Comparison

Stitch Graph Paper vs ORTganizer

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

Head to head
About

Stitch Graph Paper

Create intricate geometric and lace patterns for cross-stitch projects. This app also functions as a pixel art creator, offering a versatile tool for digital design. Easily share your creations as PDFs or images.

Highlights
  • Grid size up to 1,000 x 1,000
  • Unlimited graph paper creation
  • Context menu for pattern manipulation
  • Multiple display formats
  • Ruler and full-screen modes
  • Export to PDF, Image, and CSV
  • Apple Pencil support
Features
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This is a graph paper application for cross stitch. It is suitable for creating geometric patterns and lace patterns. It can also be used as a pixel art creator. ● Features - Grid size is up to 1,000 x 1,000 - Unlimited graph paper - Start Position: Selectable from top-left, center, bottom-right - Context Menu: copy, move, flip (horizontal), flip (vertical), clear - Repeat - Display Format: Selectable from Symbol, Symbol & Fill, Fill, Stitch - Ruler - Full Screen - Duplicate graph paper - Draft image - Apple Pencil support - Share / Output: PDF(A4), Image, CSV - Import from CSV file - Scale calculator ● Notes - Multiple symbols cannot be set in a single cell. For example, cross stitch and back stitch cannot be set in the same cell. - When exporting or inputting CSV data, some of the color and backstitch information cannot be handled. - The character encoding for CSV output is UTF-8. - There is no function to automatically convert from images.

About

ORTganizer

Manage needlepoint projects with thread catalogs, project tracking, and on-canvas stitch tagging. Access stitch tutorials and organize your creative journey.

Highlights
  • Thread management and cataloging
  • Project organization with deadlines
  • On-canvas stitch tagging
  • Stitch catalog with tutorial links
  • Image zoom and pan for tagging
  • Local file storage for projects
Features
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ORTganizer is the ultimate companion for stitchers who want to bring clarity, creativity, and organization to every needlepoint project. Designed with the needs of hobbyists and serious crafters in mind, ORTganizer helps you manage threads, track progress, and place stitch tags directly on your canvas image — all in one intuitive app. Whether you’re starting a new design or revisiting a favorite piece, ORTganizer keeps your projects organized, your threads cataloged, and your stitching experience magical. Thread Management: Build a personal catalog of threads with brand, color code, color name, type, hex color, quantity, and notes. Quickly browse and select threads when tagging your canvas. Project Organization: Create and store projects with metadata like name, description, image, creation date, and deadline. Load existing projects instantly from our secure database. Track deadlines with automatic reminders of days remaining or overdue status. Keep your project images safe and accessible. Smart Tagging: Tap directly on your project image to place tags at normalized coordinates, ensuring accuracy no matter how you zoom or pan. Assign sequential tag numbers automatically for easy reference. Save tags to your project database with references to threads or stitches, plus custom labels. Reload saved tags seamlessly when reopening a project, so your work is always preserved. Stitch Integration: Explore a growing catalog of stitches with IDs, names, categories, images, and tutorial links. Tag your canvas with predefined stitches or create custom stitches. Access external tutorials and reference images directly from within the app, making learning new techniques effortless. Image Handling: Load and display your project’s image file with full zoom and pan support. Normalize tap positions to image coordinates, ensuring tags stay consistent across devices and screen sizes. Clamp normalized values to prevent runaway tags outside the image bounds. Enjoy a clean, responsive interface that adapts to your workflow. Why ORTganizer? Needlepoint is more than a craft — it’s a journey of patience, creativity, and detail. ORTganizer was built to honor that journey by giving stitchers the tools to stay organized, inspired, and confident. From cataloging threads to tagging stitches, from tracking deadlines to accessing tutorials, ORTganizer is your all‑in‑one project manager. Whether you’re a beginner learning your first stitch or an experienced crafter managing multiple canvases, ORTganizer adapts to your needs. It’s practical, playful, and designed to make every project feel rewarding. ORTganizer — because every stitch deserves a place, and every project deserves to shine. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Stitch Graph Paper4 screens
ORTganizer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: ORTganizer at Free against Stitch Graph Paper's $2.99. ORTganizer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Stitch Graph Paper's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (22 vs 3). On ads, device support 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

ORTganizer is free to download; Stitch Graph Paper costs $2.99 up front. ORTganizer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Stitch Graph Paper asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ORTganizer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stitch Graph Paper has 22 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Stitch Graph Paper versus ORTganizer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStitch Graph PaperORTganizer
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating4.7 (22 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings22 — better3
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB183 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerhideko ogawaKyle Loyd

Customer experience

Stitch Graph Paper

All ratings22 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral9.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral66.7%
Negative33.3%

ORTganizer

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Stitch Graph Paper

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

ORTganizer

Subscriptions2
  • ORTganizer Pro Monthly$0.991 Month
  • ORTganizer Pro Yearly$8.991 Year
One-time1
  • ORTganizer Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Stitch Graph Paper free?
Stitch Graph Paper costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is ORTganizer free?
ORTganizer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stitch Graph Paper or ORTganizer?
ORTganizer is rated higher. Stitch Graph Paper averages 4.7 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while ORTganizer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Stitch Graph Paper or ORTganizer have ads?
Neither Stitch Graph Paper nor ORTganizer shows ads.

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