The Best Glue Gun for Crafts (Is it the Cricut glue gun?)

[@marlenenicholl6825]

I don’t use a glue gun much but I do have a cordless one - Before I attach a new glue stick I put a dab of hot glue on the end then push the two together - that way you don’t have to keep pushing the stick in

[@AngieHolden]

Love that tip!

[@Lilpeanit-rd7bs]

Awesome idea

[@joycetownsel9250]

@@AngieHolden joyce

[@bridget3027]

Have you tried the gorilla glue gun?

[@melissakeller3628]

Thank you for the tip.

[@dandmpug]

Thanks for another great product comparison video. Always enjoy them! Just a tip that I only recently learned on another video - add a small drop of hot glue to the end of the new stick before you insert it, and it bonds to the first one, so you don't have to push it again. When I saw the tip, I wondered why I hadn't thought of it myself - so simple and really works!

[@drmtbc]

Thanks for doing this, Angie. I really appreciate that you do a fair assessment of new Cricut products. Too many bloggers give a thumbs up to all Cricut stuff, and seem to totally disregard their high prices.

[@AngieHolden]

I always try to give my honest opinion!

[@xyroncorp]

Thanks for your honest opinion and showing our glue gun.

[@AngieHolden]

Thank you!

[@cyanadejesus8195]

I'm glad I got the Cricut glue gun for free with their promo. I can't see myself spending $40 on ot. I love my SureBonder Glue Gun.

[@J0SHUAKANE]

The Ryobi with the built-in drip tray & changable nozzles is my favorite. The bigger Ryobi glue gun is my 2nd favorite.

[@AngieHolden]

I had a Ryobi but it was a test model from several years ago and I didn't want to show it on the video!

[@tammy7759]

Where do you find this with the interchangeable tips?

[@libraeotequever3pointoh95]

​@@tammy7759 Home Depot

[@melannieworld]

I love watching you're videos and learn so much from them. Thanks 👍

[@AngieHolden]

Happy to help!

[@julieann5196]

Great comparison. I also like a bigger base for my glue guns, I don't like laying them down. Thanks for sharing.

[@matw1x]

The Cricut is so aesthetically pleasing. I hope they make a cordless version.

[@leslieenns5889]

I noticed this post within the last week or so and then yesterday while crafting my glue gun literally blew up, sparkles smoke and flames were involved. Soooo this video helped a lot as today I’m shopping for a new glue gun 😂🎉 Thanks Angie for the comparisons I think I know now what I want in a glue gun.

[@AngieHolden]

WHOA! Flames?? Yikes!!

[@elizabethferroni9766]

I had a little one blow up on me in my teens it was scary!!

[@leslieenns5889]

@@elizabethferroni9766 so scary but was over in a flash my episode anyway 😉

[@suezak2669]

Hi Angie, I have recently been trying to do foam projects for my great nieces for xmas and been frustrated because I couldn’t get them to stick. Now I know why, been using the hot and not the cooler glue gun. Hopefully when I get the correct sticks I can remedy this problem. Thanks for your video on glue guns and I intend to keep watching. From Australia ❤

[@janruby319]

Angie, I love all your great advice!! I am new to crafting and got the gorilla glue gun from Costco before I saw this video. I will make it work either way because I don’t know what I’m doing 🤣 Thanks for helping me get crafting!! You’re wonderful and a great teacher !

[@AngieHolden]

Gorilla makes a good glue gun!

[@gerilynne1955]

I still have my original glue pot and gun from the late 1980's! I just invested in a new one only because it does a much thinner line and the tip can be change. (This Southern Girl You Tube had one.) I don't use low heat at all. But I don't craft with children and glue guns. Thanks again for another great video.

[@AngieHolden]

I didn't even go into glue pots on here! I thought that might be a little much for most people!

[@atelier142.creations]

Thank you! Now I have a better idea of what to get 🌺

[@AngieHolden]

Happy to help!

[@atelier142.creations]

@@AngieHolden quick question: is it the Lynn Lilly limited edition?

[@khowler]

Didn't known Cricut put out a glue gun. First I have heard of it. 40 bucks is a little pricey for no stand or anything. Thanks for your review.

[@AngieHolden]

It literally just came out. Glad you liked the review!

