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Soon, the "May the Force Be with You" phrase will sound in millions of rooms worldwide! There is still time to prepare and create the most impressive crafts with your favorite franchise characters and a Cricut smart cutting machine, and just in time, the company released its Star Wars Mystery Box 2025 (digital this time).

Recent Maker 4 release sets one crucial question, "Is it worth upgrading now or searching for Maker 3 on sale?" Hobbyists who love to explore new smart cutting machines as soon as they are launched and who don't mind spending the full price on a new device will love the newest Cricut update. Those with doubts should read our comparison of Maker 3 vs 4 to find their best solution.

The unexpected Cricut Maker 4 release date, February 28, 2025, makes hobbyists wonder which smart cutting machine is the best for their crafts room. Let's look at Cricut Maker vs Cricut Maker 4, compare their specs, dimensions, price, and colors, and learn the main difference between Cricut machines you own or wish to buy.

Unlike exclusive Cricut Mystery Boxes that are limited to Access Members only, the newest Disney Princess Digital Mystery Box by Cricut is available to all customers who would like to craft something new and adorable on their latest Cricut Maker 4, one of the Explore family machines, or a smaller Cricut Joy Xtra. What's inside this surprise box?

Find your perfect project in Design Space or load one of your own, connect your new Cricut Maker 4, and watch the magic happen! The latest smart cutting machine from Cricut brings a color upgrade and faster speeds, becoming an excellent entry-level companion for new crafters. The question is, do current owners of Maker and Maker 3 really need this update or not?