Comparison

Threads Magazine vs Love Patchwork & Quilting

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

Head to head
About

Threads Magazine

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
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Enjoy Threads – the best garment-sewing information anywhere – on your iPad. Convenient digital delivery includes unique bonus features and enhancements: linkable and searchable content, techniques videos, slide shows, new trends, and more. A FREE sample issue is included with the app. No other sewing brand delivers the caliber of garment-sewing instruction provided by Threads: in-depth information, tailored to suit beginners to advanced sewers. From learning sewing fundamentals to mastering advanced skills, Threads covers every aspect of garment sewing: inspiring ideas, patterns, fabrics, insider secrets and designer techniques for adapting patterns, fitting, tailoring, and embellishments. SUBSCRIPTION PLANS ARE AVAILABLE. Download the Threads Magazine app, then subscribe or buy issues individually. If you are currently a print subscriber or a paid Threads Insider, you can get access to digital editions FREE -- absolutely no extra cost. Simply sign in with your customer number or member email in the Settings tab. Auto-renewable Subscription plans: 1 year (6 issues) - $32.99(automatically renewed until canceled) 2 Months (1 issue) - $5.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) Single copies - $6.99 (not automatically renewed) Many of our other celebrated newsstand-only publications are available for individual purchase, including SewStylish and CraftStylish. - All purchases (inc. subscriptions) will be charged to your iTunes account at the confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions will automatically renew within 24 hours of the end of the current subscription. - If you would like to cancel your subscription please do so before this 24 hour period by accessing your iTunes account settings. - Please be aware that subscriptions cannot be cancelled/refunded once purchased. - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Terms of use: - All content in the Threads Magazine app is copyright Active Interest Media. All rights reserved. - Terms of use and privacy policy apply when accessing content via the Active Interest Media app. - Privacy Policy - https://www.aimmedia.com/privacy-policy/ - Terms of Use - https://www.aimmedia.com/terms-of-service/ // Credits Threads Magazine is published by Active Interest Media. iPhone/iPad application developed by Paperlit

About

Love Patchwork & Quilting

Discover modern quilting projects, from quilts and cushions to gifts and home decor. Each issue provides step-by-step instructions, tips, and inspiration for quilters of all skill levels. Explore new techniques, designer features, and fabric collections.

Highlights
  • Modern quilting projects
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Crafty tips and ideas
  • New techniques
  • Designer features
  • Fabric collection inspiration
Features
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In Love Patchwork & Quilting you’ll find gorgeous modern quilting projects for all abilities, from fabulous quilts and cushions to fun gifts and on-trend home-style. With a mix of large designs to get your teeth into, and smaller ones to whip up quickly, you'll always have a make on the go. Step-by-step instructions make each project easy to follow, while top tips and crafty ideas ensure you’re always discovering new skills and ways to use your fabric! Every month you’ll also find new techniques to try, fascinating features about the designers you love, contemporary inspiration to spark your creativity, the latest fabric collections you'll want for your stash, and news, reviews and advice to help you get the most from your hobby. Whatever your quilting ability, from beginner to beyond, we share your love for patchwork and quilting on every single page! Subscriptions and Single Issues Customers can buy single issues and subscriptions using In App Purchase Subscriptions are available on monthly or annual terms. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period • You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. This does not affect your statutory rights • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription • The app may offer a free trial. At the end of the free trial period, the full price of the subscription will be charged thereafter. Cancellations must occur 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Visit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098 for more information. The subscription will include the current issue if you do not already own it and subsequently published future issues. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. If you would like to get in touch with the team for more information or support please email appsfaq@buysubscriptions.com or alternatively you can visit our App support page https://immediate1.typeform.com/to/kc5nri Immediate Media Company Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://policies.immediate.co.uk/privacy/ http://www.immediate.co.uk/terms-and-conditions * please note: this digital edition does not include the covermount gifts or supplements you would find with printed copies*

Screenshots

Threads Magazine4 screens
Love Patchwork & Quilting4 screens

Verdict

The call

Threads Magazine and Love Patchwork & Quilting both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 68% of Love Patchwork & Quilting's written reviews are positive against 41% of Threads Magazine's. Love Patchwork & Quilting also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 7 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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

