Cricut AutoPress 2 12x12 & EasyPress Mini 6x3: Price, Specs

On Oct. 16, 2026, Cricut added two heat presses to its lineup: the AutoPress 2 12 x 12, a smaller automatic press with a fixed 110 lbs of pressure, and the EasyPress Mini 6 x 3, a handheld press with a plate twice the length of the original Mini. As of Nov. 14, 2026, Cricut's US store lists the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 at $249.00 and the EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 at $69.00. Cricut's launch post for the 12 x 12 names DTF transfers as a compatible material. Its launch post for the Mini 6 x 3 lists HTV, sublimation and Infusible Ink, and does not mention DTF. This article covers what Cricut has published for both, how they compare with the presses already in the line, and which one makes sense for a small shirt shop.

Cricut AutoPress 2 12 x 12 at a glance

Cricut's store also lists 12 x 12 bundles. On Nov. 14, the Everything Bundle showed $329.99 (marked down from $349.99), and the Everything Bundle with a Cricut Access subscription showed $289.99 (marked down from $314.99). Both are sale prices, so check the listing before buying.

What the 12 x 12 changes

The 12 x 12 is not a new design. Cricut describes it as the same automatic pressing experience as the 15 x 15, with two things removed: plate area and pressure control.

• Fixed pressure. The 12 x 12 always applies 110 lbs. The 15 x 15 can be set anywhere from 45 to 220 lbs. Cricut pitches the fixed setting as simpler, because there is nothing to adjust between projects.
• Smaller plate. A 12 x 12 inch plate covers designs up to 12 inches across. That handles left-chest prints, pocket prints, youth shirts, totes and most standard adult front prints. Oversized fronts of 13 to 15 inches need the 15 x 15 or a 16 x 20 press. The shirt placement guide lists common print widths by placement.
• Lower price. At $249, the 12 x 12 is $50 below the 15 x 15's Nov. 14 sale price on cricut.com and $100 below its $349 MSRP.

Everything else carries over: Auto Mode with Cricut's Zero Effort operation, four presets, Bluetooth settings from the Heat Guide in Design Space, and heat up to 410°F.

Can the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 press DTF transfers?

Cricut says yes. Its launch post lists "compatible DTF transfer projects" among the uses and says the press gives the even heat and consistent pressure DTF application needs, with a reminder to follow the time, temperature and pressure settings for each transfer.

Two practical points for a shop:

1. Check your transfer's pressure call-out. DTF suppliers publish their own pressing instructions. Because the 12 x 12 cannot be turned up past 110 lbs, a transfer whose maker calls for heavy pressure is a better fit for the adjustable 15 x 15 or a clamshell press with a pressure knob.
2. Use the supplier's numbers, not a generic preset. The DTF temperature and time chart lists typical settings by fabric, and the DTF heat press tips cover peel temperature and the second press.

Cricut EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 at a glance

Cricut describes the 6 x 3 as a handheld press with an ergonomic, iron-style handle and a precision tip for working around pockets, seams and zippers. The plate is twice as long as the original 3 x 2 Mini's. Cricut suggests it for backpacks, totes, small to medium T-shirts and details near hardware. For larger designs or batches, its own launch post points buyers to the EasyPress SE or the AutoPress 2.

Is the EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 good for DTF?

Cricut does not say it is. The launch post covers HTV, sublimation and Infusible Ink only, and the store lists no DTF use for it. Most DTF transfers call for even pressure across the whole design at a set temperature and time. A 6 x 3 inch handheld plate pressed by hand cannot guarantee that on anything larger than the plate. The one place a mini press helps a DTF shop is a small hard-to-reach spot, such as a hat side panel or a sleeve, when the transfer maker's instructions allow a hand tool. The guide to applying DTF transfers with an iron covers what changes when the heat source is handheld.

Which Cricut press fits a shirt shop?

A hobby seller doing a few HTV shirts a week can work with a handheld press. A shop pressing DTF transfers every day usually outgrows a crafter press, because platen size, pressure range and duty cycle start to matter. The heat press buying guide explains sizes and press types, and the best heat press for T-shirts guide compares the AutoPress 2 with clamshell and dual-station presses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Cricut AutoPress 2 12 x 12 cost?

Cricut's US store listed the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 at $249.00 on Nov. 14, 2026, in Powder Blue or Lavender. The Everything Bundle showed $329.99 on sale, and the bundle with a Cricut Access subscription showed $289.99. Cricut's Oct. 16 launch post did not include a price.

What is the difference between the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 and 15 x 15?

The 12 x 12 has a 12 x 12 inch plate and a fixed 110 lbs of pressure. The 15 x 15 has a 15 x 15 inch plate and pressure adjustable from 45 to 220 lbs. Both reach 410°F, run in Auto Mode, have four presets and connect to Design Space over Bluetooth.

Can you use the Cricut EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 for DTF transfers?

Cricut's launch post lists HTV, sublimation and Infusible Ink for the EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 and does not mention DTF. A handheld 6 x 3 inch plate cannot press a full-size DTF design evenly, so a shop should use a full-size press for DTF and keep the Mini for small HTV details.

When did Cricut release the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 and EasyPress Mini 6 x 3?

Cricut announced both on its blog on Oct. 16, 2026. Both were listed for sale on cricut.com as of Nov. 14, 2026, and Cricut says the EasyPress Mini 6 x 3 is also sold at major retailers that carry Cricut products.

Is the AutoPress 2 12 x 12 big enough for adult shirts?

A 12 x 12 inch plate covers a design up to 12 inches wide, which handles left-chest, pocket and most standard adult front prints. Oversized 13 to 15 inch fronts and full backs on large sizes need a bigger platen, such as the AutoPress 2 15 x 15 or a 16 x 20 press.

Where this fits in the DTF Database

These two presses round out Cricut's 2026 lineup, which started with the EasyPress SE in February and the AutoPress 2 15 x 15 in July. Shops coming from a cutting machine can start with the Cricut for T-shirts beginner guide, and shops deciding between a handheld tool and a real press can read iron vs heat press. For ready-to-press transfers to use with any of these presses, the DTF supplier directory lists verified US suppliers.