# Magic Needle vs Makosh

Magic Needle and Makosh both sit at 4.4 stars, but that hides the real split: 55% of Magic Needle's written reviews are positive against 0% of Makosh's. Magic Needle also leads on ratings volume (1.1K vs 6). Makosh's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Magic Needle sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Makosh asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for Magic Needle against 4.5 for Makosh. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic Needle has 1.1K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of Magic Needle's written reviews are positive against 0% of Makosh's.

Magic Needle ships an update monthly, Makosh every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Magic Needle | Makosh |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-needle-cross-stitch/id1323730066/reviews) | **[4.5 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makosh/id6499256259/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **54.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 40 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Artem Shal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1323730065) | [Marina Popova](https://appshunter.io/developer/1742928010) |

## What reviewers say

### Magic Needle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-needle-cross-stitch/id1323730066)

Transform your photos into unique cross-stitch patterns with this mobile converter. It offers tools for pattern creation, embroidery tracking, and project management, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced crafters. Create personalized gifts or enjoy your hobby with ease.

**Highlights:** Create cross-stitch patterns from photos, Adjust scheme size and color count, Select fabric and floss brands, Track embroidery progress, Export patterns to PDF, Organize and track floss inventory

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium | $41.99 | per year |
| Simple pattern | $0.99 | one-time |
| Export to PDF | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium pattern | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1 pattern | $2.99 | one-time |
| Advanced pattern | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3 patterns | $5.99 | one-time |
| 7 patterns | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Excellent for creating cross-stitch patterns
- 📐 Accurate grid and color matching
- 🎨 Customizable color palette
- 💻 Convenient digital tracking of stitches

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Limited free features, requires subscription
- 🎨 Restricted color selection
- 🔧 Lack of editing tools for patterns
- 💾 Issues with data/project loss after updates

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to upload photos
- Stitching progress markers disappear unexpectedly
- Difficulty setting desired number of colors

**Requested features**

- Add ability to edit/modify generated patterns
- Implement a PDF export option
- Improve syncing across devices
- Introduce more advanced color management tools


### Makosh

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/makosh/id6499256259)

This app enhances the embroidery experience with interactive digital patterns. It offers a suite of tools for managing stitches, visualizing progress, and simplifying complex designs, making needlework more efficient and enjoyable for all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Interactive digital embroidery patterns, Stitch management tools (eraser, pencil, undo), Support for various stitch types, Visual aids for color and progress tracking, Grid and ruler for precise placement, Automatic stitch counting

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Magic Needle free?

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

### Is Makosh free?

Makosh is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Magic Needle or Makosh?

Makosh is rated higher. Magic Needle averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Makosh averages 4.5 from 6 ratings.

### Do Magic Needle or Makosh have ads?

Neither Magic Needle nor Makosh shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Magic Needle or Makosh?

Magic Needle ships an update monthly, and Makosh every 3 weeks. Most recently, Magic Needle was updated on October 26, 2026 and Makosh 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.*