Comparison

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter vs ShelfNote

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

Head to head
About

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter

This app helps crafters manage their yarn stash, store PDF patterns, and track project progress with a built-in row counter. It offers modern amigurumi recipes and tutorials, simplifying the crafting process for mobile users.

Highlights
  • PDF pattern import and storage
  • Row and stitch counter
  • Yarn stash manager
  • Project progress tracking
  • Amigurumi recipes and tutorials
  • Cloud synchronization for patterns
Features
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SIMPLE CROCHET APP WITH A ROW COUNTER PDF upload and stuffed amigurumi animals.Preview and store PDF patterns, count rows, track progress, upload patterns from other apps or marketplaces like Etsy, ravelry app, etc. Use row counters with + and -, check timer and track your knitting or crochet DIY patterns PATTERNS CRAFTED SPECIALLY FOR MOBILE The new way patterns are crafted and optimised specially for mobile devices. Lowers the bar on users who can craft projects, increasing an audience that can be reached. Crochet app team finds best amigurumi patterns and makes crafts with the best crocheters, adds them to yarn free app. YARN APP, STASH MANAGER AND SHOPPING LIST Gathered best yarn collections from best manufacturers: YarnArt, Drops, Alize, Schachenmayr, DMC, etc. Allows to control stock of items for crocheting, yarn stash, crochet hooks and other tools. Helps creators to make sure stash and yarns are always full and ready. NEW STANDARDS FOR EASY CROCHET PATTERNS PDF’s that are currently published by creators are not optimised for mobile devices. Not user friendly on mobile devices, no search, no progress, no interaction. New format solves it all, as well as expands the possibilities for crocheters on what they can create. Easy crafts and amigurumi, clothes and accessories, instructions, even bought from other stores, like etsy, stashes, row counter and stitches counts are synchronised with cloud and will be present on the account with premium features. FEATURES & TOOLS: - Project preview & instructions - Row counter & counting app - Yarn list & existing yarns - Rows, project & part timer - Modern amigurumi recipes - Video / Photo in patterns app - Project completion time planner - Basic Crochet & knitting tutorials - Hook size chart - Knitting needles size charts - Completed projects - PDF import & notes - Free multiple row counter - Yarn marketplace EASY TO GET PATTERN No need to trust each seller individually. Guarantee of a purchase, refund and quality assurance from the Crochetapp platform. Users don’t need to adjust to payment methods provided by creators, just purchase with their Apple pay. Also, there are more than 15 free crochet & knitting projects in the app already available, for the apps craft. PDF INSTRUCTIONS IN CLOUD Many instructions are stored in different places, devices and ways. As payments happen from various sources and creators, it will allow users to keep their instructions forever. SINGLE FORMAT FOR CRAFTED PROJECTS Every creator has their own style and format of crafted toys or items, product is built to give the best possible experience and format for the end user. It is a completely new approach to visual information, abbreviations and style of description. Explanations, tips and instructions available, as well as needed materials and yarn warehouse Privacy policy: https://crochetappdev-e8fb0.web.app/#/privacy-policy Terms and conditions: https://crochetappdev-e8fb0.web.app/#/terms

About

ShelfNote

Features
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ShelfNote is a personal smart shelf designed to help you remember what you want to watch, read, listen to, play, or discover later. Instead of adding a movie, series, book, album, podcast, or game to an ordinary list, you place it on a shelf of your own. Create its label, edit the text, adjust its size and position, then leave it in its place on your shelf. With ShelfNote, you can: • Keep everything you want to watch, read, listen to, and play in one place. • Add completed items to your collection. • Create shelves for Movies & TV, Books, Music, Podcasts, and Games. • Design a custom label for every item. • Arrange and reorder the objects on your shelf. • Share your shelf and show your collection to others. • Quickly open supported platforms and stores related to your saved items. ShelfNote turns digital lists into a more personal and visible experience. Your saved items do not disappear into another folder; they take their place on a shelf that feels like yours. No account is required. Your data stays on your device. An optional Style Pack lets you personalize your shelf with alternative shelf themes and object designs. Made for iPhone Duo: enjoy a dedicated outer-display layout, then unfold for a spacious view of your personal shelves. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter4 screens
ShelfNote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ShelfNote at none against Crochet Patterns-Row Counter's shown. Crochet Patterns-Row Counter's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases 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. Crochet Patterns-Row Counter sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and ShelfNote sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter ships an update every 2 weeks, ShelfNote every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Crochet Patterns-Row Counter versus ShelfNote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrochet Patterns-Row CounterShelfNote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size133 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCrochet App SIAMUSTAFA CAN ERDEM

Bugs and requests

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Sync issues with Apple Watch
  • PDF notes formatting problems
  • Counters resetting after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • More pattern variety
  • Ability to upload own patterns
  • Offline mode for counters
  • Dark mode option
  • Better organization for PDFs and counters

ShelfNote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Crochet Patterns-Row Counter

Subscriptions8
  • Crochet Monthly Premium7 Days trial$1.491 Month
  • Crochet Monthly Premium2 variants$2.491 Month
  • Crochet Monthly Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
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  • Crochet Monthly Premium7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Crochet Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Three months Crochet Premium7 Days trial$5.493 Months
  • Crochet One Year Premium7 Days trial$17.991 Year
  • Crochet One Year Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$39.99
1 purchases

ShelfNote

One-time1
  • ShelfNote Style Pack$0.99

Questions

Is Crochet Patterns-Row Counter free?
Crochet Patterns-Row Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShelfNote free?
ShelfNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Crochet Patterns-Row Counter or ShelfNote have ads?
Crochet Patterns-Row Counter shows ads; ShelfNote does not.
Which is updated more often, Crochet Patterns-Row Counter or ShelfNote?
Crochet Patterns-Row Counter ships an update every 2 weeks, and ShelfNote every 2 months. Most recently, Crochet Patterns-Row Counter was updated on November 3, 2026 and ShelfNote on October 31, 2026.

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