# StitchHub vs Patchwork

The clearest difference is rating: Patchwork at 5.0 against StitchHub's 3.5. Patchwork also leads on ads (none vs shown). StitchHub's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StitchHub sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Patchwork sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Patchwork holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StitchHub | Patchwork |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchhub-cross-stitch/id1638915175/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchwork-pattern-editor/id6775272839/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 83 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.6** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Diana Białogrzywa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1101210882) | [Troy Thomas](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775272841) |

## What reviewers say

### StitchHub

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stitchhub-cross-stitch/id1638915175)

Create, import, and edit cross stitch patterns with a comprehensive toolset. Track your stitching progress, design new patterns from images, and manage materials. Offers realistic previews and advanced design features for stitchers and designers.

**Highlights:** Create and import cross stitch patterns, Track stitching progress, Convert images to patterns, Manage materials and exports, Realistic embroidery preview, Support for multiple stitch types, Layer management for designs

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stitcher Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Designer Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Studio Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Stitcher Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Designer Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Studio Annual | $119.99 | per year |


### Patchwork

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/patchwork-pattern-editor/id6775272839)

Create detailed charts for various crafts like cross stitch, knitting, and crochet. Transform photos into stitchable patterns, generate designs with AI, and match real-world thread colors. Export your work and track progress stitch by stitch.

**Highlights:** Design on a live pixel grid, Convert photos to patterns, AI-generated design starting points, Match real thread colors (DMC, Anchor, Madeira), Export charts, PDFs, and shopping lists, Crafting mode for progress tracking, Private and ad-free

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Patchwork Pro | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StitchHub free?

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

### Is Patchwork free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StitchHub or Patchwork?

Patchwork is rated higher. StitchHub averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Patchwork averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do StitchHub or Patchwork have ads?

StitchHub shows ads; Patchwork does not.

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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.*