Comparison

XStitch Plus vs Stitch Tracker 1

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

Stitch Tracker 1

This app helps cross-stitchers organize their patterns, books, and projects. Log fabric, floss, and dates, and keep a journal for each project to track progress and memories. It offers a cozy design to keep your stitching life calm and inspiring.

Highlights
  • Organize patterns and books with photos
  • Track WIPs, UFOs, Purchases, Wish List, FFOs
  • Log fabric, floss, and dates
  • Maintain a project journal
  • Browse and filter project collection
  • Cozy cottage-inspired design
Features
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Stitch Tracker is the cozy companion app every cross-stitcher needs to beautifully organize patterns, books, and stitching projects in one place. Designed especially for stitchers, the app helps you keep track of your WIP’s, UFO’s, Purchases, Wish List favorites, and finished FFO’s with an easy-to-use, cottage-inspired design. Add patterns and books with cover photos, log fabric and floss details, track start and finish dates, and save personal notes and project memories along the way. Keep a stitching journal for each project and quickly browse or filter your collection by category, status, or type. Whether you’re managing a growing stash, planning future projects, or documenting every stitch of a cherished heirloom piece, Stitch Tracker keeps your stitching life calm, organized, and inspiring. Features: • Add patterns and books with photos • Track WIP’s, UFO’s, Purchases, Wish List, and FFO’s • Log fabric, floss, dates, and notes • Keep a project journal with progress updates • Browse and filter your full collection • Cozy cottage-inspired design made for stitchers Stitch more. Stress less.

Screenshots

XStitch Plus1 screens
Stitch Tracker 14 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: XStitch Plus at Free against Stitch Tracker 1's $2.99. XStitch Plus also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1K vs 3). Stitch Tracker 1's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (daily vs every 6 weeks). On ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

XStitch Plus is free to download; Stitch Tracker 1 costs $2.99 up front. XStitch Plus sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $9.99 per year. Stitch Tracker 1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

XStitch Plus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: XStitch Plus has 1K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of XStitch Plus's written reviews are positive against 67% of Stitch Tracker 1's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, Stitch Tracker 1 daily. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
XStitch Plus versus Stitch Tracker 1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXStitch PlusStitch Tracker 1
PriceFree — better$2.99
Rating4.8 (1K ratings) — better4.0 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews79.6% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscriptionPaid — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPerformTec Ltd.Deborah Martinez

Customer experience

XStitch Plus

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

Stitch Tracker 1

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

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

Stitch Tracker 1

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

XStitch Plus

Subscriptions1
  • Annual Subscription$9.991 Year
None

Stitch Tracker 1

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XStitch Plus free?
XStitch Plus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stitch Tracker 1 free?
Stitch Tracker 1 costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, XStitch Plus or Stitch Tracker 1?
XStitch Plus is rated higher. XStitch Plus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1K ratings, while Stitch Tracker 1 averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.
Do XStitch Plus or Stitch Tracker 1 have ads?
Neither XStitch Plus nor Stitch Tracker 1 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, XStitch Plus or Stitch Tracker 1?
XStitch Plus ships an update every 6 weeks, and Stitch Tracker 1 daily. Most recently, XStitch Plus was updated on October 17, 2026 and Stitch Tracker 1 on October 8, 2026.

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