Honest Review of the HTVRont AutoPress Heat Press Machine!

[@mystscot9814]

As a professional sublimator in the print industry for 20 years, the press performs fantastically to what I've seen so far. Also, the level of detail that Karley goes into in the video is nothing short of amazing, all those small tips like cutting/ripping the sublimation paper at the bottom etc. Well put together video giving all the necessary details if people are new to sublimation. Also, to this day 20 years later, I still get an air of excitement when a design/graphic goes onto a T-shirt, I never get bored of doing sublimation :)

[@KarleyHall]

You made my day!!! Thank you for taking the time to watch my video and to write this awesome comment!!!

[@mystscot9814]

@@KarleyHall You're most welcome, I appreciate the time and effort that you have spent recording and editing the video. Also, love the fact your video narration wasn't scripted, you'd make a great industrial trainer in the print industry. I've used for most of my 20 years using manual heat presses to large-scale industrial 5 meters by 4 meters in size doing many contract jobs for our clients, I started by using a small heat press in my home to now doing it as a career that I love so much. I'm actually tempted to buy the heat press in the video since I still use a manual heat press at home. My home niche these days is sublimating onto aluminum sheets for wall-hanging photos to A2 size. I'll make the time to watch your other videos very soon, every day is a learning day they say. Best wishes and thank you.

[@teresacrawford5651]

I've had mine since the end of September (I was a Kickstarter backer). I love it! I have several presses and this one has features found on much more expensive models. I've been very impressed! Great video!

[@darlenepino1056]

I'm having surgery on my right hand soon, and this will make it possible for me to continue to craft. I really appreciate this video. It answered all my questions.

[@JulieEbersole]

Thanks for a detailed review, Karley! It’s an impressive machine at a good price point-and it’s actually aesthetically pleasing, which is a bonus, too! 🙂👍🏼

[@DQstar1]

Thank you for your honest review. I was watching another channel, they were comparing this with the Cricut Auto, and all they did was trash both products, why they even did the review to begin with is beyond me! Clearly they hated them both and had very little good to say about either. 🙄 Thank you for your positive remarks!

[@ScentedSkin]

Thank you for this video. Definitely helped me make a decision on whether to move forward with this heat press. Placed my order half way through the video! You did a great job of highlighting the pros and cons.

[@kcastillo0319]

Very helpful review. One of the pluses on this machine is the pull-out plate. Thanks for taking the time to share the information.

[@carolyntaylor6020]

Great review Karley! I've been considering getting a heat press for a while now and I'm so glad I waited. The main reason I'd like to have a heat press is because I have a very small craft area (my dining table) and I hate getting my easy press out, try to find a place to work (usually on my cooktop), then putting it away every time. Thanks for the dimensions also, very helpful!

[@piavazellejerome4538]

I'm now going to buy it because of your review. No one that I know of has done a review and since I am a seamstress - I may open up my product and restitch. Thanks for a grand review.

[@KarleyHall]

Thank you so much! And thank you in advance for shopping through my affiliate links! That directly supports this channel!

[@librarymarna]

Best information on this heat press I have watched. Thank you! Is there a general rule of thumb of when you use a teflon sheet and when there is no need. Just got my HTVRont Press yesterday.

[@sarahseid5674]

thank you so much for this informative video. I have watched a couple of videos regarding the HTV and found yours the most helpful. I do own a starcraft heat press which I love but I did go and preorder the HTV. I like how it stops functioning once the press is complete because, ahem, I am guilty of walking away from my press…lol..oops. The price right now is $279 and the timing is right regarding purchase. Thanks again for answering questions I didn’t even know I had until I watched your video.

[@essvee1689]

Thanks for your review! Very good explanation of things and showing how it works. I’m looking to get a heat press and on the fence whether to spring for a more expensive one but I may just go with this one based on your review. Thanks again!

[@SannaButler]

Thanks from Australia. Great review and I have ordered one to replace my Vevor 5 in 1 which has been recalled for safety reasons.

[@darlahpotechin1668]

The issue is the timing for me as some of us do things that require longer heat times. I do a fair bit of slate. It requires much more than 90 seconds which I am told this is the max it does. I bought one but have not received it. I have a pneumatic 16x20. This was to be my backup. It will only be a backup for htv or sublimation fabric. I wish they had said what the limitations on timing is. I like that the platen is somewhat consistent in temps. I wish I could get my money back. I would opt for a more expensive heatpress for my needs. No where does it tackle the issue with blanks that require more time. I do appreciate the review.

