A next-generation desktop craft workstation that unifies scanning, printing, and blade cutting to redefine home crafting through seamless, error-free execution. 

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- xTool, a global pioneer in digital fabrication and smart desktop manufacturing, today officially announced its expansion into the craft cutter market with the launch of the xTool C1 Color Cutter. Designed for DIY enthusiasts, experienced crafters, and small-business owners, the C1 brings scanning, full-color printing, and precision blade cutting together in one desktop machine, simplifying the process of creating everything from custom stickers and apparel to personalized gifts, labels, and more.

Unlike traditional craft cutting machines that often require a separate printer for full-color projects, the C1 integrates CMYK inkjet printing, a built-in scanner, and precision cutting into a single workflow. This allows users to move from design to finished projects with fewer steps, improved alignment, and less material waste.

Beginning October 20, 2026, customers can reserve the xTool C1 with a $10 deposit, unlocking exclusive pre-order incentives ahead of its November 5 launch.

Beyond Lasers and Printers: The Natural Evolution into Craft Cutting

The release of the xTool C1 marks a key milestone in xTool's strategy to provide a fully integrated hardware and software ecosystem for creators, DIY enthusiasts, and small-business owners worldwide. Having achieved global market leadership in desktop laser engravers and digital printers, xTool is applying its expertise in high-precision mechanics and automated software to revolutionize traditional blade cutting.

For many crafters, creating full-color projects involves multiple machines and steps, from printing designs on a separate inkjet printer to transferring materials onto a cutting mat and aligning registration marks before cutting. These additional steps can lead to wasted materials, alignment issues, and longer production times.

The xTool C1 addresses these challenges by combining printing and cutting in one machine, allowing users to produce detailed, colorful designs without switching between devices. Whether creating personalized gifts at home or fulfilling custom orders for a small business, the C1 makes it easier to bring creative ideas to life.

Engineered for High-Frequency Crafters and Micro-Businesses

The xTool C1 is tailored specifically to solve the operational pain points of two core maker segments: Advanced DIY Enthusiasts and Side-Hustle Business Owners.  

• Advanced DIY Enthusiasts: Dedicated crafters working on complex HTV, sticker, and papercraft projects frequently face material waste and alignment errors during manual layer transfers. The C1's single-pass print-and-cut technology allows users to print rich CMYK graphics directly onto base substrates and execute immediate cut lines without cutting separate vinyl layers or weeding complex multi-color designs. 
• Side-Hustle Business Owners: For early-stage entrepreneurs producing custom apparel, labels, packaging, and merchandise, production speed and repeatability are essential. The C1 functions as an automated micro-factory by consolidating multiple crafting techniques into a single versatile platform—boosting order throughput, reducing unit production costs, and delivering professional-grade results from day one.

Breakthrough Innovations Redefining the Cutting Experience

1. Print and Cut in One Single Workflow
The C1 streamlines project creation by unifying CMYK inkjet printing and dynamic blade cutting into a single automated workflow. By printing directly onto target substrates and executing immediate cuts, the system eliminates boundary registration marks, maximizing printable surface area and eradicating alignment errors for high-precision results with minimal material waste. Formulated with xTool's proprietary Duraproof ink, direct-printed graphics achieve vibrant, waterproof, and fade-resistant quality, bonding deeply into textiles to withstand up to 30 home washes.

2. Built-In Scanner for Accurate Design Placement
Featuring an integrated Contact Image Sensor (CIS), the workstation scans materials placed on the cutting bed and displays a 1:1 live preview directly in the software interface. Users can visually align designs over scrap materials with pinpoint accuracy. The scanner also enables 1:1 auto-contour extraction, automated nesting, and instant parameter setup via scannable QR codes on official materials.

3. AI-Powered Atomm Creation Suite
Powered by xTool's Atomm platform, creators can turn text prompts or images into ready-to-cut vectors instantly. Features like one-click background removal, artistic text generation, image-to-line-art conversion, and 3D papercraft template generators drastically shorten design preparation times from hours to minutes.  

4. Versatile Materials and Creative Tools
To accommodate diverse crafting applications, the C1 supports a versatile range of tool attachments, including Fine-Point, Deep-Point, Rotary, and 3mm Cutting blades, alongside Foil-Transfer tips and fine-line detail pens. When paired with an optional Electrostatic Mat or Roll Holder with built-in trimmer, the machine processes paper, cardstock, vinyl, HTV, leather, balsa wood, and fabrics.

Pre-Order Details and Launch Incentives

The global pre-order campaign for the xTool C1 officially launches on October 20, 2026, allowing customers worldwide to reserve their unit with a $10 deposit. Pricing for the xTool C1 starts from $469, with various bundle options tailored to different maker needs—including an all-new bundle combining the workstation with Atomm Membership for the very first time.

Customers who secure their pre-order during this window will receive exclusive $10 Pre-Order Bonus Perks, including an Exclusive Material Kit featuring 10+ versatile crafting materials, a 20% Material Card valid for 180 days across the xTool store, and automatic entry into a Livestream Giveaway for a chance to win a free xTool C1 unit.

Official shipping and final payment processing will begin globally on November 5, 2026. For additional specifications and pre-order availability, visit xtool.com. 

About xTool

xTool is a global premium consumer-tech brand dedicated to empowering digital-to-physical creation. As the world's largest and fastest-growing laser engraver innovator, xTool provides a comprehensive ecosystem of laser-based personal creative tools, material printers, user-friendly software, accessories, and consumables. Through these innovations, xTool empowers creators to turn imagination into meaningful creations that deliver emotional fulfillment, commercial success, and personal achievement. Discover more at xtool.com.