# Knitting Buddy

> All-in-one knitting and crochet project tracker with advanced features. (iPhone/iPad app by Colorwork Apps.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knitting-buddy/id958827195 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Colorwork Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/954158676)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.20/5 from 32 App Store ratings · 33 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-01-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knitting-buddy/id958827195/reviews.md

## What is Knitting Buddy?

Knitting Buddy is an all-in-one knitting and crochet project tracker that allows you to track multiple knitting or crochet projects. Knitting Buddy has a row counter, repeat counter, project timer, notes pages, and it even displays your knitting pattern on the row counter page!  In addition to tracking projects, the app allows you to track your needles, hooks, and your yarn stash.  

Knitting Buddy isn't your standard knitting row counter -- it is a true knitting and crochet project tracker. Here are more details about the features of Knitting Buddy:

MULTIPLE PROJECT SUPPORT: No limit to the number of knitting or crochet projects that you can track. Each project has individualized settings.

ROW COUNTER: Track the current row of your knitting or crochet project. The row numbers are displayed nice and big on the main page. Increase (or decrease) the row number by pushing on an actual "button" on a knit background.

REPEAT COUNTER: Track the current repeat row, and optionally link the repeat counter to the row counter. You can specify the number of repeat rows on the project settings page.

DISPLAY PATTERN: Take a screen shot of your knitting pattern and display it on the main project page. This feature is super handy as it eliminates the need to switch between applications or to carry a paper copy of your pattern.

NEEDLE/HOOK TRACKER / LOG: Track all of your knitting needles. The log displays US, metric, and UK sizes, and allows you to track needle length, material, type, and whether or not the needle is in use.

PROJECT TIMER: Ever wonder how long it actually takes to complete a knitting or crochet project? Use the project timer to track the time it takes to complete each project. Each project has an individual timer that must be manually started/stopped.

NOTES PAGE: Track all of the project's notes, such as yarn, yarn weight, needles, gauge, and other notes. Please email the developer if you have additional items that you would like to track!

PROJECT SETTINGS: Completely customize your Knitting Buddy experience. The screen can be tailored to according to your preferences, such as showing or hiding features such as repeat rows, knitting pattern, project timer, and project progress.

TRACK PROGRESS: Set the total number of rows for your knitting project, and Knitting Buddy will track your percent complete.

KNITTING NEEDLE AND CROCHET HOOK SIZE CHARTS: Convert needle sizes between metric, U.S. sizes, and U.K. sizes and crochet hooks between metric, numeric, and letter.

YARN CHARTS: Helpful data to convert different sizes of yarn.

SOCK CHARTS: Common foot sixes for men, women, and children!

Knitting Buddy is now on Ravelry - become one of Knitting Buddy's Buddies at: http://www.ravelry.com/groups/knitting-buddys-buddies

## Key features

- Multiple project support
- Row and repeat counter
- Display knitting pattern
- Needle and hook tracker
- Yarn stash management
- Project timer
- Notes pages

## Recent user reviews (10 of 33)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knitting-buddy/id958827195/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Keeps Crashing

*2023-03-20, version 1.2*

I’ve had this on my iPad for ages but never really used it up until now. I’m adding my needles and the app keeps crashing.

Also, I can delete a double entry…no clue how to or how to go about it.

### 1/5 — Where’s everything gone??

*2022-02-08, version 1.2*

Every project that I had notes on have disappeared!  How is that possible?  All my notes were there a few days ago and today - nothing - all gone.  Very disappointed.

### 3/5 — Mixed

*2021-09-16, version 1.2*

Keeps crashing

### 5/5 — Tracking supplies

*2020-11-12, version 1.2*

I use this solely for tracking my yarn stash, needles and hooks.  For that, it is perfect.  It works well without having to be connected to wi-fi/cellular.

### 1/5 — Keeps crashing

*2019-04-23, version 1.2*

I’m attempting to use this app and seems to crash a lot. I like the idea of having a place to keep track of what needles I own but what I don’t like is this app isn’t able to sort them. I understand it’s free so I’ll keep trying to use but it’s not super techie in what I would want.

### 3/5 — Could be better

*2019-03-13, version 1.2*

Great for tracking rows.
You can save a pattern link and add a photo of completed work or inspiration but these do not appear to show on any page. Formatting e.g. to edit time (if you forget to start and stop) is out with the fields over lapping so not all design functions can be selected.
App has lots of potential but not there yet can’t wait till it is.

### 3/5 — Bugs

*2018-11-11, version 1.2*

It’s a good app
But some bugs, keeps suddenly closing. The place to input the sizes are overlapped and not spaced out. Needs an update

### 2/5 — Eh

*2018-10-27, version 1.2*

The concept is good. Execution is lacking. 
The project timer resets if you need to update project settings (for example to change repeat row settings) and you’ve been working on a project for more than 60 hours. 
Pictures of patterns are uploaded at a microscopic size so I have to zoom a ridiculous amount to see the pattern. 
On the iPhone, if you're doing a pattern row repeat, you can't see the row count once you get into double digits. 
I like the idea but this definitely isn't the end all be all. I'm glad I didn't pay for it!

### 1/5 — Timer not accurate— very dissatisfied

*2018-04-28, version 1.2*

I’ve been using the app for about a year now and loved it at first because it would time how long it took me to make a project. However I recently started looking at the timer since I’m working on a project for a client and I realized it keeps deleting time. When I closed the app last night, it said I had done exactly 7 hours of work. I open it today and it says 6 hours and 29 minutes. This is not the first time it’s done that, but this is the first time it matters. Will be deleting the app since it doesn’t perform it’s intended function

### 1/5 — Hmmm?

*2018-03-22, version 1.2*

I was thrilled when I found this app. I looked at all that was on it and being a very organized person I knew it was for me
I posted a used all the time pattern, and then got ready to use it.  I closed the app, then opened it and could not find my pattern.  I will keep trying, if is probably my bad!

## Frequently asked questions about Knitting Buddy

### What does Knitting Buddy do?

Knitting Buddy is a comprehensive application designed to help knitters and crocheters track all aspects of their projects. It includes features for managing multiple projects, counting rows and repeats, timing projects, and storing notes.

### What are the key features of Knitting Buddy?

Key features include support for an unlimited number of projects, a large row counter, a repeat counter, the ability to display your knitting pattern directly on the screen, a tracker for needles and hooks, a project timer, and dedicated notes pages.

### Is Knitting Buddy free to use?

Yes, Knitting Buddy is completely free to use. The application does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, allowing users to access all its features without cost.

### What kind of projects can I track with Knitting Buddy?

You can track any knitting or crochet project with Knitting Buddy. The app is designed to be versatile, allowing you to manage multiple projects simultaneously with individualized settings for each.

### Can I store information about my yarn and tools?

Absolutely. Knitting Buddy allows you to track your yarn stash, including helpful data for converting different yarn sizes. It also features a detailed log for your knitting needles and crochet hooks, recording sizes, materials, and usage status.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2015-03-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New app icon, improved responsiveness on the project page, reduced file size of stored images, other minor bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2015-02-18

- Added ability to set row number on Project --> Settings page.
- Increased size of pattern view on Project page.
- Added Knitting and Crochet Abbreviations and Symbols Charts
- Added background images to Project, Needle, Hook, and Yarn pages, and other visual improvements.
- Re-organized the main view for readability.
- Added analytics to track bugs within the application
- Fixed an error that prevented saving data when phone was rebooted or when app forced close.
- Added YouTube Help Video link.

### 1.0 — 2015-01-24

No release notes.

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