# Sewing Patterns Lite vs Threadalog

The clearest difference is rating: Threadalog at 4.8 against Sewing Patterns Lite's 4.2. Threadalog also leads on review sentiment (84% vs 45%) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). Sewing Patterns Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Sewing Patterns Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

Threadalog holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 91 and 189 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Sewing Patterns Lite's written reviews are positive against 84% of Threadalog's.

Sewing Patterns Lite ships an update every 2 months, Threadalog every 5 days. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sewing Patterns Lite | Threadalog |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (91 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sewing-patterns-lite/id1346245698/reviews) | **[4.8 (189 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 91 | **189** |
| Positive reviews | 45.0% of reviews | **84.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 9 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Claus Krogholm Pedersen](https://appshunter.io/developer/635693179) | [Deborah Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563961825) |

## What reviewers say

### Sewing Patterns Lite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sewing-patterns-lite/id1346245698)

Organize your sewing patterns digitally, keeping track of fabric needs and accessories. This app helps you manage your collection, find inspiration, and make informed purchasing decisions for your next sewing project.

**Highlights:** Digital pattern library, Fabric quantity calculation, Accessory tracking, Customizable categories, Pattern filtering, Photo and PDF attachments

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Threadalog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432)

Organize your needlework supplies and projects. Track threads, fabrics, beads, and patterns for cross stitch, embroidery, sewing, and more. Plan your projects, create shopping lists, and avoid buying duplicates.

**Highlights:** Inventory tracker for threads, fabric, beads, Project organizer and journal, Shopping list creation, Track progress on projects, Extensive thread catalog, Custom thread and item additions, Data backup and restore

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threadalog Basic | $9.99 | per year |
| Threadalog Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro One-Time Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for tracking threads and projects
- 👍 Organizes stash effectively
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive
- 👍 Great for shopping lists
- 👍 Supports multiple brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Manual addition to inventory after purchase
- 👎 Difficult to navigate for some users
- 👎 Limited information for some
- 👎 Missing specialty flosses and custom additions
- 👎 Does not include all thread brands (e.g., Isocord, RA poly)

**Reported bugs**

- Pro version not allowing picture download or project saving for one user
- Email link for suggestions not working for one user

**Requested features**

- Add specialty flosses (silk, variegated) and custom threads
- Ability to add Aidas and flosses not on lists
- Add discontinued colors to lists
- Quick add/delete skein by swiping
- Input needed for projects to see missing threads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sewing Patterns Lite free?

Sewing Patterns Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Threadalog free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sewing Patterns Lite or Threadalog?

Threadalog is rated higher. Sewing Patterns Lite averages 4.2 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while Threadalog averages 4.8 from 189 ratings.

### Do Sewing Patterns Lite or Threadalog have ads?

Neither Sewing Patterns Lite nor Threadalog shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sewing Patterns Lite or Threadalog?

Sewing Patterns Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Threadalog every 5 days. Most recently, Sewing Patterns Lite was updated on September 28, 2026 and Threadalog on September 28, 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.*