# XStitch Plus vs StitchPal

The clearest difference is monetization model: StitchPal at free against XStitch Plus's subscription. StitchPal also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). XStitch Plus's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 18) and review sentiment (80% vs 71%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. XStitch Plus sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year and StitchPal sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for XStitch Plus against 4.7 for StitchPal. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XStitch Plus has 1K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of XStitch Plus's written reviews are positive against 71% of StitchPal's.

XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, StitchPal every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | XStitch Plus | StitchPal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitch-plus/id1281394467/reviews)** | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchpal/id1550536005/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 71.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 22 MB | 63 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PerformTec Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/906882971) | [Mark Davis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499759461) |

## What reviewers say

### XStitch Plus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitch-plus/id1281394467)

Manage your cross stitch projects and supplies with this comprehensive app. Track projects from start to finish, inventory threads and materials, and calculate fabric needs. Sync data across devices and share progress easily.

**Highlights:** Project Journal tracking, Stash inventory (threads, charts, linens), Fabric calculator, Shopping list, Cloud data synchronization, Multi-device access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Subscription | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Excellent organizational tool
- 📊 Helpful inventory tracking
- 🛒 Useful shopping list feature
- 📸 Ability to add photos of projects
- 🔍 Comprehensive thread/fabric database

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 No option to add custom designers
- 🔍 Difficult to search/add threads
- 🗂️ Lack of project management features
- 🔄 Inconsistent sync/login issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription model

**Reported bugs**

- Inventory data disappearing after subscription renewal
- Login/access problems after updates
- Inability to add certain thread types/brands

**Requested features**

- Add ability to mark projects as completed
- Integrate shopping list with inventory
- Allow custom designer/fabric entries
- Improve search and data entry workflows
- Provide more project tracking capabilities


### StitchPal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchpal/id1550536005)

This app helps cross-stitchers manage their projects. Users can add patterns, track progress with photos, and share their work with friends. It aims to make the crafting experience more enjoyable and organized.

**Highlights:** Add cross-stitch patterns, Track project progress, Take progress photos, Share projects with friends, Easy-to-use interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove banner ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| StitchPal Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is XStitch Plus free?

XStitch Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is StitchPal free?

StitchPal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, XStitch Plus or StitchPal?

XStitch Plus is rated higher. XStitch Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while StitchPal averages 4.7 from 18 ratings.

### Do XStitch Plus or StitchPal have ads?

Neither XStitch Plus nor StitchPal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, XStitch Plus or StitchPal?

XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, and StitchPal every 3 weeks. Most recently, XStitch Plus was updated on October 24, 2026 and StitchPal on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*