Comparison

Quiltful vs AcuSpark2

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

Head to head
About

Quiltful

Digitally organize and track all your quilting projects, from future ideas to completed masterpieces. Record project details, fabrics, patterns, and progress. Upload photos and notes to create a comprehensive digital journal of your creative work.

Highlights
  • Organize quilting projects
  • Track project progress
  • Record fabrics and patterns
  • Upload multiple photos
  • Search and maintain records
  • Log project location
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Organize and track your quilting projects in this digital quilt journal! Record details of current projects and track your progress as you complete them. Record projects you’d like to make in the future, and record past projects to give yourself a historical record of the beautiful quilts you’ve made. If you've ever asked yourself … • How many UFOs do I have? • What pattern did I use? • What tops are ready to be quilted? • Where did I put that project? • Where is that picture I took of my quilt? … then this app is for you! With this project organizing app made just for quilters, you can: • Organize your quilting projects • Search for your projects • Maintain records of quilts made • Upload multiple photos of each quilt • Add a description and notes about your quilt project • Note the type of project and the quilt size • Record fabrics and patterns used • Log the location of the project while you are creating it and after it is completed • See the quilting steps you have already completed • Track your progress and plan for the steps to do next • View a summary of all your quilting projects, and their statuses, on one page • Access the app and your account’s data from different devices The app is free to download. With your Free trial membership, you can enter up to 5 projects. To continue using the app after this trial period, you need to make an in-app purchase to subscribe to one of two membership plans. (All prices are listed in USD.) Essential subscription: Monthly $2.99 Yearly $29.99 Premium subscription: Monthly $4.99 Yearly $49.99 Information about auto-renewable subscriptions: 1. Payment will be charged to iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. 2. App Store may apply any sales tax that is applicable in your location for all their products. 3. Subscriptions may be managed by users by turning the auto-renewal On or Off on your phone’s Settings > Subscription page. 4. Subscription gets renewed automatically unless the auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current payment period. 5. Subscribed account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period and identifies the cost of the renewal. 6. You may unsubscribe at any time. This cancellation will take effect after the current subscription has expired. We hope you find the Quiltful app useful and that it helps you organize your projects. The goal is to enjoy finishing those quilts! Please join the “Quiltful Community Group” on Facebook to keep up with the latest Quiltful news: Quiltful Group | Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/quiltful Privacy Policy https://www.iubenda.com/privacy-policy/68536476 Terms & Conditions https://www.iubenda.com/terms-and-conditions/68536476

About

AcuSpark2

This app guides you through using your sewing machine with clear instructions and helpful tips. It can scan QR codes on your machine to provide specific guidance and inspiration, even without a connected device.

Highlights
  • Sewing machine usage instructions
  • QR code scanning for machine status
  • Step-by-step sewing method videos
  • Presser foot descriptions
  • Stitch chart
  • Multilingual support
Features
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AcuSpark2 is an app that explains how to use the sewing machine and provides useful tips. Read the QR code displayed on the sewing machine screen with AcuSpark2 and all your questions will be answered. AcuSpark2 can also be used without a sewing machine. The app acts as a concierge, offering support and inspiring new ideas. AcuSpark2 is compatible with the following sewing machine models: Please refer to the following link : https://www7.janome.co.jp/global/softupdate/acuspark2/ Reading QR codes (linking with sewing machine): * When the QR codes displayed on the sewing machine screen are read with AcuSpark2, instructions and know-how related to the status of the sewing machine appear in the app. Features: * Offers basic knowledge on how to use the sewing machine. * Step-by-step illustrative videos for learning special sewing methods are available. * Presser foot descriptions (including optional items) * Includes a stitch chart containing the sewing machine's built-in stitches Supported languages are as follows: * English * French * Spanish * Japanese * Changing language settings Language settings can be adjusted through device settings (Settings -> General -> Language & Region). (Method may vary depending on device.) Notes: * An internet connection is required to download the data and the communication charges shall be borne by the customer. * The email address development@gm.janome.co.jp is for feedback only and no replies will be sent to emails received. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Screenshots

Quiltful4 screens
AcuSpark24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Quiltful at 78% against AcuSpark2's 33%. Quiltful also leads on rating (4.4 vs 2.7) and update cadence (monthly vs every 8 months). AcuSpark2's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Quiltful sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. AcuSpark2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Quiltful holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Quiltful has 35 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Quiltful's written reviews are positive against 33% of AcuSpark2's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Quiltful ships an update monthly, AcuSpark2 every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Quiltful versus AcuSpark2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuiltfulAcuSpark2
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (35 ratings) — better2.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings35 — better3
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQuiltful, Inc.JANOME Corporation

Customer experience

Quiltful

All ratings35 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%

AcuSpark2

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Quiltful

Subscriptions4
  • Essential Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Essential Yearly$29.991 Year
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  • Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
None

AcuSpark2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Quiltful free?
Quiltful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AcuSpark2 free?
AcuSpark2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Quiltful or AcuSpark2?
Quiltful is rated higher. Quiltful averages 4.4 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while AcuSpark2 averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.
Do Quiltful or AcuSpark2 have ads?
Neither Quiltful nor AcuSpark2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Quiltful or AcuSpark2?
Quiltful ships an update monthly, and AcuSpark2 every 8 months. Most recently, Quiltful was updated on June 1, 2026 and AcuSpark2 on September 2, 2026.

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