Best Knotty alternatives: apps like Knotty: Chart Companion

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated November 2026

Knotty is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Knotty

Spool: For Knitters#1

Spool: For Knitters by Spool App LLC

Smart Patterns & Row Counters
Editor's Choice
🌟 Lifestyle
4.7(9 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps knitters manage their projects with interactive patterns, row counters, and stash organization. It supports custom charts, size recommendations, and time tracking to streamline the creative process from start to finish.

Tapestry Crochet#2

Tapestry Crochet by Lasse Stokbæk Bekke

Patterns & row tracker
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
5.0(4 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vast collection of tapestry crochet patterns and design your own with a pixel editor. Track your progress row by row with an advanced visual tracker and sync your projects across devices. Unlock patterns through reward videos or optional purchases.

YarnGrid: Knitting Chart Maker#3

YarnGrid: Knitting Chart Maker by OKAN BINLI

Image to Pattern, Crochet
Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Transform photos into knitting, crochet, or cross-stitch charts with automatic color extraction. Customize grid size and colors, then export your design as a print-ready PDF or plain text. Browse and share patterns with a community of makers.

More apps like Knotty

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Fiber Friend: Knit & Crochet
Fiber Friend: Knit & Crochet
Fiber Friend: Knit & Crochet
Ruler and row counter
Free

This app provides knitters and crocheters with a digital ruler and a simple row counter. An optional in-app purchase unlocks advanced features like multi-project support and lock screen integration.

Digital rulerRow counterMultiple project support (in-app purchase)
🌟 Lifestyle
(10)
free with in-app purchases
5
Unraveled - Ravelry Companion
Unraveled - Ravelry Companion
Unraveled - Ravelry Companion
Projects, Patterns & Stash
Free

Manage your knitting and crochet projects, browse patterns, and organize your crafting supplies. This app offers a streamlined interface for tracking progress, managing your queue, and discovering new inspiration. Enjoy a distraction-free experience with no ads or tracking.

Project management with photos and notesPattern browsing and queue organizationStash and library management
🌟 Lifestyle
(26)
free with in-app purchases
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Mosaic Overlay Crochet
Mosaic Overlay Crochet
Mosaic Overlay Crochet
Blanket patterns & tutorials
Free

Learn and create stunning geometric designs with mosaic overlay crochet. Access over 70 patterns, interactive tutorials, and helpful tools like a stitch counter and focus mode. Perfect for all skill levels, from beginner to expert.

70+ mosaic overlay blanket patternsInteractive row-by-row checklistBuilt-in stitch counter
🌟 Lifestyle
(69)
free with in-app purchases
7
Stitch Fiddle: Cross Pattern
Stitch Fiddle: Cross Pattern
Stitch Fiddle: Cross Pattern
Maker - Photo to DMC Chart
Free

Transform photos into detailed cross-stitch patterns with real DMC thread color matching. Design, customize, and track your projects on your device, with or without an internet connection. Includes a powerful editor and exportable PDFs for easy stitching.

Photo to cross-stitch pattern conversionReal DMC thread color matchingPattern editor with drawing tools
🌟 Lifestyle
(35)
free with in-app purchases
8
Yumak - Crochet & Knitting
Yumak - Crochet & Knitting
Yumak - Crochet & Knitting
Aesthetic crochet & knitwear
Free

Discover and follow aesthetic, step-by-step patterns for crochet and knitwear. Find trendy designs inspired by streetwear and fashion, suitable for all skill levels. Enjoy a distraction-free crafting experience with a clean interface.

Aesthetic crochet and knitwear patternsStreetwear and fashion trend inspirationStep-by-step written patterns
🌟 Lifestyle
(11)
subscription
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knitCompanion knitting & more
knitCompanion knitting & more
knitCompanion knitting & more
Knit | Crochet | XStitch | +
Free

This app helps knitters and fiber artists track their projects with patented tools for easy progress monitoring. It works with any pattern, offline, and offers features like row tracking, custom markers, and voice commands to enhance the crafting experience.

Row and progress trackingProject countersRavelry & Dropbox linking
🌟 Lifestyle
(6.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Ravit - Ravelry on the hop
Ravit - Ravelry on the hop
Ravit - Ravelry on the hop
A knitting app for ravelry.com
$6.99

Discover knitting patterns and yarns, manage your projects and stash, and engage with online communities. Easily browse, favorite, and download patterns with powerful filtering options. Update project details and upload photos with editing tools, even offline.

Discover and favorite knitting patternsBrowse and filter patterns by craft, attributes, and moreManage yarn stash and check yardage for projects
🌟 Lifestyle
(6K)
free