Threads Embroidery Software vs Cross Stitch
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Threads Embroidery Software
This embroidery software allows users to digitize, edit, and create lettering for embroidery designs. It is suitable for both industrial and home embroidery machines, offering flexibility for use on various devices.
- Embroidery digitizing
- Design editing
- Lettering creation
- Supports industrial machines
- Supports home machines
- Cross-device compatibility
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Threads Embroidery Software (ThreadsES) is an Embroidery Digitizing, Editing, and Lettering Software Suite. Perfect for large industrial embroidery machines or home embroidery machines and everything in between. Create and editing embroidery designs on your couch, on the beach, on an airplane or almost anywhere!
Cross Stitch
Transform any image into a cross stitch pattern, customize it with various settings, and track your progress. This app also includes tools to convert floss colors and calculate thread quantities, making your embroidery hobby more convenient.
- Create patterns from photos
- Edit pattern colors and pixel size
- Adjustable grid and color highlighting
- Progress tracking highlighter
- Floss color converter
- Floss quantity calculator
- Save patterns as PDF
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Turn your device into a cross stitch pattern maker. Create your own patterns from any picture and enjoy your hobby with Cross Stitch Embroidery: Hobby. PATTERN DESIGN IN A FEW STEPS: - upload an image from your device and it will be converted in the stitch pattern format - edit the pattern according to the number of colors and the pixels size - choose the art canvas and a threads manufacturer - save a pattern in PDF PATTERN DESIGN SETTING - adjust/hide the grid - highlight the necessary colors PROGRESS TRACKING Mark your progress using the highlighter FLOSS CONVERTER Use the thread converter that allows you to find corresponding color numbers from other manufacturers (DMC, Gamma, Madeira, Anchor, Dimensions, Dome, Bucilla, J&P Coats, BELKA and PNK im. Kirova) FLOSS CALCULATOR It will help determine how many flosses you need for a particular pattern YOUR OWN MASTERPIECE Make collages before and after to estimate the result and share your artworks via social networks The app is supported on the iPhone 5S and later having iOS 11. Certain features might require a subscription to access. The FREE version offers a restricted number of embroidery designs, including 2 patterns derived from photos. SUBSCRIPTION gives you access to an unlimited array of embroidery designs and photo-derived patterns. Additionally, it allows you to partake in a competition for the best embroidery. https://peakygroup.com/privacy https://peakygroup.com/tos
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Cross Stitch at 3.7 against Threads Embroidery Software's 1.7. Cross Stitch also leads on review sentiment (17% vs 0%) and ratings volume (95 vs 6). Threads Embroidery Software's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 16.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Cross Stitch sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Threads Embroidery Software asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cross Stitch holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cross Stitch has 95 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Threads Embroidery Software's written reviews are positive against 17% of Cross Stitch's.
| Parameter | Threads Embroidery Software | Cross Stitch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (6 ratings) | 3.7 (95 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 17.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 6 | 95 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 weeks |
| Ads | — | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | — | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 55 MB | 94 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | The Embroidery Warehouse, INC | Peaky Group |
Customer experience
Threads Embroidery Software
Cross Stitch
Bugs and requests
Threads Embroidery Software
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Cross Stitch
Reported bugs
16 issues- App crashes when loading or processing patterns
- Progress marks disappear when app reopens
- Print grid misaligned with pattern symbols
- Pattern symbols not visible on dark colored stitches
- App freezes during pattern generation
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- Pattern data lost after updates
- Cannot upload images - app crashes
- Grid not properly applied in print view
- App becomes unresponsive with large patterns
- Subscription charges without clear confirmation
- Unable to cancel subscription from app
- Pattern generation fails with certain images
- Internet connection errors despite active connection
- Works in progress reset to 0% unexpectedly
- Symbols appear blurred or unreadable
- Color selection inconsistent between app views
Requested features
12 requests- Ability to customize canvas/pattern size
- Support for additional thread manufacturers (Olympus, Cosmo)
- Higher Aida count options (26, 32)
- Pattern editing capabilities
- Ability to create multiple projects simultaneously
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- Cross-device synchronization (iPhone to iPad)
- Automatic progress saving
- Confirmation dialog before resetting progress
- Better color selection and customization
- Preview of stitched pattern before creation
- Bulk color deselection feature
- Clearer subscription cancellation instructions
In-app purchases
Threads Embroidery Software
No in-app purchases
Cross Stitch
- Cross-stitch: Creative artwork$6.997 Days
- PREMIUM PACK - 1 Month Sale1 Month trial$9.991 Month
- PREMIUM PACK - 6 Months3 Days trial$17.996 Months
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- PREMIUM Pack - 1 Month$19.991 Month
- 2 Month Subscription3 Days trial$23.992 Months
- Cross-Stitch: VIP subscription3 Days trial$29.996 Months
- Cross-stitch: Creative artwork3 Days trial$29.993 Months
- Embroidery: own patterns7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Mega Pack$6.99
- Full Pack$26.99
Questions
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