Both are free to download. Threads Magazine sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 2 months and Love Patchwork & Quilting sells 19 in-app purchases, starting at $6.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Threads Magazine against 4.6 for Love Patchwork & Quilting. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 320 and 139 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 41% of Threads Magazine's written reviews are positive against 68% of Love Patchwork & Quilting's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Threads Magazine ships an update every 7 months, Love Patchwork & Quilting every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Threads Magazine versus Love Patchwork & Quilting: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreads MagazineLove Patchwork & Quilting
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (320 ratings)4.6 (139 ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.2% of reviews67.6% of reviews — better
Number of ratings320 — better139
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB42 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTaunton InteractiveOur Media Limited

Customer experience

Threads Magazine

All ratings318 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews102 reviews
Positive41.2%
Neutral10.8%
Negative48.0%

Love Patchwork & Quilting

All ratings139 ratings
Positive92.1%
Neutral0.7%
Negative7.2%
Written reviews71 reviews
Positive67.6%
Neutral4.2%
Negative28.2%

User reviews

Threads Magazine

From 320 App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Love Patchwork & Quilting

From 139 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Wonderful magazine content
  • 💡 Inspiring projects and patterns
  • 📱 Convenient digital access
  • 💰 Affordable pricing for digital issues
  • 🖼️ Beautiful photography and layout

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent app crashes
  • 🚫 Issues not loading or downloading
  • 💸 Charged for nothing/lost purchases
  • 🪲 Unreliable app performance
  • ❌ Broken or outdated links

Bugs and requests

Threads Magazine

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

Love Patchwork & Quilting

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • App crashes when scrolling through issues
  • Purchased issues not accessible after update
  • App crashes before download finishes
  • Lost purchased magazines after app update
  • App not letting access after update
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  • Purchased issues not loading on new iPad
  • Lost earlier issues after program upgrade
  • Constant crashes and inability to open magazines
  • Black screen and 0% frozen when opening subscription issues
  • App says user doesn't own an issue they know they do
  • Unable to restore old issues
  • Previous issues not loading after a new issue release
  • Missing steps in patterns
  • Charged twice for an issue
  • Special editions disappearing from apps
  • Broken links to templates
  • Unable to print pages and templates
  • Old app version was better for printing

Requested features

8 requests
  • Ability to download magazines for offline access
  • Improved app stability and reliability
  • Fix for issues not loading after purchase
  • Restore lost purchased issues
  • Option to print patterns
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  • Better customer support response
  • Fix for app crashing when scrolling through issues
  • Ability to multitask with videos while using the app

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Threads Magazine

Subscriptions3
  • Threads Subscription$5.992 Months
  • Threads Subscription$29.991 Year
  • 1 Year Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time10
  • Gifts to Make$2.99
  • December / January 2013$6.99
  • February / March 2013$6.99
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  • Fitting$6.99
  • Threads Classic Garment Sewing Skills$6.99
  • SewStylish Spring Fashion 2017$6.99
  • Threads October/November 2014$6.99
  • Make it Couture$8.99
  • SewStylish Fall Fashion 2014$8.99
  • Threads Handbags$8.99
19 purchases

Love Patchwork & Quilting

Subscriptions6
  • 1-Month Subscription$6.491 Month
  • 3-Month Subscription$16.993 Months
  • Love Patchwork & Quilting$56.991 Year
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  • 12-Month Subscription$59.991 Year
  • 12-Month Subscription Bundle$59.991 Year
  • 12-Month Subscription1 Year trial$60.991 Year
One-time13
  • Free Sampler 15Free
  • Issue 17$5.99
  • Issue 21$5.99
Show 10 more
  • Issue 30$5.99
  • Issue 66$5.99
  • Issue 54$5.99
  • Issue 70$5.99
  • Issue 90$5.99
  • Issue 144$6.99
  • Issue 142$6.99
  • Issue 140$6.99
  • Issue 136$6.99
  • Complete Your Collection$59.99

Questions

Is Threads Magazine free?
Threads Magazine is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Love Patchwork & Quilting free?
Love Patchwork & Quilting is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Threads Magazine or Love Patchwork & Quilting?
Love Patchwork & Quilting is rated higher. Threads Magazine averages 4.6 out of 5 from 320 ratings, while Love Patchwork & Quilting averages 4.6 from 139 ratings.
Do Threads Magazine or Love Patchwork & Quilting have ads?
Neither Threads Magazine nor Love Patchwork & Quilting shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Threads Magazine or Love Patchwork & Quilting?
Threads Magazine ships an update every 7 months, and Love Patchwork & Quilting every 3 months. Most recently, Threads Magazine was updated on October 23, 2026 and Love Patchwork & Quilting on October 26, 2026.

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