-machine-without-starter-tool-kit) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-05-10*