KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium vs Sock Pattern Architect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium
Design custom knitting patterns for sweaters and cardigans of any size and yarn gauge. Generate instructions in written text and schematic diagrams, with options for various styles and fits. Save, print, or export patterns as PDFs.
- Unlimited custom sweater/cardigan patterns
- Supports any yarn gauge and measurements
- Patterns for men, women, and children
- Written instructions and schematic diagrams
- Top-down or bottom-up knitting options
- Printable and PDF export
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Create unlimited custom sweater knitting patterns (pullover or cardigan) with this fantastic knitting pattern app. The app creates knitting patterns for any sweater or cardigan, for any gauge of yarn, to standard sizes or custom measurements. Create knitting patterns for Women, Men, Babies and Children. Patterns are produced as both written text, with options for knitting the garment in the round from the top down, or flat, from the bottom up. The pattern is also shown diagrammatically in the form of a schematic diagram. Patterns created are saved in a pattern list. Written instructions and schematic diagrams can be printed with AirPrint, and saved as PDF. (PDF can be opened in other applications, e.g. Documents, iBooks). Customisable features include : • the yarn - input the gauge (tension) for any yarn • body measurements, e.g. chest, waist, and hip size • garment measurements, e.g. length, sleeve length, neckline size, armhole depth, rib length, cuff length, cuff size • pullover or cardigan (zip or button fastening) • choose from Raglan, Set-In or Drop Shoulder Armhole/Sleeve types • neckline dimensions and neckline style: crew neck, V-neck, boatneck, semi-boatneck, slash neck, raglan boatneck, roll neck, funnel neck, or flat collar • choose from close-fitting options with waist shaping, standard or loose fits or oversized • garment ease (customisable for any shape) • main stitch options - stocking stitch, rib stitch, moss stitch or any other stitch pattern with the option to centralise repeat patterns and central patterns, or to adjust stitch count for pattern repeats. • rib options • work in cm or inches • use metric, US or old UK knitting needles
Sock Pattern Architect
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Knit socks to your measurements Whether you’re knitting for yourself, family or friends, Sockenrechner creates personalised knitting instructions based on your measurements and your own stitch and row gauge. Plan your next pair to suit the wearer’s feet and your chosen stitch pattern. From gauge swatch to finished toe Enter your stitch and row gauge along with the leg and foot measurements. Choose your stitch pattern, cuff style, heel and toe. The app calculates the stitch and row counts and guides you through each part of your sock: cuff, leg, heel, foot and toe. Not sure which heel or toe to choose? Sockenrechner suggests suitable styles based on your measurements and the selected foot shape. Accept a recommendation or choose another style yourself. As much detail as you need Choose the level of detail that suits your knitting experience: • Detailed: Full explanations of the individual steps. • Normal: Concise instructions with the essential information. • Brief: Abbreviated instructions for experienced knitters. Keep measurements ready for the next pair Create profiles for the people you knit for and reuse their measurements for a new calculation. Simply enter the gauge for your new project. You can edit saved measurements at any time. Find your favourite instructions again Save completed knitting instructions in your archive under a name of your choice. Open them later, rename them, replace them or delete them. Saved instructions retain their original values, even if you change the person’s measurements later. Create a PDF of your instructions to print or share. Plan on your iPhone, knit from your iPad With iCloud, your saved measurement profiles and knitting instructions are available on your devices signed in to the same iCloud account. Changes also appear while the app is open. Practical help while you knit • Choose to keep the screen awake so your instructions stay visible while knitting. • Apply an additional adjustment for your personal knitting tension, whether you tend to knit loosely or tightly. • Consult the built-in user guide for help with taking measurements and using the app. • Use the app and knitting instructions in English or German. Plan your next pair with your own gauge, your measurements and instructions tailored to your knitting experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Sock Pattern Architect at $3.99 against KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium's $14.99. KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium costs $14.99 and Sock Pattern Architect $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium ships an update monthly, Sock Pattern Architect every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium | Sock Pattern Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | $3.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.4 (84 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 84 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 3 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 30 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jacqueline Raffo | Stefan Neumann |
In-app purchases
KnitsThatFit Sweaters Premium
No in-app purchases
Sock Pattern Architect
No in-app purchases
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