Comparison

XStitch Plus vs Luca

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

Head to head
About

XStitch Plus

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
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X-Stitch Plus is the best way to inventory and track all your cross stitch stash. This easy-to-use app was designed by cross stitchers for cross stitchers. Track all your projects from wish list to finished using the Journal feature. Load up to 5 photos per project. Use the inventory to track all your threads, charts, linens and embellishments. Tens of thousands of threads are pre-loaded so you don't have to type in details. Mill Hill beads are also pre-loaded so you can quickly add them to your inventory. Keep multiple photos for your charts and embellishments. Use the fabric calculator to easily determine fabric dimensions in inches and centimeters. The shopping cart helps ensure you remember exactly what you need when you're at the shop. And of course, these modules are interlinked so you can quickly share info between them, e.g., quickly create a Journal entry from one of your charts. Want to share? X-Stitch Plus supports sharing via Facebook, Twitter, E-Mail, Text and more. Another key benefit of X-Stitch Plus is all your data is stored in the cloud. View and update your data from any of your devices and they're all in sync. You can even access data from the original X-Stitch app. No need to reenter data. Check out the best cross stitch inventory app today with a 7-day free trial! Subscription Information Terms of Use: https://xstitchapp.com/?page_id=69 Privacy Policy: https://xstitchapp.com/?page_id=10 We offer one subscription: XStitch Plus Annual Subscription Subscription cost is $9.99 per year. It’s possible this will be shown in your local currency. Subscription provides full access to all app features with no restrictions. App features include Journal tracking with up to 5 photos per Journal item Inventory tracking for charts, threads, linens and embellishments Includes up to 5 photos per chart and 5 photos per embellishment Fabric calculator Shopping list Cloud storage Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Cost is $9.99 per year. Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s iTunes Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.

About

Luca

Discover high-quality needlecraft kits for cross stitch and embroidery. Explore a diverse range of designs, from pillowcases to children's toys, using premium yarns and fabrics. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters looking to create beautiful embroidered items.

Highlights
  • High-quality needlecraft kits
  • Cross stitch and embroidery designs
  • Premium 'Anchor' yarns
  • Premium 'Zweigart' fabrics
  • Kits for pillowcases, postcards, garments
  • Children's toys and Christmas ornaments
Features
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Embark on a creative journey with Luca-S Stitch Kits, your go-to app for high-quality needlecraft products. Founded in 1992, Luca-S is a renowned Moldovan company committed to delivering the finest cross stitch and embroidery kits. Discover a diverse range of kits featuring 'Anchor' yarns and 'Zweigart' fabrics, designed to inspire beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Explore our collection of embroidered items including pillowcases, postcards, and garments with ethnic flair. Perfect your craft with kits for children’s toys, Christmas ornaments, and more. Our dedication to quality, innovation, and convenience makes Luca-S a top choice for embroidery enthusiasts in over 50 countries. Join our community and transform your artistic vision into a beautiful reality with Luca-S Stitch Kits!

Screenshots

XStitch Plus1 screens
Luca4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Luca at none against XStitch Plus's 1. Luca also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). XStitch Plus's advantage is ratings volume (1K vs 7). On price, rating, 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. XStitch Plus sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Luca asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for XStitch Plus against 4.9 for Luca. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XStitch Plus has 1K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, Luca every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
XStitch Plus versus Luca: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXStitch PlusLuca
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1K ratings)4.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings1K — better7
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPerformTec Ltd.Endoplazmik

Customer experience

XStitch Plus

All ratings1,021 ratings
Positive95.3%
Neutral1.7%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews93 reviews
Positive79.6%
Neutral6.5%
Negative14.0%

Luca

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

XStitch Plus

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

Luca

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

XStitch Plus

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year
None

Luca

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XStitch Plus free?
XStitch Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Luca free?
Luca is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, XStitch Plus or Luca?
Luca is rated higher. XStitch Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Luca averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.
Do XStitch Plus or Luca have ads?
Neither XStitch Plus nor Luca shows ads.
Which is updated more often, XStitch Plus or Luca?
XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, and Luca every 2 months. Most recently, XStitch Plus was updated on October 17, 2026 and Luca on September 8, 2026.

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