StitchBuddy HD vs ORTganizer

Have your machine embroidery designs always at hand, wherever you are! Enjoy beautiful previews on your iPhone and iPad, manage and modify designs down to stitch level, and stay in sync with your computer. Features: • Rotate, flip, move, resize, or delete selected parts or the entire design. • Resize selected parts or the entire design (without adjusting the stitch count). • Copy and paste to duplicate parts, or to combine different designs. • Center a design in the hoop. • Add basting stitches to fix the underlay. • Change individual thread colors, or replace the entire palette. • Select from several different manufacturer thread charts. • Reorder threads and delete color changes. • Display options incl. zooming, 3D stitch display, or stitch structure. • File management with folders and design previews. • Print detail sheets via AirPrint. • Share design files, detail sheets, or real-size templates (PDF). • Multiple levels of Undo while editing. • Convert designs to other embroidery file formats. • Synchronization between different devices via iCloud. • Supports various storage locations including USB sticks. • Open designs in other applications or share by AirDrop. Supported import formats (read): • Janome JEF, JEF+, JPX, SEW • Brother PES, PEC • Melco EXP • Bernina EXP+ (not supported by Preview / Thumbnail) • Tajima DST • Pfaff VP3, KSM, PCS, PCQ, PCD Supported export formats (write): • Janome JEF • Brother PES v1.0 (130 x 180 mm), PEC • Melco EXP • Bernina EXP+ • Tajima DST • Pfaff PCS You can test StitchBuddy HD with all functions for free (saving designs is limited to 1,000 stitches). Unlock this limitation via In-App purchase if you like StitchBuddy HD and want to support its development ... and please share your experience with others by leaving a rating or review! Additional information, FAQs and video tutorials can be found at StitchBuddy's website. NOTE: StitchBuddy HD does not digitize embroidery designs.

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/