# XStitch Plus vs Luca

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.

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.

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | XStitch Plus | Luca |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xstitch-plus/id1281394467/reviews) | **[4.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luca-s/id6744692201/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | 79.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 22 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PerformTec Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/906882971) | [Endoplazmik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1756680986) |

## 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


### Luca

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luca-s/id6744692201)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


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