# Threads Magazine vs Pretty Patches

The clearest difference is rating: Pretty Patches at 5.0 against Threads Magazine's 4.6. Pretty Patches also leads on iOS requirement (7.0 vs 13.0). Threads Magazine's advantage is ratings volume (320 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Threads Magazine sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 2 months and Pretty Patches sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pretty Patches holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threads Magazine has 320 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Threads Magazine ships an update every 7 months, Pretty Patches every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Threads Magazine | Pretty Patches |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (320 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads-magazine/id553196742/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pretty-patches/id889065205/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **320** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 41.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 7 months** | Every 13 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 96 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **7.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Taunton Interactive](https://appshunter.io/developer/397996279) | [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339) |

## What reviewers say

### Threads Magazine

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threads-magazine/id553196742)

Access comprehensive garment-sewing instruction on your iPad. This app offers digital delivery with enhanced features like searchable content, videos, and slideshows. It caters to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced sewers, covering all aspects of garment creation.

**Highlights:** Linkable and searchable content, Techniques videos, Slide shows, New trends, In-depth garment sewing instruction, Pattern adaptation and fitting advice

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threads Subscription | $5.99 | per 2 months |
| Threads Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Gifts to Make | $2.99 | one-time |
| December / January 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |
| February / March 2013 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fitting | $6.99 | one-time |
| Threads Classic Garment Sewing Skills | $6.99 | one-time |
| Make it Couture | $8.99 | one-time |
| SewStylish Fall Fashion 2014 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Threads Handbags | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast download and load times
- 👍 Great reading experience
- 💡 Useful interactive features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Issues with login and access
- 📥 Difficulty downloading/accessing past issues
- 🤔 Unclear subscription details and limitations

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on launch
- Unable to download/access purchased issues
- Login issues and lost subscription access

**Requested features**

- Update app to support latest iOS versions
- Improve stability and reliability
- Provide better access to past/archived issues
- Clarify subscription options and entitlements


### Pretty Patches

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pretty-patches/id889065205)

Discover a vibrant magazine filled with quilting and patchwork projects, inspiring ideas, and fabric crafts. Explore a wide range of makes, from quilts to accessories, using new or stash fabrics. Purchase individual issues or subscribe for continuous inspiration.

**Highlights:** Nearly 100 pages of projects, Inspiration for quilts and toys, Fashion and furniture updates, Use new or stash fabrics, Purchase current and back issues, Subscription options available, Pocketmags account for purchase protection

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Issue 5 Pretty Patches Mag... | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 1 Pretty Patches Mag... | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 14 Pretty Patches Ma... | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 28 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Issue 6 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 16 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 25 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 26 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Issue 44 Pretty Patches Ma... | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pretty Patches 4 Back Issue Bundle | $13.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Threads Magazine free?

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

### Is Pretty Patches free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Threads Magazine or Pretty Patches?

Pretty Patches is rated higher. Threads Magazine averages 4.6 out of 5 from 320 ratings, while Pretty Patches averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Threads Magazine or Pretty Patches have ads?

Neither Threads Magazine nor Pretty Patches shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Threads Magazine or Pretty Patches?

Threads Magazine ships an update every 7 months, and Pretty Patches every 13 months. Most recently, Threads Magazine was updated on November 1, 2026 and Pretty Patches on November 4, 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.*