# BeadsBuddy — Create pegboard patterns!

> Create pegboard patterns! (iPhone/iPad app by Pocket factory AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beadsbuddy/id6757596324 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pocket factory AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793104474)
- Category: Graphics & Design, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 64 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-01-21
- Data updated: 2026-05-31
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/beadsbuddy/id6757596324/reviews.md

## What is BeadsBuddy?

Unlock Your Creativity with Beads Buddy!

Transform your favorite photos into stunning bead patterns in seconds. Whether you love Hama, Perler, Artkal, or Nabbi beads, Beads Buddy is the ultimate companion for your crafting projects. Perfect for hobbyists, parents, teachers, and pixel art enthusiasts!

Turn Photos into Patterns
Simply upload any image, and our smart algorithm converts it into a bead-perfect pattern. Adjust colors, contrast, and details to get the exact look you want.

Powerful Editing Tools
- Intuitive Editor: Draw, erase, and tweak individual beads with ease.
- Color Palettes: Choose from popular bead brands or create your own custom palettes.
- Smart Resizing: Automatically fit patterns to your specific pegboard size.

Supports All Major Pegboards
Select from a wide variety of standard shapes and sizes:
- Square, Round, Hexagon, Star, and Heart boards.
- Standard sizes (Mini, Midi, Maxi) supported.
- Link multiple boards together for giant masterpieces!

Print & Create
Generate printable PDF templates that match your physical pegboards perfectly (1:1 scale). Place your clear pegboard over the printout and bead away without guessing!

Key Features:
- Realistic Preview: See how your creation will look before you start beading.
- Background Removal: Clear out noise to focus on your subject.
- Project Library: Save and organize all your ongoing creations.
- Kid-Friendly Interface: Big buttons and easy navigation make it fun for the whole family.

Why Beads Buddy?
Whether you're making a retro video game character, a personalized gift, or a family portrait, Beads Buddy makes the process fun and frustration-free. Ditch the graph paper and let us do the math for you.

Download Beads Buddy today and start creating your pixel art masterpiece!


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.25 — 2026-05-28

• Fixed: Dramatic rendering performance improvements for larger bead patterns, resolving potential app freezes.
• Fixed: Enhanced readability of menus, text, and previews in Dark Mode.
• Fixed: Corrected the background color of the background remover screen and updated system bar icons to match the theme.

### 1.0.24 — 2026-05-20

• Feature: New Feedback section to easily share your thoughts and report issues directly to us.
• Fixed: Resolved UI and image picker bugs when using the app on macOS.
• Fixed: Corrected an issue where unsaved background removals could appear on the start screen.
• Fixed: Resolved a crash on the color settings and palette screens when exiting search.

### 1.0.22 — 2026-03-20

• Fixed: Show last project when backing out of new-project flow
• Feature: Pixel Sampling Mode - Choose average blend or center pixel for better pattern control
• Fixed: Crash on unreadable images; now shows an error message
• Fixed: Added custom number input on iOS to reliably capture plate dimensions

### 1.0.21 — 2026-03-14

• Fixed: Main screen now shows your last project when you back out of the new-project flow instead of the draft preview
• Pixel Sampling Mode: Choose how each cell gets its bead color—average blend or center pixel—for more control over the pattern
• Fixed: App no longer crashes when selecting an image that can't be decoded; you'll see a message to try another file

### 1.0.20 — 2026-03-12

• Fixed: Main screen now shows your last project when you back out of the new-project flow instead of the draft preview
• Pixel Sampling Mode: Choose how each cell gets its bead color—average blend or center pixel—for more control over the pattern

## More apps by Pocket factory AB

- [Farm Fixer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/farm-fixer/id6446259789)
- [Tower defense: Survivor mode](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tower-defense-survivor-mode/id6741107473)

All apps by Pocket factory AB: https://appshunter.io/developer/1793104474

## Related topics

[beadsbuddy](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/beadsbuddy)

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