Comparison

Threads Embroidery Software vs xTool Creative Space Mobile

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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!

About

xTool Creative Space Mobile

Design, edit, and control your xTool laser machine from your mobile device. Create projects on the go, connect wirelessly, and access a library of design elements and project ideas. Supports various image formats and offers advanced features on iPad.

Highlights
  • Design and editing on mobile
  • Wireless machine connection
  • Text curving tool
  • QR code and barcode generation
  • Extensive shape library
  • Multi-format image processing
  • Hand drawing and vector conversion (iPad)
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xTool Creative Space is developed for xTool laser machines. It integrates the functions of design, editing, and machine control. Experience a seamless, efficient workflow whether you're using a PC, iPad, or mobile. Our iPhone app enables you to: 1. Snap & Process on the go, no need for a computer. 2. Connect your machine wirelessly. From editing to processing, your work follows you wherever you go. 3. Curve your text with a simple click & drag to add flair to your designs. 4. Generate barcodes and QR codes in one click, making your project more interactive. 5. Explore a rich collection of shapes, including Borders, Plants, Animals, Festivals, and more! 6. Quickly upload and process images of multiple formats including XCS, SVG, DXF, PNG, JPG, and BMP. On the iPad app, you'll get more powerful features: 1. Flesh out creativity with hand drawing, just as easy as drawing on a piece of paper. 2. Convert bitmap and sketches to vector path. 3. Create your own material test array with various processing parameters. 4. Tap into xTool Projects, get 1000+ project ideas, tutorials, and free design files created by xTool users.

Screenshots

Threads Embroidery Software3 screens
xTool Creative Space Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: xTool Creative Space Mobile at 4.7 against Threads Embroidery Software's 1.8. xTool Creative Space Mobile also leads on review sentiment (26% vs 0%) and ratings volume (990 vs 5). Threads Embroidery Software's advantage is iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

xTool Creative Space Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: xTool Creative Space Mobile has 990 ratings behind it against 5, 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 26% of xTool Creative Space Mobile's.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Threads Embroidery Software versus xTool Creative Space Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreads Embroidery SoftwarexTool Creative Space Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.8 (5 ratings)4.7 (990 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings5990 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Devices—iPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB265 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe Embroidery Warehouse, INCMakeblock Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Threads Embroidery Software

Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

xTool Creative Space Mobile

All ratings990 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral9.1%
Negative65.2%

Bugs and requests

Threads Embroidery Software

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

xTool Creative Space Mobile

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes during tracing and editing
  • Connectivity issues with laser machines
  • Inconsistent behavior and unexpected changes
  • Unreliable camera calibration and positioning

Requested features

4 requests
  • Improved stability and reliability
  • Better optimization for mobile devices
  • More design and customization tools
  • Comprehensive tutorials and documentation

In-app purchases

None

Threads Embroidery Software

No in-app purchases

None

xTool Creative Space Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Threads Embroidery Software free?
Threads Embroidery Software is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is xTool Creative Space Mobile free?
xTool Creative Space Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Threads Embroidery Software or xTool Creative Space Mobile?
xTool Creative Space Mobile is rated higher. Threads Embroidery Software averages 1.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while xTool Creative Space Mobile averages 4.7 from 990 ratings.

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