Comparison

Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ vs KnitReader

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

Head to head
About

Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ

A straightforward knitting counter designed for simplicity and ease of use. It allows users to track stitches and rows with intuitive gestures like tapping and flicking, offering essential features like undo/redo and customizable feedback.

Highlights
  • Tap to increase stitch count
  • Flick gestures for row count, undo/redo
  • Automatic stitch count reset on row advance
  • Auditory, visual, and haptic feedback
  • No project setup required
  • Prevents device sleep
Features
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"Men's Knitting Counter" is back! A simple and stylish knitting counter designed for men! ※1 No hassle with entering project names, needle sizes, or managing multiple projects at once! It's incredibly easy to use—just tap and flick! Start using it right after installation—no tedious setup or input required! Yet, it comes packed with useful features: reset the stitch count when advancing a row, undo, redo, and more! And with every action, it beeps, lights up, or vibrates, ensuring clear feedback! ※2 Simple, reliable, and built to last. Give it a try today! \(^o^)/ Quick How-To: Tap to increase the stitch count. Flick down to decrease the stitch count. Flick up to increase the row count and reset the stitch count to zero. Flick left to undo the last action. Flick right to redo. Long press to reset everything to zero. In the stitch and row windows, you can also tap or flick down to adjust counts. A simple guide is available in the app. ※1 This app is also perfect for women! ※2 iPad does not support vibration. Please be cautious of strong light flashes when tapping rapidly. ※ The app prevents the device from sleeping while in use. Monitor your battery level carefully. ※ Full-screen ads may appear if the app is left idle for 5 minutes.

About

KnitReader

Features
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Load your knitting or crochet chart as an image or PDF and easily keep track of which row you're on. [How to use] 1. Import a chart (image or PDF) from your photo library or Files 2. Set up row positions with drag & pinch, or let Auto Fit find the rows in your image 3. Tap + to advance, − to go back [Features] · Row marker: highlights your current row · Auto Fit: detects the rows in your chart image and fits them one by one · Check count: tracks your total row progress · Handwriting: write notes while viewing your chart · Project saving: save and resume your work anytime · iCloud sync: continue your progress on iPhone and iPad · KnitStock: open charts you registered in KnitStock [Paid plans (one-time purchase, no subscription)] · Circle, oval and column settings: works with round yokes and charts knitted in the round · Simple counters: up to 5 custom counters for rows, stitches and more · Alerts: get notified when you reach a set row or count · Dot Mode: color the grid like pixel art Starter Plan: all features + save up to 5 projects Premium Plan: all features + save up to 50 projects (Free: save 1 project)

Screenshots

Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ4 screens
KnitReader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ at none against KnitReader's 2. Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). KnitReader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price and device support 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. KnitReader sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ ships an update every 3 weeks, KnitReader weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ versus KnitReader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManly Knits Counter ⅢKnitReader
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKOUSEI KURODAYui Akiba

In-app purchases

None

Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

KnitReader

One-time2
  • Starter Plan$0.99
  • Premium Plan$2.99

Questions

Is Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ free?
Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KnitReader free?
KnitReader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ or KnitReader have ads?
Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ shows ads; KnitReader does not.
Which is updated more often, Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ or KnitReader?
Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ ships an update every 3 weeks, and KnitReader weekly. Most recently, Manly Knits Counter Ⅲ was updated on November 2, 2026 and KnitReader on November 9, 2026.

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