Key Takeaways
- Titan Press and MPRO are both founded by Alesia Klimau, who also founded Heart Printed — one of the largest photo magnet businesses in North America.
- Titan Press 2×2 bundle starts at $1,703.50. MPRO 2×2 Manual Kit starts at $2,225.
- Both offer lifetime warranties and $225 per 1,000 supply pricing for 2×2 magnets.
- Titan offers 0% financing for up to 12 months and free international shipping. MPRO offers financing through Affirm, AfterPay, and Klarna.
- MPRO claims Made in USA (Ohio HQ). Titan ships from US and Canadian warehouses.
- Community members report that supplies are cross-compatible between the two brands.
The Fact Nobody Talks About
Carol Miller Hunter (community member) posted a question in our group that many makers have quietly wondered: "Titan or mpro? Are they both brands of Alesia? What is the difference between them if so?"
Yes. Both brands were created by Alesia Klimau, who also founded Heart Printed — one of the most successful photo magnet businesses in North America. This is publicly stated on her Instagram (@heartprinted).
This isn't a scandal. It's actually a smart business strategy.
Alesia built a massive magnet business from the ground up, learned exactly what makers need, and then created two machine brands aimed at different segments of the market. Think of it like Toyota and Lexus, or Gap and Banana Republic — same parent company, different positioning, different price points, different customer.
Titan Press is positioned as the accessible, direct-to-consumer brand. Lower bundle pricing, aggressive financing, free international shipping, and a modern e-commerce experience designed to get new makers started quickly.
MPRO is positioned as the premium, Made-in-USA brand. Higher price point, explicit domestic manufacturing claim, wider product range including an electric model, and a focus on established businesses and high-volume production.
Understanding this context matters because it explains why both brands offer excellent machines — they come from the same deep expertise in the magnet-making industry.
Head-to-Head: Every Detail Compared
Price
This is usually the first question makers ask, and the difference is significant.
Titan Press 2×2 bundle: from $1,703.50 (sale price; regular $1,750.18). This includes the press, graphic punch, and supplies for 1,000 magnets.
MPRO 2×2 Manual Kit: $2,225. This includes the machine, graphic punch, and supplies for 1,000 magnets.
That's a $521.50 difference at Titan's sale price. For a new maker just getting started, that's real money — it could cover your printer and photo paper with change left over.
Titan offers additional sizes: 2.5×2.5 bundles from $1,832.37, 2×3 bundles from $1,787.76, 3×3 bundles from $2,297.00, and 2.5×3.5 bundles from $2,232.00.
MPRO also offers multiple sizes including rounds (like the popular 2.25" round) and an electric model for high-volume production — more on that later.
Manufacturing and Origin
This is where the brands diverge most clearly.
MPRO explicitly claims Made in USA and is headquartered in Ohio. For makers who prioritize domestic manufacturing, this is a meaningful differentiator.
Titan Press ships from US and Canadian warehouses. Sonali (community member) shared an unboxing video and noted: "My order shipped the next morning and only took 3 days to arrive." Fast shipping from domestic warehouses, but Titan does not make a Made in USA claim.
If Made in USA matters to you — for personal values, for marketing to your own customers, or for any other reason — MPRO is the clear choice on this factor.
Warranty
Both offer lifetime warranties on the press and cutter. This is industry-leading and one of the biggest reasons our community recommends both brands over budget alternatives.
A lifetime warranty on an all-metal machine means you're buying it once. Compare that to the Amazon machines that come with no warranty beyond the seller's return window, and the value proposition becomes obvious.
Financing
Titan Press offers 0% financing for 6 and 12 months directly through their website. This is a major advantage for new makers who want to spread the cost. A $1,703.50 bundle at 0% for 12 months works out to about $142/month — roughly the revenue from one weekend at a craft fair.
MPRO offers financing through Affirm, AfterPay, and Klarna. These are legitimate buy-now-pay-later options, though the terms and interest rates vary by provider and your credit profile.
Supply Pricing
Both brands charge approximately $225 per 1,000 magnets for 2×2 supplies. That's about $0.225 per magnet — identical per-unit cost regardless of which machine you choose. Titan occasionally runs sales on supplies (regular price is $287 per 1,000), so the effective per-unit cost can vary.
For larger sizes, supply costs scale up proportionally. Budget roughly $0.28–$0.35 per magnet for rectangular and larger square formats from either brand.