[@melissakeller3628]

The glue guns I use are Aleene glue gun that I've had for a good 10yrs. And just recent is Westcott glue gun and pencil glue gun. Those are the ones I love. Thank you for the comparison of the glue guns.

[@AngieHolden]

I have used Westcott guns and they are okay. I am also NOT a pencil gun person AT ALL! HA!

[@kathiestapleton4151]

Love all your videos. They are always helpful and informative. This video is no exception. Thank you.

[@AngieHolden]

Glad you like them!

[@dmrcreations3311]

thanks so much for this video lol I was just trying to research glue guns...I do hair bows and need a skinny tip I have used the lynn lilly one in the past and was very pleased.

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@evelynpineda3336]

Love it!!! Thanks for the review and your honest feedback. I need that Lynn Lilly glue gun STAT.

[@AngieHolden]

It really is great!

[@zullo3529]

This is an excellent comparison. You always do such a good job. I have two surebonder guns and they both drip. I have another brand (can’t remember name) and it drips also. I would love for you to compare glue sticks. Surebonder, gorilla, Cricut DollarTree etc. Gorilla is supposed to be good for any craft such as wood, cardstock, fabric. The others offer different sticks for these things I think. Thanks Angie

[@AngieHolden]

Thanks! Glue sticks are so hard to compare!

[@marinavitale8803]

Thank you for this very informative video. I'm in the market for a new glue gun so this was perfectly timed.

[@AngieHolden]

Happy to help!

[@helenwalters3740]

Thank you for the comparison 😊

[@AngieHolden]

My pleasure 😊

[@alicedilts]

I really like my cordless Ryobi glue gun!

[@lynngalvan]

I THINK THE LYNN LILLY ONE WAS BETTER, IM GOING TO ORDER THAT.

[@loridelay6083]

Angie, did you try using the Cricut Glue sticks in any of the other guns to see if it dripped less and with less strings? Just curious.

[@AngieHolden]

I did not. Only because I just had three and really didn't want to purchase a package of them.

[@Lukas583]

I respect the honesty about Cricut- $40?! 🤯

[@Lukas583]

I don’t understand their logic behind designing and creating this

[@AngieHolden]

Not sure why they created it but it could have been better in my opinion!

[@elizabethferroni9766]

I have 6 different kinds my corded cool shot is my go to never really drips and you can actually touch the glue. Plus for the glue being a cool glue it holds very well.

[@AngieHolden]

I have one of those! I don't really like it! The glue is too cool for me!

[@elizabethferroni9766]

Why do you say that it doesn’t have to burn the heck out of you to adhere well?

[@starbrown1219]

What an informative video. I have a gorilla glue gun. It works well, but no stand. I don’t use it too often, so I’m fine with it for now.

[@smoothlight3567]

I have a hate, hate relationship with my mid price range glue gun. 🙃 The quality is beyond bad. Can you say cheap? Your video will help me decide on better choices. Thnx 🌸

[@yolandasotolopez]

we used to joke that you weren't a true crafter unless you had a glue gun burn somewhere on your body, hahaha.... great video Angie

[@AngieHolden]

So. Many. Glue. Gun. Burns. HA!

[@elizabethferroni9766]

I have the large expensive Ryobi cordless it leaks horrible I love the cordless aspect the battery lasts forever and gets nice and hot but the dripping is horrible.

[@vincemoser4636]

I love my Ryobi 18V cordless glue gun, it's very useful without a cord to chain me down

[@AngieHolden]

I do have a Ryobi and they work great! The one I have is a demo unit so I do not show it on camera!

[@gayleweyman2768]

Is some hot glue better than others? I’m wondering because I always just buy whatever’s available at Michaels.

[@AngieHolden]

Depends on the application. They make high strength glue and all sorts of other specialty applications that would be unique. For just standard crafts, I just reach for whatever is handy.

[@auzzygirl8175]

Maybe hot glue a small piece of wood (1/3) of a popsicle stick to the xyron (one with the small flip up stand) to make it more stable.

[@jensingerlady]

Very thorough thank you.

[@AngieHolden]

Very welcome!

[@LisaVornhagen]

Thank you for this video! It was really helpful. I've seen another comparison to the Cricut glue gun, but they didn't show as many as you did. I've been considering purchasing a new glue gun, specifically a cordless one. I hate the cord. It just gets in the way. The Surebonder Lynn Lily I think it's called seems to be the way to go for me. The stand is great! I love the little drip tray, which I never did see any drips on. Thanks for helping me to make up my mind!

