# StitchPal vs Threadalog

The clearest difference is monetization model: StitchPal at free against Threadalog's freemium. StitchPal also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). Threadalog's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks) and review sentiment (85% vs 71%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StitchPal sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for StitchPal against 4.8 for Threadalog. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threadalog has 193 ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 71% of StitchPal's written reviews are positive against 85% of Threadalog's.

StitchPal ships an update every 3 weeks, Threadalog every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StitchPal | Threadalog |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchpal/id1550536005/reviews) | **[4.8 (193 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 18 | **193** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **84.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 63 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mark Davis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499759461) | [Deborah Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563961825) |

## What reviewers say

### StitchPal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchpal/id1550536005)

This app helps cross-stitchers manage their projects. Users can add patterns, track progress with photos, and share their work with friends. It aims to make the crafting experience more enjoyable and organized.

**Highlights:** Add cross-stitch patterns, Track project progress, Take progress photos, Share projects with friends, Easy-to-use interface

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove banner ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| StitchPal Premium | $2.99 | one-time |


### Threadalog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432)

Manage your needlework supplies and projects with this comprehensive inventory and organization tool. Track threads, fabrics, beads, and patterns for various crafts. Plan your projects, create shopping lists, and avoid duplicate purchases.

**Highlights:** Track thread, fabric, beads, and patterns, Create shopping lists, Plan and journal projects, Search and sort inventory, Supports numerous thread brands, Add custom threads and notes

**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 StitchPal free?

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

### Is Threadalog free?

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

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

Threadalog is rated higher. StitchPal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Threadalog averages 4.8 from 193 ratings.

### Do StitchPal or Threadalog have ads?

Neither StitchPal nor Threadalog shows ads.

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

StitchPal ships an update every 3 weeks, and Threadalog every 5 days. Most recently, StitchPal was updated on October 24, 2026 and Threadalog on October 30, 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.*