[@marklola12]

If you backed on Kickstarter you can get a refund still I cancelled mine

[@darlahpotechin1668]

@@marklola12 I ask and I am told to just be patient. I am in Canada.

[@Jana-TheCraftyGambler]

Can’t you just do multiple presses at the same time?

[@darlahpotechin1668]

@@Jana-TheCraftyGambler yes but unless it stays perfectly still, you may introduce ghosting

[@pamtilsonrodgers2825]

Love this video….You explain the features so well, in an uncluttered space, & lots of good info. Tfs

[@KarleyHall]

Thank you so much! I always worry my space isn’t visually appealing- but I learn better with less clutter!

[@almatho1]

Just bought it today. I can’t wait to work on my T-shirt’s business.

[@drussll47]

Hi @almathol How is this press doing for your business? Have you had any problems? I've been looking for a while I like this but money is tight. Thank you for any help. Dee

[@trustnoone4328]

Great review on this unit . Thank you for your help .

[@vickyzhu1157]

Thanks for the review. Love it. I also like the hoodie and sweatshirt you showed, the quality looks good. May I know which brand are they? Thank you very much.

[@elrey-xc8rl]

Thanks for your review on this. Thinking about purchasing a heat transfer, but wondering if this press can handle mouse pads and ceramic tiles? In addition, are there any accessories to transfer onto mugs?

[@bethelight213]

Hi Karley, have you had any luck layering StarCraft with the autopress? I have not had any luck as all the layers except the top one always end up wrinkled :( Also, would you say the pressure of the autopress is medium or firm?

[@veraguest3962]

I just bought the HTVRONT haven't used it yet.

[@Paperinparadise]

Can you do a comparison to the cricut auto press maybe just your opinions on the two would be great

[@KarleyHall]

I’d love to do a comparison- however- I don’t know anything about the cricut auto press other than the price point!

[@ArayahIru]

I appreciate seeing this detailed video. I watched it before purchasing on Amazon. Received mine November 30th 2022. Packaging seemed fine, machine seemed new. The machine malfunctions and does not work. Machine does not close when the start button is clicked, and slide tray is secured in place. I truly hope their customer service team responds and I can either get an exchange or just a refund for my purchase.

[@brittanye5579]

Did they respond quickly?

[@marklola12]

Have you tried that 3d puff vinyl? I use that alot and wonder if it would puff up still since you can not change pressure

[@almaanderson6381]

Thank you for this video!! I just got my heat press and your video is very helpful!!

[@jacquilainesantos6503]

I just got my machine! Thanks for this review Karley! So helpful. 🥰

[@starbrown3367]

Great video with a lot of useful information. I would love to have this at some point. Right now I have the Cricut Easy presses, so it’s hard to justify this expense.

[@KarleyHall]

I love my Cricut Easy Presses! They are so versatile. This press is definitely a "nice to have," but absolutely not a must when you have the Easy Presses already!

[@CassandraLytch-Colter]

I have the Easy press and Mini easy press. I do Love the mini but I broke my wrist and trying to get the right amount of pressure with the Easy press is kind of hard and the mini is great but for big jobs it takes some time to do. To get he right pressure just add a pressing pillow/mat or towel to help with the adjustment., as it does auto adjust.

[@treeziepooh83]

I have one that was also gifted. But it would not close once it heated up. My R icon was red. I don’t have the instructions on how to fix that

[@bev2hawky]

Thank you Karley Hall great tutorial ,I received mine in Australia about 4 weeks ago and love it but was wondering how to change the f to c thanks

[@KarleyHall]

Hold down the thermometer button and it should switch :)

[@sharonnoble5363]

I would like to know how you clean the plate if it would need to be cleaned

[@Bethzaely]

Thank you for your review!! I pre-ordered mine and can't wait for October to come. I do wish the press had more room between the 2 plates, but I think for the price, compared to the Cricut version, is a good compromise. Thank you for sharing!

[@wendyb9134]

I paid for mine (pre-order) September 8. They said shipping in October. End of October, no heat press. I contacted them, no response. I filed a case with Pay Pal. Within a day they emailed me if I would drop my complaint they would ship. I responded I would be foolish to drop case before receiving the heat press. Received email today it should arrive today. So we'll see.

[@bonniebccanada5113]

Who did you actually receive the email from. My machine was damaged probably in shipping and it cracks (sound) when heating up. I cannot get a response from them. Contact email address says non existence and when I call goes to answering machine and they do not respond.

[@pommymommy22]

I use a lot of Cricut and Siser HTV and vinyl. Are the heat and time settings the same as the Cricut easy press? Thanks.

[@amywhite1249]

Hi Karley!You review is totally different with others! Bravo!

