# PhotoPearls

> App to convert photos into bead pixel art patterns. (iPhone/iPad app by Munkplast AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photopearls/id439629678 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Munkplast AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/439629681)
- Category: Entertainment, Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 7 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 18 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-06-08
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photopearls/id439629678/reviews.md

## What is PhotoPearls?

Create Beaded Pixel Art with PhotoPearls®

PhotoPearls enables you to transform personal photos (family, pets, friends, holiday pics), into personalised bead patterns.

For more information please visit www.photopearls.se

This iPhone application is a light version of our full desktop version. The patterns are based on 30 unique colours of the original NABBI® beads and peg boards (30x30 beads).

Note! The following options are only available with the full version for Mac and PC / Windows:
* Custom sized patterns
* Change colors, brightness and contrast
* Draw free-hand 
* Works on Mac and PC!

## Key features

- Convert photos to bead patterns
- Uses 30 unique bead colors
- Supports 30x30 bead peg boards
- Mobile version of desktop software
- Personalized bead art creation

## Recent user reviews (7 of 7)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photopearls/id439629678/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Awesome App!!

*2018-10-12, version 1.2*

Been using this for years still works really well for any projects and any beads 😀👍

### 2/5 — Crashed fix this

*2016-04-18*

Won't work at all why did it stop fix it or bye bye this app on my phone

**Developer response:** Hi, contact us on support@photopearls.se so can we help you further /photopearls support

### 1/5 — What happened?

*2015-06-01*

I've been using this app for a while and love it. I updated it today and now on the "move and scale" screen, there is no "next" button anymore. I can't go any further. Apparently it's now just an app to see what a centered square photo would look like. And people wonder why I loathe updates.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work; hasn't been updated since 201

*2015-02-10, version 1.0*

This app shouldn't even be available in the App Store. 

Very disappointed 7 year-old daughter.

Note: iPhone 6.

### 3/5 — Good for doing big things

*2014-08-22*

It's kinda works but in some places there is random blue or green if your doing a portrait or anything else.If u remove the blue or green it looks good. U can't do small things witch I like to do. The biggest I can make it is 6 boards. If u like to do large things u should get this app.

**Developer response:** Hi! Download our software or try our new webb app (my.photopearls.com) then you get more settings and options to change the outcome of the pattern. Please visit photopearls.com for more information.

### 5/5 — Perfect easy to use app

*2014-05-27, version 1.0*

I have been using this amazing app for a few years and have made 100's of beautiful portraits. The app itself is very easy to use but still gives you the ability to make the best possible pattern. I use photopearls everyday and can honestly say it is the best hobby I have ever had that also brings much pleasure and smiles for the people I make portraits for.
The app is perfect the way it is and never needs to be changed in any way :-)

### 5/5 — It works!! ^__^

*2012-12-24*

I've been doing beads work for a while. Although I use perler beads, and usually search images for mario characters or patterns that I like. I wanted to turn my dog or anyone into a work of art but I'm not that creative and don't really know which color bead to use. But this app really turns ur pics into beads! I gave the app faith and purchase it for $0.99 with no reviews. I've tried two pics and both were pearlified excellent and thought to write a review. By no means do I work for this company. Just a person with a hobby wanting to make "work of art" for the ppl I love. =P

## Frequently asked questions about PhotoPearls

### What is PhotoPearls?

PhotoPearls is an application that allows users to transform their personal photos into bead patterns, suitable for creating pixel art.

### What bead colors does PhotoPearls use?

PhotoPearls uses patterns based on 30 unique colors of the original NABBI® beads.

### What are the limitations of the PhotoPearls mobile app?

The mobile version is a light version of the desktop software. It does not support custom pattern sizes, changing colors, brightness, contrast, or free-hand drawing. These features are only available in the full Mac and PC/Windows version.

### What devices does PhotoPearls support?

PhotoPearls is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### What is the age rating for PhotoPearls?

PhotoPearls has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is PhotoPearls updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was last updated on March 31, 2016. The app has not been updated since then.

### Does PhotoPearls have ads?

No, PhotoPearls does not contain advertisements.

### What is the user rating for PhotoPearls?

PhotoPearls has a rating of 2.0 stars from 1 rating.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.2 — 2016-03-31

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

- Minor updates
- Bug fixes
- Now compatible with iPad

### 1.1 — 2015-04-27

- Removed bugs
- Updated the shopping list with refill bags as an option
- Updated user interface
- Customized the applications for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus

### 1.0 — 2011-06-08

No release notes.

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