Comparison

Knitting Chart vs iStitcher

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Knitting Chart

Design custom knitting and crochet patterns with a powerful drawing tool. Import existing patterns, track your progress with interactive modes, and convert designs into written instructions. Offers flexible layout options and cloud syncing for seamless workflow.

Highlights
  • Draw custom knitting and crochet patterns
  • Import PDF files from device or Ravelry
  • Working Mode with row counters and highlights
  • Convert charts to written instructions
  • Adjust chart layout for various knitting styles
  • Cloud syncing via iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive
  • Generate PDF charts
Features
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With Knitting Chart you can draw your own knitting and crochet patterns. Import PDF files from your device or Ravelry and keep track of your progress with the Working Mode, row counters or PDF highlights. Pay only once to unlock the Pro version, no subscriptions! You can draw square patterns, fair isle color or symbol designs and freeform crochet charts, which lets you place symbols anywhere you want. Convert your square charts to written instructions and place images to convert your canvas to a color chart. You can adjust your chart layout for knitting flat, in the round, corner to corner, machine knitting and even left handed. Save your files in iCloud, Dropbox or Google Drive for automatic syncing between devices. Enable the Working Mode if you’re ready to start knitting, this will lock your design and makes it easy to keep track of the current row and stitch. What does the Pro Version unlock? • Create as many files as you like • Unlock all tools • Convert images to color charts • Written instructions for designed charts • Create your own colors • Unlock all knit symbols • Create patterns up to 500x500 • Generate a PDF for your charts • Reuse designs by using the Designs Library • Export high resolution images • Draw text notes on top of PDF files • Adjust the gauge • Automatically generate a chart for non-mirrored double knitting • Use Siri with the Working Mode and row counters This version is free to give you the ability to try Knitting Chart before buying. Please upgrade to the Pro Version (pay once, no subscriptions) if you want to unlock all features and create as many charts as you like! Check out the YouTube Channel for video tutorials. Visit knitting-chart.com for known issues, faq and more. Please send an email to help@knitting-chart.com if you encounter any problems, have a question or request!

About

iStitcher

Plan and track your knitting and crocheting projects with this app. Save photos, notes, and build custom charts to manage every step from idea to completion.

Highlights
  • Project planning
  • Photo and note saving
  • Chart building
  • Full process control
  • Knitting and crocheting tools
Features
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Design, organize, and create knitting and crochet patterns in one powerful app. Create Charts with Ease • Colorwork Charts – design pixel-style colorwork patterns on customizable grids. Perfect for knitting, crochet, tapestry crochet, and other colorwork projects. • Symbol Charts – build knitting and crochet charts using standard stitch symbols. • Free Form Charts – the ultimate chart editor with complete creative freedom. Place symbols anywhere, customize colors, resize, rotate, flip, and modify elements to create virtually any pattern. • Sketches – draw ideas, notes, and project concepts directly in the app. Keep Everything Organized Create projects and store all your work in one place: • Charts and pattern diagrams • Project photos and progress images • Notes and descriptions • References and planning materials Built-in Templates Get started quickly with ready-made templates and examples for common knitting and crochet projects. Powerful Calculators Save time with a collection of helpful knitting and crochet calculators, including: • Gauge Helper • Row Counter • Increase & Decrease Calculators • And many more tools designed to simplify pattern planning and project management. Premium Features Unlock Premium to get: • Unlimited projects • Advanced charting and customization tools • Access to all professional design features Subscription Information Premium features are available through an auto-renewing subscription. • Payment will be charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through your Apple Account Settings. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when purchasing a subscription. Subscriptions and payments are managed by Apple through your App Store account. Whether you’re creating a simple stitch diagram, a detailed colorwork chart, or a complex crochet pattern, this app provides everything you need to bring your ideas to life. Privacy Policy: https://www.apps-laboratory.com/privacy-policy-istitcher Terms of Use : https://www.apps-laboratory.com/terms-of-use-istitcher

Screenshots

Knitting Chart4 screens
iStitcher4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Knitting Chart at 4.3 against iStitcher's 3.8. Knitting Chart also leads on ratings volume (1.3K vs 15) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Knitting Chart sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and iStitcher sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knitting Chart holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knitting Chart has 1.3K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Knitting Chart's written reviews are positive against 50% of iStitcher's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knitting Chart ships an update every 10 days, iStitcher every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Knitting Chart versus iStitcher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnitting ChartiStitcher
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.3K ratings) — better3.8 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews51.4% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K — better15
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.5 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPiet Hein van CleefKaramanets Oleksandr

Customer experience

Knitting Chart

All ratings1,279 ratings
Positive82.8%
Neutral4.5%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews208 reviews
Positive51.4%
Neutral10.6%
Negative38.0%

iStitcher

All ratings15 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

Knitting Chart

Reported bugs

19 issues
  • Pattern repeat not showing correctly
  • Unable to start new project
  • Icons missing
  • Files disappearing
  • Freezing when adding custom colors
Show 14 more
  • Crashing when saving charts as image
  • Crashes when moving/zooming/changing color
  • Palette disappearing
  • Inability to resize symbols
  • Buttons not rendering
  • Charts not printing or saving as image
  • Random dots when using Apple Pencil
  • Green marker disappearing in knitting preview
  • Inability to shift chart view
  • Cropping chart unintentionally
  • Inability to deselect selected boxes
  • Inability to scroll to chart edges when zoomed in
  • Crashes when trying to open new chart or change chart size
  • Inability to add knitting stitches to chart

Requested features

11 requests
  • Add 3D projects
  • Adjust for gauge
  • Increase rows and columns
  • Sync between devices
  • Add crochet symbols
Show 6 more
  • Add ability to move charts
  • Add multiple row counters
  • Add ability to annotate patterns
  • Add desktop version
  • Add dark mode
  • Add advanced analytics dashboard

iStitcher

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Knitting Chart

One-time1
  • Knitting Chart Pro$19.99
2 purchases

iStitcher

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Annually$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Knitting Chart free?
Knitting Chart is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iStitcher free?
iStitcher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Knitting Chart or iStitcher?
Knitting Chart is rated higher. Knitting Chart averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while iStitcher averages 3.8 from 15 ratings.
Do Knitting Chart or iStitcher have ads?
Neither Knitting Chart nor iStitcher shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Knitting Chart or iStitcher?
Knitting Chart ships an update every 10 days, and iStitcher every 2 weeks. Most recently, Knitting Chart was updated on October 14, 2026 and iStitcher on October 9, 2026.

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