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Cricut Design Space Mobile App: Comprehensive Review and Analysis

by Cricut, Inc.

Cricut Design Space enables iOS users to design and execute cutting/drawing projects with Cricut machines. The app offers cloud synchronization, extensive design libraries, and material optimization features for craft enthusiasts and small business owners.

Detailed Review

Cricut Design Space serves as the primary mobile interface for Cricut cutting machine owners, positioning itself as an essential companion app for the popular DIY crafting ecosystem. The application enables users to design, customize, and execute projects through wireless connectivity with Cricut Explore and Maker series machines, functioning as both a design studio and machine controller. The core functionality centers around project creation through either blank canvases or thousands of pre-designed templates from the Cricut Image Library. Notable features include SnapMat technology for material optimization, cloud-based project synchronization across devices, and access to premium fonts and designs through Cricut Access subscription. The app supports designing with multiple material types and provides precise cutting/drawing parameter adjustments for specialized materials. User experience varies significantly based on device compatibility and connection stability. The interface employs a canvas-based design environment with layer management tools similar to basic vector editing software. Real-world usage patterns show most users employ the app for last-minute design adjustments and quick projects rather than complex design work, with many reporting optimal performance when used as a secondary device rather than primary design tool. User feedback reveals persistent connectivity issues despite the app's high rating. Multiple reviews from July 2025 (jholtzman, Beth0r) document machine recognition problems requiring reinstallation, while June 2025 feedback (Jawacrafter) indicates update-related functionality breakdowns. These technical issues contrast with positive feedback regarding the cloud sync functionality and design library accessibility when the app functions properly. The application demonstrates strong value for Cricut ecosystem users through mobile convenience and feature parity with desktop versions, but suffers from reliability concerns that impact core functionality. Ideal usage involves supplemental mobile access rather than primary machine control, with best results achieved through stable Bluetooth connections and updated device firmware. The subscription model provides value for frequent users despite accessibility concerns during technical issues.

Key Features

  • Cloud synchronization enables seamless project transfer across devices, allowing users to start designs on desktop and finish on mobile
  • SnapMat technology optimizes material usage by visualizing placement on physical materials, reducing waste for expensive substrates
  • Extensive design library offers thousands of licensed images and fonts, accessible through subscription or individual purchase
  • Machine connectivity controls allow wireless operation of compatible Cricut cutting machines with parameter adjustments
  • Template system provides ready-to-make projects with customizable elements for quick crafting sessions
  • Layer management tools enable complex design arrangements with grouping, hiding, and reordering capabilities

Why Users Love It

Extensive design library
Cloud synchronization

Perfect for: Cricut machine owners seeking mobile design capabilities

Screenshots

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Ranking History

Track Cricut Design Space's performance in Graphics & Design over the last 30 days

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Current Rank

#29

+1 from last week

Best Rank

#28

All-time high

Average Rank

#35

30-day average

User Reviews

Kristinmckensie
Sep 29, 2025

If your app suddenly stopped working sometime in September 2025 you are not alone. All I had to do was delete the app and reinstall it. Then sign in and voilà If your app stopped working (sept 25) If your app suddenly stopped working sometime in September 2025 you are not alone. All I had to do was delete the app and reinstall it. Then sign in and voilà

worrst app ever
Sep 25, 2025

I really like the app it’s so fun. The machine is great and it’s so awesome to make all these things. But stop updating it It’s driving me crazy I appreciate you just trying to keep it fresh and working well But as soon as I learn my way around it, you update it and change it and then I have to run my way around it again And you’re taking away a lot of good things replacing them with things that I don’t like so much Please stop updating it or fix it Great app stop updating. I really like the app it’s so fun. The machine is great and it’s so awesome to make all these things.But stop updating it It’s driving me crazy I appreciate you just trying to keep it fresh and working wellBut as soon as I learn my way around it, you update it and change it and then I have to run my way around it again And you’re taking away a lot of good things replacing them with things that I don’t like so much Please stop updating it or fix it

jholtzman
Jul 21, 2025

I have 2 machines and my laptop is at work. All. Need is a number cut. Errors, won’t connect. No wonder no one uses their cricut anymore. Doesn’t work I have 2 machines and my laptop is at work. All. Need is a number cut. Errors, won’t connect. No wonder no one uses their cricut anymore.

LadyVbryce
Sep 28, 2025

Please add the ability to select multiple objects on the canvas without having to go to the layers menu to do so. I have tried every option on the keyboard such as the shift, control, option, and cmd and nothing works for me. Also, when using the ‘combine’ feature, can you make it so that you don’t have to click the apply/done button and that it happens automatically when hitting the action button that you choose? It doesn’t seem intuitive to have to click on apply button and I have to redo so many things because I forget to hit this button..it should just automatically just do it. Also, please add the ability to change the canvas color. Thanks! Needs some minor changes Please add the ability to select multiple objects on the canvas without having to go to the layers menu to do so. I have tried every option on the keyboard such as the shift, control, option, and cmd and nothing works for me. Also, when using the ‘combine’ feature, can you make it so that you don’t have to click the apply/done button and that it happens automatically when hitting the action button that you choose? It doesn’t seem intuitive to have to click on apply button and I have to redo so many things because I forget to hit this button..it should just automatically just do it. Also, please add the ability to change the canvas color. Thanks!

Kawh
Sep 28, 2025

It was broken then I reinstalled an it worked You might need to reinstall the app It was broken then I reinstalled an it worked

App Details

Developer

Cricut, Inc.

Platform

ios

Rating

4.7

Last Updated

10/7/2025