# ThreadBook vs Threadalog

The clearest difference is price: Threadalog at Free against ThreadBook's $14.99. Threadalog also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 5 days vs monthly). ThreadBook's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and chart position (#55 vs unranked). On ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Threadalog is free to download; ThreadBook costs $14.99 up front. Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. ThreadBook 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 — 52 and 189 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of ThreadBook's written reviews are positive against 84% of Threadalog's.

ThreadBook ships an update monthly, Threadalog every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThreadBook | Threadalog |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $14.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.2 (52 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadbook/id1473738358/reviews) | **[4.8 (189 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 52 | **189** |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | **84.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#55** | — |
| Size | 138 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.1 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Software Miracles](https://appshunter.io/developer/455553681) | [Deborah Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563961825) |

## What reviewers say

### ThreadBook

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

**Currently charting:** #55 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


### 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 ThreadBook free?

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

### Is Threadalog free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ThreadBook or Threadalog?

Threadalog is rated higher. ThreadBook averages 4.2 out of 5 from 52 ratings, while Threadalog averages 4.8 from 189 ratings.

### Do ThreadBook or Threadalog have ads?

Neither ThreadBook nor Threadalog shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ThreadBook or Threadalog?

ThreadBook ships an update monthly, and Threadalog every 5 days. Most recently, ThreadBook was updated on September 24, 2026 and Threadalog on September 23, 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.*