Cricut
Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in)
$119
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Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) vs Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in)
A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) is cheaper at $119. Every spec and price links to its source.
Hotronix
Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in)
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Full spec sheet
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| Spec | Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) | Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in) |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $119 | — |
| Brand | Cricut | Hotronix |
| Released | — | — |
| Platen size (in) | 12 x 10 | 16 x 20 |
| Max temp f | 400 | 430 |
| Pressure type | fixed -- no adjustable pressure dial (handheld iron-style press, user applies pressure by hand) | live digital pressure readout, adjustable via rear thumbwheel; Quick Change lower platens available for smaller items |
| Timer range s | — | — |
| Wattage | — | 1800 |
| Auto open | No | No |
| Multi angle | No | No |
| Weight (lb) | — | 137 |
Sources — Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in): cricut.com (verified 2026-08-01). Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in): stahls.com (verified 2026-08-01).
What's the difference between the Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) and Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in)?
Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (3 of 8). Matching specs are omitted.
- Platen size (in): Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) 12 x 10 vs Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in) 16 x 20
- Max temp f: Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) 400 vs Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in) 430
- Pressure type: Cricut EasyPress SE (12 in x 10 in) fixed -- no adjustable pressure dial (handheld iron-style press, user applies pressure by hand) vs Hotronix Fusion IQ (16 in x 20 in) live digital pressure readout, adjustable via rear thumbwheel; Quick Change lower platens available for smaller items