Here's something our community has discovered and frequently discusses: supplies appear to be cross-compatible between the two brands. Multiple members have reported using Titan supplies in MPRO machines and vice versa without issues. Evelinn (community member) asked: "Anyone using MPRO or Titan have issues with Mylar scratching easily?" — a question that implies she was considering supplies from either brand for her machine. Kristin Pardy Morris (community member) noted that "anything other than MPro, Tecre, and American Button Machine does come from overseas" — and that different overseas manufacturers use different consumables even if the machines look similar. This is one advantage of sticking with established brands: supply compatibility is well-documented.
That said, both manufacturers recommend using their own supplies for best results. If you have issues, using the matching brand's supplies eliminates one variable when troubleshooting.
Size Range and Product Variety
Titan Press offers: 2×2, 2.5×2.5, 2×3, 3×3, and 2.5×3.5 — all in square and rectangular formats.
MPRO offers a wider range including round formats (like the popular 2.25" round) and — crucially — an electric model (MPRO Model 2) designed for high-volume production. Maria (community member) shared: "I got the Titan 2.5x2.5 and the MPRO 2.25 round and I absolutely love both. The thing I like the most of the Mpro is that I can make more than just magnets! I order keychains and bottle openers."
Molanda owns both brands too: "I have mpro round 2.25", mpro 2x3" and titan 2x2" — offering sample packs to help new makers decide which sizes they prefer.
If you want round magnets, keychains, bottle openers, or an electric press, MPRO is currently your only option between these two brands.
Bundled Extras
Titan Press bundles include free $99 Canva templates and 180 days of free NINEMAGS software — a popular tool for managing photo magnet orders at events and online. NINEMAGS streamlines the workflow at live events: customers submit photos, you process them in the app, print, and press. These extras have real value, especially for new makers who are building their workflow from scratch. Jolene (community member), an experienced maker, mentioned she uses "MPRO software" as well as other design tools — there's no lock-in to one ecosystem.
MPRO offers an MPRO Club Membership at $20/year that provides 4% cashback on purchases. Over time, this adds up — especially on supply reorders. If you reorder supplies four times a year ($225 × 4 = $900), your 4% cashback is $36, nearly doubling your $20 membership fee. MPRO also has its own software ecosystem for design and order management.
Build Quality and Construction
Both machines use all-metal cam-on-roller construction — the same fundamental mechanism used by professional button-making machines for decades. This is what makes them feel substantial and produce consistent results press after press.
Victoria (community member) posted about unboxing her 2.5×2.5" Titan Press, noting her excitement after "months and months of research, learning and taking in all the tips and tricks from this group." Her first unit arrived with a small crack, and she received a replacement — but was so eager to start that she'd already been making magnets with the original. That 36-reaction post speaks to both the excitement these machines generate and the responsive customer service.
DeanaJeff (community member), who was selling their used MPRO for $1,900, described the machine as "very heavy" — which is actually a good sign. Weight means metal. Metal means durability. The generic Amazon machines weigh a fraction of what these professional presses weigh, and the difference shows in the finished product.
Shipping
Titan Press offers free shipping on all bundles, including international shipping. For makers outside the US, this is a significant differentiator. Kyla, a Canadian maker with a Titan press, has been active in our community.
MPRO offers free shipping on Advanced Kits within the US. International shipping is available but not free.
Community Presence
Both brands have strong presence in our community of 17,000+ makers. Teri Chausse captured the common dilemma perfectly: "I'm getting close to jumping in and ordering equipment and I'm just wondering does everyone prefer Titan or Mpro? On the surface they seem very similar in price and warranty so I just need some actual insight please."
The truth? Both have passionate advocates. You'll find makers who swear by each brand, and the quality of the finished magnets is excellent from both.
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose Titan Press If:
You're a beginner who wants the lowest entry price. The $521.50 savings over MPRO's 2×2 kit is meaningful when you're also buying a printer and paper. Titan's 0% financing for 12 months makes it even more accessible.
You're outside the US. Free international shipping is a clear winner. Several Canadian and international makers in our community use Titan for this reason.
You want the most value in the bundle. Free Canva templates and 180 days of NINEMAGS software give you a head start on design and event management.
You primarily make square and rectangular magnets. Titan's size range covers the most popular formats.
Choose MPRO If:
Made in USA matters to you. MPRO is headquartered in Ohio and explicitly claims domestic manufacturing. If this is important for your brand story or personal values, MPRO is the choice.