[@AngieHolden]

It actually didn't drip the entire time and I had it on for a while in the background so I could just keep filming!

[@LisaVornhagen]

@@AngieHolden That's awesome! I hate drips.

[@RobesonCreative]

Love this! Very helpful!! Thanks!

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jillkalaniopio5863]

Great info!

[@AngieHolden]

Glad it was helpful!

[@patriciavincent1569]

When you need another glue stick put a bit of the hot glue on the tip before putting the stick in gun then it will stay in. Love your videos!

[@AngieHolden]

Great tip!

[@jrhodes3216]

The Cricut replacement sticks are twice as long as the ones that come with the gun (not sure why they don’t give the double-length ones with it… would make the experience better I think). I got mine on sale (somehow) on launch day for $23… but for $40 forget it…

[@elizabethferroni9766]

I paid nearly 200.00 for my Ryobi it is not a 200.00 gun what.

[@mkautry]

Angie, thanks for the great info! Could you please comment on hi-temp and/or lo-temp. What are yours? Do I need both?

[@AngieHolden]

I tend to use high temp most often. Low temp would be good for something that is foam as the high temp would melt the object. That is one example but I think you get the idea!

[@donproctor3445]

I'm not a crafter . . . . yet. binge-watching many channels for inspiration. I am, a carpenter and that's where I see some pros. I would simply make a stand for my glue gun. I'm surprised with all the crafting going on that I have yet to see ANY crafter suggest or show having made their own stand. Must not be a big deal I guess. *** Edit **** why not glue on a stick or something to make the trigger longer on short guns?

[@AngieHolden]

I actually have a blog post on making a hot glue stand out of wood! HA!

[@catty2chatty]

I have the AdTech Precision Pro and I find it drips so much. Other than that I like it.

[@AngieHolden]

I haven't really noticed and I used that one for YEARS!

[@brendalawrence6732]

I have to laugh as I didn't even know Cricut came out with a glue gun. My Lynn Lilly is my favorite for several reasons. I love the fine tip, the stand and the fact that it can be used cordless for a bit. I also have a totally cordless one from Amazon and love that one as well when I need to be complete electric free for a bit. Then I have an OLD Craftsman glue gun from the early 80's, don't use that one a lot as it is bigger but it's still a good glue gun. I'm not impressed with the Cricut glue gun at all and the price point really turns me off. I think it is the no stand that I don't like about it and the price point. I know you think it is cute, but I don't find it cute. lol Different strokes, different folks thing. Loved the comparison of all the glue guns, you did a nice job as always. Hugs, Brenda

[@AngieHolden]

Definitely! Do what works for you!

[@abysss56]

Any low heat recommends or comparisons

[@AngieHolden]

I am not a huge fan of low heat ones, however, some are adjustable between low and high and some of those are okay. Try Surebonder!

[@aimeeaspery3896]

The surebonder cordless does have a full size.

[@AngieHolden]

Oh good to know!

[@andreatthatsme]

I really want the - glue pen - but it's only available in Europe and Asia... ugh.

[@karenkas2490]

I have the Lily glue gun and it came with mini and long glue sticks. I mostly use the long glue sticks.

[@AngieHolden]

Yes the mini comes in short and long. The long I showed in the video was a larger diameter. So a full size glue stick.

[@karenkas2490]

@@AngieHolden thank you - that’s good to know when i have to purchase more. I didn’t realize it was diameter. Love your videos. You are very informative. Thank you.

[@alohalynn3648]

​ @AngieHolden - Hi Angie. When you mentioned that you also used a large diameter glue stick for the "Lynn Lily" hot glue gun, how many inches in diameter are you talking about?

[@auzzygirl8175]

Are the tips of any of the guns changeable? I have a cordless one myself and love that I'm able to change out the tips. It came with 2 tips and the smallest tip is still too big for my liking so i bought a smaller tip online. Might be something some people want to take into consideration.

[@AngieHolden]

I didn't add any interchangeable tip guns to this comparison. My favorite one that will do that is so old and worn and not even sold any longer! HA!

[@auzzygirl8175]

@@AngieHolden oh that's a shame. I got mine this year and it's an own brand called Ozito from Bunnings in Australia. They are our version of Home Depot and Masters. It's battery operated and stands up on its own. I put a tile underneath to catch any drips. Thank you for all your hard work in making the KZbin videos.

