# Knit Row Counter

> Simple knitting row counter app with gesture controls. (iPhone/iPad app by Lars Bergelt.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knit-row-counter/id320641298 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lars Bergelt](https://appshunter.io/developer/294176951)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 128 App Store ratings · 170 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 13 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2009-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-07-12
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knit-row-counter/id320641298/reviews.md

## What is Knit Row Counter?

Knit Row Counter is a small app to count the rows of knitting.

iPhone Gestures:
• One tip increases the counter by 1
• Swipe left / right decrements the counter by 1
• Long touch (2 seconds) resets the counter to 0

Watch Gesture
• Long touch resets the counter to 0

## Key features

- Increment counter with a tap
- Decrement counter with swipe
- Reset counter with long touch
- Watch gesture support
- Simple and intuitive interface

## What do users think of Knit Row Counter?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient for Apple Watch
- 💡 Useful for knitting/crocheting
- 🤩 Minimal and straightforward

**Cons**

- 🐛 Difficulty resetting or decreasing count
- 🤔 Lack of instructions or help
- 💤 Landscape-only orientation on iPhone
- 🤯 Accidental taps increase count

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inconsistent row counting
- Difficulty closing the app
- Syncing issues between watch and phone

**Most requested features**

- Add reset button
- Implement portrait mode
- Allow multiple project tracking
- Add watch complications

## Recent user reviews (10 of 170)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knit-row-counter/id320641298/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Reset

*2026-04-15, version 3.1.0*

Love the app but it would be nice to have the ability to reset the counter

### 5/5 — Does exactly what it was made to do

*2026-01-30, version 3.1.0*

This little app for your watch or phone  does exactly what it says on  the label. I have it on my watch so its very handy when counting rows in knitting as its just a tap on my wrist and it keeps count.

### 5/5 — No frills

*2026-01-29, version 3.1.0*

Like the simplicity. I lost my analog row counter and wasn't looking for anything fancier. No ads.

### 2/5 — Used to work

*2025-12-08, version 3.1.0*

I used to love this row counter and it worked perfectly. Something has changed and it does not keep an accurate count anymore. As soon as I finish a row and get out of the app, not only would it add the row I had just added, but it would add one extra .  I found I had to always count my “v” stitches when I came back to my work before I began and it was always off by one or two ,so it was pretty useless after that.

### 3/5 — Good app, miss the complication

*2025-11-26, version 3.1.0*

I used to love this app, full 5 stars. Unfortunately, the Watch complication doesn’t seem to function properly anymore — you now have to tap “row counter” on your watch face and THEN tap to increase the row count each time. This makes the watch complication just as annoying as the phone app.. having to unlock the phone every single round just to update the counter.

So, the app does what it says it does, but is less useful for my needs due to these deficiencies. Overall, I think the dev(s) are doing a great job, just not updating it for the current operating systems. Considering it’s a free app, I can’t complain much — but I’d be willing to pay for it, if it had all the old functionality back.

### 5/5 — A yes for Privacy rights.

*2025-11-16, version 3.1.0*

Unlike other counters, this appliance tracking my ID and other app usage and identifiers. Definite yes.

### 5/5 — Apple Watch Compatible

*2025-10-21, version 3.1.0*

Works great for keeping track of rows while knitting!

### 5/5 — Grateful!

*2025-09-20, version 3.1.0*

I’m grateful for this free app.  I just need something simple and this does the trick.  Tap to advance and long press to clear.  Easy peasy.

### 5/5 — Amazing 🤩

*2025-05-29, version 3.1.0*

Such a simple but outstanding app. I was looking for a long time to find an app to count my rows and came across this app there’s no ads or money needed. I would recommend for knitting!

### 4/5 — Great app

*2025-05-05, version 3.1.0*

I really like this row counting app. I wish there was a back button and a reset button, other than that this is great!

## Frequently asked questions about Knit Row Counter

### What does the Knit Row Counter app do?

This app is designed to help you easily count the rows of your knitting projects. It provides a simple digital counter that you can manipulate with intuitive gestures.

### How do I use the Knit Row Counter on iPhone?

On your iPhone, you can increase the row count by simply tapping the screen. Swiping left or right will decrement the count by one. A long touch for two seconds will reset the counter to zero.

### Is the Knit Row Counter app free?

Yes, the Knit Row Counter app is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What are the main features of this app?

Key features include a one-tap increment, swipe-to-decrement functionality, and a long-press reset. It also offers a long-touch reset option for Apple Watch users.

### Who is this app intended for?

This app is ideal for knitters of all levels who want a simple, accessible tool to track their progress. It's particularly useful for complex patterns or when multitasking.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2025-02-03

Version 3.1.0:
• iOS 18 support
• watchOS 11 support
• Dark app icon added
• all new iPhone and Apple Watch Model support
• on the Apple Watch, the counter can now be reset with a long touch.

### 3.0.0 — 2019-09-05

Version 3.0.0:
• iOS 12 support
• watchOS 5 support
• all new iPhone and Apple Watch Model support

### 2.2.0 — 2016-07-01

Version 2.2.0:
• iOS 9 support
• watchOS 2 support
• Complication support

Version 2.1.0:
• Apple Watch support

Version 2.0.1:
• Thicker font

Version 2.0.0:
• Complete new programming
• iOS 8 compatibility
• iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus compatibility
• Integrated Today widget

### 2.1.0 — 2015-04-10

Version 2.1.0:
• Apple Watch support

Version 2.0.1:
• Thicker font

Version 2.0.0:
• Complete new programming
• iOS 8 compatibility
• iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus compatibility
• Integrated Today widget

### 2.0.1 — 2015-03-01

Version 2.0.1:
• Thicker font

Version 2.0.0:
• Complete new programming
• iOS 8 compatibility
• iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus compatibility
• Integrated Today widget

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