You want round magnets, keychains, or bottle openers. MPRO's wider product range opens up revenue streams that Titan doesn't currently offer.
You're scaling to high volume. The MPRO Model 2 Electric is designed for production-level output. If you're doing multiple events per week or filling large B2B orders, an electric press saves significant time and physical effort.
You're an established business reinvesting profits. The higher price point is easier to absorb when you're already generating revenue, and MPRO's 4% cashback club membership rewards ongoing purchases.
Either Brand Is Excellent If:
You're serious about the magnet business. Period. Both machines produce professional-quality magnets. Both have lifetime warranties. Both have supply ecosystems that will keep you making magnets for years. The "wrong" choice between these two doesn't really exist — only the choice that's slightly better for your specific situation.
What Our Community Says
The Titan vs. MPRO conversation happens regularly in our group, and the answers are always nuanced.
An anonymous member posted simply: "Titan or MPRO? And why?" The responses covered both sides — price-conscious makers leaning Titan, quality-and-variety makers leaning MPRO, and many who own both.
Mesha Allenger (community member) shared her journey: "So I've finally decided to buy both these kits. Been saving up for those for a very long time. Plan is to buy the 2x2 first and then a month later the 3x3 kit." She'd previously been using an Amazon machine and noted: "The bottom panel broke last week due to pressure (I did press over 400 magnets on that one)." The upgrade to Titan was her solution to a machine that couldn't keep up.
Cristina (community member) took the MPRO route: "Finally took the leap of faith and placed an order for my first Mpro machine!" She paired it with an Epson 8500, investing in quality across her entire setup.
Diane (community member) posted asking for honest MPRO reviews — her post drew 72 reactions, one of the most engaged equipment discussions in our community. The response was overwhelmingly positive.
Sonali shared an unboxing video of her Titan 2×2: "Just got my Titan 2x2 press and couldn't be happier!! My order shipped the next morning and only took 3 days to arrive." That post earned 58 reactions.
Victoria was so excited about her Titan Press that she'd already started making magnets with her first unit even though it arrived with a small crack — and then ordered a replacement. That kind of enthusiasm says something about the product.
A Note on Resale Value
One indicator of quality: both Titan and MPRO machines hold their value remarkably well on the secondhand market. DeanaJeff listed their used MPRO 2×2 with about 350 magnets' worth of supplies for $1,900. Bethany (community member) listed her MPRO 2.25" round in "excellent condition," noting "this will last forever." Amanda (community member) listed her MPRO 2.25" round machine and cutter that she'd bought for $500 — a smaller format, but still commanding real resale value.
Compare that to generic Amazon machines, which lose most of their value the moment you open them. Erin Cacciatore (community member) posted about selling her "$99 machine from amazon" with 300 supplies — a steep depreciation from day one.
The resale value of professional machines isn't just a nice-to-have. It means your purchase is an investment with a safety net: if magnet-making isn't for you, you can recoup a significant portion of your cost.
The Bottom Line
Titan Press and MPRO are two excellent machines from the same experienced founder. The fact that Alesia Klimau created both isn't a conflict of interest — it's a sign that someone who deeply understands the magnet-making business built two products to serve different needs.
Titan is the better value for most beginners. Lower price, 0% financing, free international shipping, and bundled software make it the easier first purchase.
MPRO is the better choice for established makers or those with specific needs. Made in USA, round formats, electric model, and wider product variety justify the higher price for the right buyer.
Both will last a lifetime. Both make beautiful magnets. You genuinely can't go wrong.
Subrina, who runs a photography business full-time, captured the dilemma many feel: "I can invest some, but I hate to drop $4k on machines alone if this doesn't go in my favor." Her solution? Start with one machine, prove the concept, then expand. That's wise advice whether you choose Titan or MPRO.
Susan Marie from our community put it best: "You will probably want to upgrade to something like the MPRO once your business starts growing, because you'll want a rock solid machine that is built to last and to be very reliable." But she also acknowledged that some makers start with a budget machine and work their way up. The point is: when you're ready for a professional machine, both Titan and MPRO deliver.
Compare and Decide
See them side by side on our machine comparison with every spec and price compared.
Run the numbers with our ROI calculator to see your break-even timeline with either machine.
Check out Titan Press at → or MPRO at →.
Ask the community in our Facebook group — 17,000+ makers who use both brands every day.