[@sandragosnell6334]

I keep having the problem with the silicone tip falling off. What do I do?

[@AngieHolden]

I have not had that issue so I am not sure.

[@honeybee1969tc]

Oh my goodness, I probably have 15-20 glue guns. I got big tips, little tips, hot glue, low temp, cordless. You name it. Have tried it! Hmm… another glue gun. I like surebonder myself. I love that the surebonder has cordless and stand. I like a stand for my glue guns. I love other things of cricut, but I don’t think that I would like the glue gun unless they make a few changes to it.

[@AngieHolden]

Yep. I have so many and several that I have given away over the years!

[@Deakar59]

Have you tried the sizzix one please Angie

[@AngieHolden]

I have not!

[@serenaerler9970]

Have you ever used the Ryobi compact glue gun with the stand?

[@AngieHolden]

I do have a Ryobi gun but I don't think it is that specific one.

[@tammy7759]

Excellent and very thorough!

[@GoFarFarAway.]

Can anyone suggest a plug in medium size glue gun that has a separate base to cradle the gun in between gluing????

[@AngieHolden]

Is the Lynn Lily one shown here not what you are looking for?

[@starlit-hw6523]

I like cordless

[@AngieHolden]

Me too!

[@catnippetsitting]

Awesome

[@Crafts-and-cocktails]

I have the Like 5. Two Ryobi ones, we r memory, a Wescott and the other I can’t find. They all leave strings and I always wondered if I was doing something wrong watching these videos where everyone is glueing beautifully and they take time to put the things together where my glue seems to dry as soon as I lay it down. Might have to get your book to see those tips. Thanks again

[@AngieHolden]

I always press down slightly at the end and twist the gun to break the string. I do have troubule with the glue cooling if I am using a low temp gun. But a good hot gun is usually okay for a while!

[@lisahughes3012]

i like your video😃

[@robinjohnston376]

$40 for a basic glue gun?? No. Circuit has some cool things….this one misses the mark for me.

[@Yaboringme]

I’m cheap so I love my cheap glue gun lol 😂. Friendly tip. Remember to unplug it. I’ve forgotten once or twice 😂😂😂😂😂

[@AngieHolden]

I REALLY dislike a cheap glue gun! HA!

[@Yaboringme]

@@AngieHolden I’m so cheap ! Cricut one looks really nice. I may have to upgrade to an auto shut off one. There’s a few times I was ecstatic my house didn’t burn down !

[@uklife4495]

can i use different brand sublimation ink in printer ?

[@AngieHolden]

I would need to know what printer you are talking about and does it have sublimation ink in it already?

[@uklife4495]

@@AngieHolden epson ecotank et-15000. I buy brand new for sublimation. And I want to try deferent brand sublimation ink .

[@campbelltamesha]

Imma stick to what I know and my glue gun with a stand works just fine for $10!!! $40 I wish I would

[@Bigmist8k]

Cricut’ s glue gun is really pricey!

[@willg9003]

Very informative as always. not sure if you have tried the cordless one by Ryobi. Been using it for over a year and love it. Very light and easy to manage. Bought it at Home Depot. If you have a Ryobi rechargeable battery, then you will only need to buy the gun. With Battery: Item: RYOBIONE+ 18V Cordless Full Size Glue Gun Kit with 1.5 Ah Battery, 18V Charger, and (3) 1/2 in. Glue Sticks

[@elizabethferroni9766]

I have the Ryobi full size mine drips really awfully.

[@AngieHolden]

I have one! Mine is one they sent me to test before they were released to the public so it doesn't have the logo on it so I don't show it on camera!

[@elizabethferroni9766]

@@AngieHolden Does it drip?

[@uklife4495]

can i use different brand sublimation ink in printer

[@paulna5526]

terrible you didn't evaluate the good ones

[@lucrum8]

almost 4 mins before showing glue gun, get to it pls lol, to save others, Surebonder or Xyron are her choices- thank you for the video

[@AngieHolden]

I have chapter markers on the video just for this purpose so people can skip if they would like to. Thanks for the nice comment.

[@joannereadman2735]

Waste of cash .. i know the secret to no strings ;) worked it out 14yrs ago and never seen anyone do it. :D

[@RachaelWithers-q3e]

Welll…. Tellll