Comparison

Sewing Patterns Lite vs SewRie

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

Head to head
About

Sewing Patterns Lite

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
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(NOTE: This free trial version is fully functional, but has a maximum limit of 10 Patterns) Have you ever tried going on a shopping spree for new fabrics (in physical stores or online), only to feel completely lost by not knowing exactly how you would use that nice-looking piece of fabric, and end up purchasing the wrong thing - or purchasing the right thing, but in the wrong quantity - or worse, still: Leaving empty-handed? If your answer is "yes", then Sewing Patterns will be your indispensable companion in the future. The inspiration in the form of your pattern library is right at your fingertips, wherever you go, and you can easily make sure that you purchase the right fabric in the right quantity - and with the right accessories. The app also helps you find inspiration on how to best make use of your current stash of fabric. The app lets you gain the perfect overview in a single place, whether your patterns are purchased, found in magazines, or your own creations entirely. You can categorize your patterns based from standard garment types, or create as many of your own categories as you like. You can have your patterns sorted alphabetically, by most recent usage, or in any particular order you like. Each pattern can be associated with as many categories as you wish. It is entirely up to you how many details you want to register for your individual patterns, but the more details you supply, the more help you will find in the built-in filtering function. When browsing your patterns, only the filled-in information is shown, so you won't have to deal with lots of empy fields. Using the camera, you can supply your pattern details with pictures of the model, the instructions, or perhaps of the finalized garments. You can add as many pictures and PDF files as you like, both for your categories, your patterns and your fabrics. Use the Filter function if you need to search for a specific pattern in your pattern library, or just need inspiration for your next project, based on a specific piece of fabric. In all aspects, Sewing Patterns is an indispensable app, for the experienced seamstress and the newcomer alike!

About

SewRie

Organize your digital sewing patterns, discover creator shops, and connect with a supportive community. Stay inspired with weekly trends and share your projects.

Highlights
  • Digital PDF pattern library
  • Discover creator shops
  • Genuine user reviews and photos
  • Weekly sewing trends and news
  • Organized project management
Features
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Welcome to SewRie, your ultimate cozy sewing atelier! SewRie is an all-in-one sewing life platform beautifully crafted for sewists, makers, and creators worldwide. Organize your scattered sewing patterns, discover inspiring creator shops, and stay connected with a warm community and weekly trends, all in one elegant space. * Key Features - Secure PDF Pattern Library (My Patterns) Say goodbye to lost files. Easily upload your digital PDF sewing patterns along with custom cover photos. Access, preview, and organize your private collection anytime, anywhere, on a beautifully clean library. - Explore Creative Shops (Sewing Street) Discover unique shops opened by passionate sewing creators from around the globe. From stunning hand-dyed fabrics to specialty notions and exclusive digital patterns, find endless inspiration for your next project. - Genuine Reviews & Social Feed "Loved making this pouch!" Check out real reviews, 5-star ratings, and beautiful project photos shared by fellow makers. Share your own masterpieces and spread the joy of sewing in a warm, welcoming feed. - Weekly Sewing Trends & Newsletters Stay inspired with curated industry roundups, sewing tips, material spotlights, and heartwarming stories delivered to your feed weekly. Keep your creative spark shining bright. Download SewRie today and begin your beautiful, organized sewing journey!

Screenshots

Sewing Patterns Lite4 screens
SewRie4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SewRie at 5.0 against Sewing Patterns Lite's 4.2. SewRie also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Sewing Patterns Lite's advantage is ratings volume (91 vs 2). On price, ads, 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

SewRie holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sewing Patterns Lite has 91 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sewing Patterns Lite ships an update every 3 months, SewRie every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sewing Patterns Lite versus SewRie: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSewing Patterns LiteSewRie
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (91 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews45.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings91 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClaus Krogholm PedersenAlex Park

Customer experience

Sewing Patterns Lite

All ratings91 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral6.6%
Negative11.0%
Written reviews20 reviews
Positive45.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative35.0%

SewRie

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Sewing Patterns Lite

No in-app purchases

None

SewRie

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sewing Patterns Lite free?
Sewing Patterns Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SewRie free?
SewRie is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Sewing Patterns Lite or SewRie?
SewRie is rated higher. Sewing Patterns Lite averages 4.2 out of 5 from 91 ratings, while SewRie averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Sewing Patterns Lite or SewRie have ads?
Neither Sewing Patterns Lite nor SewRie shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sewing Patterns Lite or SewRie?
Sewing Patterns Lite ships an update every 3 months, and SewRie every 5 days. Most recently, Sewing Patterns Lite was updated on October 11, 2026 and SewRie on October 6, 2026.

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