[@KarleyHall]

Thanks! I joke that I chose this career because I love reviewing products! 😅😅😅

[@RosealynGreenall]

Question about something you mentioned, if you don't mind? 😊 You said the butcher paper was a Cricut habit. Wouldn't the sublimation go through the material on this machine too? Thank you!

[@KarleyHall]

I’ve never had anything go through on any machine. But cricut teaches you to put paper inside just in case :)

[@lollygrace7160]

Very impressed by your video!Thanks for doing this for us!

[@RUBYWYATT-HYDE]

do you know if the price will decrease? and what sublimation printer do you recommend

[@sylviaraic1831]

Loved your video. I was just wondering if this is available in Canada. I was trying to purchase from your link and it says it doesn't ship to my address. I was just in the market for buying my first heat press.

[@EleanorKapiolaniKahuli-Apo]

They have it on Amazon right now.

[@debrawest3562]

Love your review. I love my machine and agree with all that you said. Thanks.

[@Tessiefaye]

Thanks for this great review. I saw some place that said this needs a designated plug outlet. Not to use in on a strip with several other outlets on it. Do you know if that's true?

[@KarleyHall]

Technically it would work but I would not recommend it! I plug mine directly in to my outlet and unplug it after I’m done using it.

[@carrie-anncawthan5946]

This machine looks great. I’ve been looking at these for a while as I can’t get on with mine anymore due to bad hands. This looks a lot easier for my pain. One question I do have if that’s ok. Are you able to use slate etc I. The press for sublimation? What’s the thickest item that the machine can press. Thank you.

[@CassandraLytch-Colter]

It is said to have a clearance of up to 1 inch. However, you can remove the mat and that may give a bit more space. I have been watching all the reviews and I did buy one. As with everything there are pros and cons but for the price I will make it work.Waiting to setup while on my Christmas break....so excited!

[@leamagpoc6891]

Bought mine at Amazon, want to use it in Singapore and bought a 110v converter 2000 watts. But it turns off after about 2-3 minutes of turning it on. :(

[@johnbubu8310]

Thank you for this video. Can the preassure be adjusted? Thanks

[@KarleyHall]

Unfortunately it cannot be adjusted. That’s my biggest hang up currently. But the pressure is great for projects needing firm pressure!

[@sarahseid5674]

Oh, could you link where you purchased the “homebody” svg? Thank you

[@KarleyHall]

I actually just made it by typing the word out and added an outline to increase the boldness

[@taniamartinez9720]

@@KarleyHall Can you tell me the font?

[@KarleyHall]

@@taniamartinez9720 www.etsy.com/listing/1397486611/homebody-svg-cricut-silhouette-cut-file I just listed the SVG I created :)

[@KarleyHall]

www.etsy.com/listing/1397486611/homebody-svg-cricut-silhouette-cut-file

[@cristalcollazo7958]

Una pregunta porque pone el suéter alrevez o sea del lado contrario a como se supone se ponga el suéter o es de esa manera que se pone

[@AndrewDiaz]

I just ordered one so lets see how it works out.

[@angief551]

Hi. Do yours make a popping noise while heating up. Not constantly. while heating mines up it pops a couple of time everytime i heat it up?

[@bonniebccanada5113]

Yes mine does and someone else said HTVRONT is aware of this but no comments on whether this is dangerous or likely to fail.

[@omiemusic]

Super great review! i've purchased mine now :)

[@kristinelininger7889]

Is there a reason why you didn’t use the Teflon sheet when the design had the carrier sheet on it? I use Teflon even when the carrier sheet is still in place. Is that incorrect? I’m new to this.

[@KarleyHall]

You can use a Teflon sheet with the carrier- but it’s not always necessary. It depends on the HTV and material you’re pressing on.

[@Sharyn-lv5kg]

I am wondering as the book says it does Fareinheit or Celsius. But I cannot find out how to change it to Celsius. Do you know by any chance??? also great video but it misses this step.

[@KarleyHall]

I’m surprised I didn’t cover this! I usually mention it! Hold down the thermometer icon :)

[@CMedia87]

on real downside to me is the space. I t would have been a bit better if the heating plate was raised a bit higher or the platform came out a bit further

[@escapedgoat5865]

Does it fit a hoodie with the hood bunching at the back or maybe those thicker blanks like a sublimation slate? Or is this just good for shirts?

[@KarleyHall]

11:15 shows a sweatshirt with a hood 🥰

[@KarleyHall]

It can fit thickets blanks! It’ll automatically detect it and stop. Anything that fits in the gap can be pressed!

