# ThreadBook vs Cross Stitch Creations

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ThreadBook at 66% against Cross Stitch Creations's 0%. ThreadBook also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 27 months) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). Cross Stitch Creations's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $14.99). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

ThreadBook costs $14.99 and Cross Stitch Creations $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ThreadBook ships an update monthly, Cross Stitch Creations every 27 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThreadBook | Cross Stitch Creations |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | **[4.2 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadbook/id1473738358/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **52** | — |
| Positive reviews | **65.9% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 27 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#200** | — |
| Size | 138 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.1** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Software Miracles](https://appshunter.io/developer/455553681) | [Kevin Bowes](https://appshunter.io/developer/301303002) |

## What reviewers say

### ThreadBook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadbook/id1473738358)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your sewing, needlework, and embroidery threads with a comprehensive digital library. Track your existing threads, create shopping lists, and find perfect color matches using advanced search or your device's camera. Instantly convert thread colors between brands and types.

**Highlights:** Extensive thread library (50,000+ threads), Track 'My Threads' and 'Shopping List', Search by thread number or color, Color matching via camera or photo, Instant cross-brand thread conversion, Automatic library updates, Cross-device synchronization

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for thread organization
- 💡 Valuable thread matching feature
- 👍 Manages inventory and colors
- 👍 Custom thread names possible
- 👍 Refreshing one-time fee model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Difficult to figure out how to use
- 😞 No YouTube tutorials available
- 😞 Impossible to add single threads
- 😞 Impossible to add whole collections
- 😞 App crashes frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes every time it's opened
- App closes immediately after opening
- iPad data completely gone
- Unable to restore data
- iPad app not showing multiple spools

**Requested features**

- Revamp app for intuitiveness
- Add YouTube video tutorials
- Make it easier to add single threads
- Allow adding whole collections easily
- Use a photo of the skein for comparison


### Cross Stitch Creations

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cross-stitch-creations/id1583500368)

Transform your photos into custom cross stitch patterns. Manage your thread colors, specify pattern dimensions, and track your progress directly within the app. Eliminate the need for paper charts with this digital solution.

**Highlights:** Create patterns from any picture, Crop and rotate images, Specify pattern size (stitches/inches), Set Aida thread count, Limit thread colors, Track finished stitches, Manage DMC color stash

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ThreadBook free?

ThreadBook costs $14.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Cross Stitch Creations free?

Cross Stitch Creations costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Do ThreadBook or Cross Stitch Creations have ads?

Neither ThreadBook nor Cross Stitch Creations shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ThreadBook or Cross Stitch Creations?

ThreadBook ships an update monthly, and Cross Stitch Creations every 27 months. Most recently, ThreadBook was updated on November 3, 2026 and Cross Stitch Creations on November 3, 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.*