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John Z.

John Z. Aug. 6, 2024, 1:07 p.m.

Which is the best machine to make stickers for small businesses?

Hey community, I'm looking for advice on the best machine to make stickers for my small business. I have a store on Shopify, I sell comics and merch. I'd love to hear insights about sticker maker machines you've used, especially considering factors like: print quality and color vibrancy, cutting precision, ease of use and learning curve, durability and maintenance needs.

Software compatibility is also very important and ability to work with various materials (vinyl, paper, etc.) If you have any tips on additional supplies or accessories I should consider, that would be super helpful. Thanks in advance for your insights!

Biko 007

Biko 007 Aug. 8, 2024, 5:28 p.m.

For eco-conscious businesses, look for a sticker making machine that's compatible with eco-friendly materials. The Cricut Maker 3 works well with recyclable vinyl, which is great for sustainable sticker production.

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totally

totally Aug. 7, 2024, 10:17 a.m.

How about the cost of materials? I’m trying to figure out if it’s cheaper to buy pre-cut sticker sheets or just cut my own using a sticker maker machine.

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sconto

sconto Aug. 7, 2024, 1:38 p.m.

I prefer to buy ready-made options to save time!

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mus

mus Aug. 8, 2024, 2:08 p.m.

When choosing sticker making machine, consider factors such as print quality, cutting accuracy, and ease of use. For me, the leaders in this area are Cricut and Silhouette America, so from personal experience I advise you to consider their lineup. For me, these are the best manufacturers, whose equipment I have been using for many years.

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Biko 007

Biko 007 Aug. 8, 2024, 5:28 p.m.

For eco-conscious businesses, look for a sticker making machine that's compatible with eco-friendly materials. The Cricut Maker 3 works well with recyclable vinyl, which is great for sustainable sticker production.

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Panda1.0

Panda1.0 Aug. 8, 2024, 8:19 p.m.

If we talk about eco-friendly stickers, then this is definitely an electronic version!!!

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kenen

kenen Aug. 9, 2024, 3:39 a.m.

Cricut and Silhouette are popular, but if you want real print quality, cutting accuracy, and ease of use, you should be looking at Brother. Their ScanNCut series blows the competition out of the water. I’ve used Cricut and Silhouette in the past, and honestly, they don’t even come close to what Brother offers. Their machines are more reliable, the software is way more intuitive, and the built-in scanner is a game-changer for precision work. I’ve been using Brother for years, and I wouldn’t trust my business with anything else.

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jktu23

jktu23 Aug. 9, 2024, 3:19 p.m.

Does anyone have experience with thermal sticker printers? I’m curious if they’re a good alternative to the more common cutting machines for a small business setup.

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RobertRD

RobertRD Aug. 9, 2024, 7:27 p.m.

I've actually been using a thermal sticker printer for my small business, and I have to say, it’s been a game-changer for certain tasks. That said, thermal printers aren’t as versatile as cutting machines when it comes to creating custom designs or intricate shapes. They’re great for straightforward, high-volume tasks but if you’re planning to create detailed or colorful custom stickers, you’ll still need a good cutting machine or a more traditional sticker maker.

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Ledimarch

Ledimarch Aug. 10, 2024, 11:40 a.m.

I’ve been using the Silhouette Cameo 4 for my Etsy shop, and it’s been amazing. It’s one of the best sticker making machines, especially for cutting intricate designs. Plus, the software is pretty user-friendly once you get the hang of it.

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Shab

Shab Aug. 11, 2024, 8:21 a.m.

why bother with a sticker making machine when you can just buy a pack of stickers at the dollar store? way cheaper! :DD

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Keq_1

Keq_1 Aug. 13, 2024, 11:28 a.m.

I’ve heard great things about the Roland BN-20A as a professional sticker making machine, but it’s on the pricier side.

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SWS111

SWS111 Aug. 14, 2024, 1:21 p.m.

Mister, have you seen the price tag for this equipment? This solution is clearly not for small businesses.

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bl5

bl5 Aug. 15, 2024, 9:22 a.m.

What about sticker making software? I’ve seen some people struggle with Cricut’s Design Space. Is there a better alternative that works with these machines?

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MONSTERFLASH

MONSTERFLASH Aug. 15, 2024, 1:29 p.m.

Everything works great there if you have straight arms that grow from the right place)

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Lusi8888

Lusi8888 Aug. 16, 2024, 4:52 a.m.

This thread is really helpful. I’m still deciding between the Cricut and Silhouette, so I’m glad to see both mentioned here.

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test

test Jan. 27, 2025, 8:11 p.m.

cricut was cool until it ate my 3rd vinyl roll this week. back to scissors ig 💀

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995

995 Feb. 10, 2025, 9:32 p.m.

silhouette software still lookin like windows 95 but at least it works 🤷‍♂️

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6120classic

6120classic March 4, 2025, noon

Yall really dropping 300+ on machines when local print shops exist? work smarter not harder

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