[@kabambajoel6637]

Thanks for the video. Can you please give me the link where I can buy the mat you put on top of your lower platen?

[@KarleyHall]

The mat on the lower platen actually came with the HTVRont Auto Press!

[@Lifestyleducky]

Can I print color same tole bag ?

[@humblenepali]

Is it okay to use teflon sheet instead of butcher paper when sublimating?

[@KarleyHall]

It’s not recommended. Butcher paper or paper in general is recommended to pull out moisture. Teflon repels moisture.

[@Strict30]

question is how is the pressure?

[@dianekalnitz]

can you do rhinestone heat transfers

[@angelahalberstadt7976]

Can someone tell me the best heat press for ceramics and slate??

[@KatMSmith]

Not sure yet

[@LittleGMan1123]

What font did you use for the "homebody"?

[@KarleyHall]

The image is linked in the video description!

[@YNAUDI]

Can they make hats and tumblers

[@KarleyHall]

Not with this heat press

[@carmencoomber1504]

Can I ask were are you from and does this heat press have Australia safety standards

[@KarleyHall]

I’m in the United States so I’m not sure about that!

[@ctmvleeuwen]

Is the temperature only in Fahrenheit of is it also possible in Celsius? I’m from the Netherlands so I’m not familiar with Fahrenheit 😬 T.I.A. Carmen 😁

[@KarleyHall]

You can hold down the thermometer icon and toggle between both!

[@ctmvleeuwen]

Thank you for your answer 😁

[@ctmvleeuwen]

And thank you for the review 👍🏻 it was very helpfull

[@marklola12]

Unfortunately I found out timer can only go to max 99 seconds so this really is not suitable for anything ceramic as most need 360 seconds and glass about 180 seconds, means I can not do alot of stuff on this machine

[@brzhntr]

How high does the timer go

[@hannadesiraebrown1868]

What type of mat did you use? All I am finding is 11.5x11.5

[@KarleyHall]

The mat comes with the auto press! Unless you’re referring to the EasyPress mat?

[@paolamartinez3106]

Where did you get the easy press mat?

[@brendawootenporter]

great video!! I LOVE mine too!!

[@CindyReven]

Does the power light always blink even when your not using it?

[@KarleyHall]

Yes. I keep mine unplugged.

[@CindyReven]

@@KarleyHall ok thank you

[@NailsbyAmbie]

Does the heat press make noise like a fan being on?

[@KarleyHall]

As much noise as you can hear when I power it on in this video! It’s pretty quiet!

[@NERO-ez1mn]

is there a way to make the press hover? will it work on the DTF?

[@KarleyHall]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmPRfKmQbp2qh5I Yep!

[@MamasitaDePuertoRico]

Turn off the auto press

[@Iamascreen]

Do you still like/use this machine?

[@KarleyHall]

Yep! Love it! Don’t use anything else!

[@MrEdsster]

Mine arrived today. So I'll confirm or deny what you say. But it'll be a couple days. He he

[@danamott8904]

What is the lowest temperature you can set it to?

[@MrEdsster]

@Dana Mott my wife was in the hospital and passed away Thanksgiving. I never got to open the box. I sent it back.

[@kayleighmarston571]

OH no!! How devastating. I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace. Hope you are okay. 💕

[@MrEdsster]

@@kayleighmarston571 thank you. Life sucks sometimes. Have to keep going

[@amygiles5692]

Can you change pressure

[@KarleyHall]

No, you can’t.

[@debbiesage8026]

Does your heatpress make a pop sound as it’s warming up? Mine does and when I contacted the company they said that’s normal. But I haven’t heard anybody else talking about the pop sound

[@kristiancampbell6086]

Mine does not

[@brandiromero2212]

Mine does and I’m wondering the same thing.

[@marthaalvarez214]

Mine makes a popping sound when it is warming up

[@marklola12]

To get rid of press lines just put it back under with new butcher paper

[@kimberlyb1180]

It is impossible to give a 100% honest review when the company is basically paying you by giving you the machine. Believe me, in their eyes, it is not a gift. I just can't understand why KZbin creators can't understand that. Just saying.

[@KarleyHall]

I completely disagree. A free product won’t change my opinion- if I don’t like it or don’t recommend it- you’ll know. Even at the expense of not working with the company again :)

[@KarleyHall]

To add onto that- I don’t directly work with one of the main companies I promote. I will still promote them because I like their product.

[@dramafree4120]

To many problems. Heat press doesn't lift high enough.

[@KarleyHall]

It’s got pretty great clearance. And the pressing mat is removable. I haven’t run into anything that is too thick.