# Exactly vs Just CrossStitch

The clearest difference is rating: Just CrossStitch at 4.7 against Exactly's 2.2. Just CrossStitch also leads on ratings volume (113 vs 14) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.6). Exactly's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 36) and update cadence (every 5 months vs every 13 months). On price, review sentiment, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Just CrossStitch sells 35 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Exactly asks for nothing beyond the download.

Just CrossStitch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Just CrossStitch has 113 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 27% of Exactly's written reviews are positive against 21% of Just CrossStitch's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Exactly ships an update every 5 months, Just CrossStitch every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Exactly | Just CrossStitch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exactly/id315268140/reviews) | **[4.7 (113 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-crossstitch/id626199233/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **113** |
| Positive reviews | **26.5% of reviews** | 20.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 months** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Exact Editions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/315268143) | [Annie's Publishing, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/453992450) |

## What reviewers say

### Exactly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/exactly/id315268140)

Access magazines and newspapers on your iPad and iPhone in their original full-color format. Enjoy interactive features like live web links and zoom capabilities. Explore free content from numerous publications or use your subscription for the latest issues.

**Highlights:** Full-color digital editions, Live web links, Zoom and swipe navigation, Thumbnail page view, Bookmark pages, Offline reading sync

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Just CrossStitch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/just-crossstitch/id626199233)

Access a digital magazine dedicated to counted cross-stitch, featuring charts, instructions, and material lists for intermediate to advanced hobbyists. Enjoy a free trial and optional subscriptions for regular and special issues.

**Highlights:** Counted cross-stitch magazine, Intermediate to advanced hobbyist focus, Easy-to-read charts, Detailed instructions, Complete materials lists, Includes Christmas Ornaments annual

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

**In-app purchases (35)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Just CrossStitch | $1.99 | per month |
| Just CrossStitch | $19.99 | per year |
| September/Octob... (id:351028) | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2013 (id:343472) | $5.99 | one-time |
| March/April 2013 (id:343473) | $5.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2015 (id:343455) | $6.99 | one-time |
| January/Februar... (id:351026) | $6.99 | one-time |
| October 2016 (id:343443) | $6.99 | one-time |
| August 2016 (id:343445) | $6.99 | one-time |
| June 2016 (id:343446) | $6.99 | one-time |
| April 2016 (id:343447) | $6.99 | one-time |
| May/June 2014 (id:343464) | $6.99 | one-time |
| June 2017 (id:343437) | $6.99 | one-time |
| December 2018 (id:343422) | $6.99 | one-time |
| July/August 2014 (id:343463) | $6.99 | one-time |
| November/Decemb... (id:351024) | $6.99 | one-time |
| November/Decemb... (id:351023) | $6.99 | one-time |
| October 2021 (id:360567) | $6.99 | one-time |
| December 2016 (id:343440) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Oct-23 (id:720655) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2014 (id:343462) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2016 (id:343444) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2019 (id:343417) | $9.99 | one-time |
| SIP Halloween 2018 (id:343426) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2013 (id:343470) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Christmas Ornam... (id:352040) | $9.99 | one-time |
| September Octob... (id:352070) | $9.99 | one-time |
| September Octob... (id:352072) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2022 (id:688531) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ornaments 24 (pp:1003704) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2017 (id:343435) | $9.99 | one-time |
| SIP Halloween F... (id:358040) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 24 (pp:1003710) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Halloween 2026 (pp:1143187) | $12.99 | one-time |
| Just CrossStitch | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Exactly free?

Exactly is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Just CrossStitch free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Exactly or Just CrossStitch?

Just CrossStitch is rated higher. Exactly averages 2.2 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Just CrossStitch averages 4.7 from 113 ratings.

### Do Exactly or Just CrossStitch have ads?

Neither Exactly nor Just CrossStitch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Exactly or Just CrossStitch?

Exactly ships an update every 5 months, and Just CrossStitch every 13 months. Most recently, Exactly was updated on September 24, 2026 and Just CrossStitch on September 22, 2026.

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