Comparison

棒針編み辞典 160記号 vs LoopCraft

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

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About

棒針編み辞典 160記号

This app serves as a comprehensive guide for knitting enthusiasts, offering a dictionary of approximately 160 knitting symbols with illustrated instructions. It also features a Q&A section to address common knitting problems and a pattern book showcasing over 300 unique designs.

Highlights
  • 160+ knitting symbols with illustrations
  • Q&A for common knitting issues
  • 300+ knitting patterns
  • Video tutorials for techniques
  • Favorite content saving
Features
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"□ 棒針編み記号辞典約160記号! □ 棒針編み充実したQ&A! □ 棒針編み模様300点を紹介! 【棒針編み記号辞典】 基本的な記号から高度な記号まで約160記号を紹介! 棒針編みの編み目記号の編み方をわかりやすいイラストで解説。基本の編み目から、減目・増し目、交差網や段方向の編み目、玉編み目などを解説しています。また、縞模様と編み込み模様も掲載しています。 編み方動画は、ストリーミング再生でゆっくり何度でも確認できます。 (音声での解説はありません) 【棒針編みQ&A】 棒針のお悩みにQ&A方式でお応えしています! メンズアランセーターとレディース模様編みカーディガンの2作品を中心テーマに、編み図の見方、棒針編みの編み方、とじ方やはぎ方、仕上げ方などのポイントを、わかりやすく解説しています。編み図のサイズと実際に編みたいセーターのサイズは違うもの。サイズの合わせ方、きれいな袖付けや衿ぐり、模様編みのコツなど、ウエアを編む際によくある疑問を載せています。気に入ったセーターを見つけて編み始めたのに編み方の応用が利かないという方のためのお助けアプリです。 【棒針編みパターンブック】 オリジナルニットに使いたい模様300点を紹介! 美しい編み地の写真とわかりやすい記号図で解説しています。シンプルな地模様、繊細なレース模様、印象的な交差模様。繰り返すことによって生まれる模様のリズムの美しさ、素材との相乗効果によって生まれる思いもよらない素敵さ。組み合わせることで、無限のバリエーションが出来上が流のも模様編みの特徴です。そのままでも、模様同士を組み合わせたり、さらにアレンジを加えたりして、オリジナルニットのデザインにお役立てください。 【お気に入り】 お気に入り機能を使って、見直したいコンテンツやお気に入りの記号やパターンをまとめておくことができます。 【広告コンテンツについて】 全てのコンテンツは広告の閲覧によって無料で見ることができます。"

About

LoopCraft

This app guides users through knitting projects with video tutorials, a pattern library, and smart tools. It helps manage supplies, track progress, and offers AI assistance for troubleshooting. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

Highlights
  • Stitch video tutorials
  • Curated knitting patterns library
  • PDF pattern parser and manager
  • Materials kit tracker
  • Smart knitting counter
  • AI knitting assistant
Features
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LoopCraft is your all-in-one companion for knitting success, built for crafters at every skill level—from beginners learning their first stitch to experts designing unique projects. It combines step-by-step guidance, smart tools, and AI support to turn your knitting ideas into reality. Main Features: •••Stitch Video Tutorials••• Learn every technique at your own pace with clear, pauseable video tutorials. Whether you’re mastering basics like garter stitch or tackling advanced skills like cable knitting, each video breaks down steps so you can follow along easily—no more missing a detail. •••Curated Knitting Patterns Library••• Dive into thousands of handpicked knitting patterns (scarves, sweaters, amigurumi, and more), each paired with simple, actionable guides. Find designs that match your skill level, then follow step-by-step instructions to bring them to life. •••Knitting PDF Parser & Manager••• Say goodbye to messy paper patterns. Upload your knitting PDFs to LoopCraft’s built-in parser—annotate notes, zoom in on tricky sections, and store all your favorites in one easy-to-find place. Access your patterns anytime, anywhere. •••Materials Kit Tracker••• Never lose track of your supplies again. Log your needles, yarn, and tools in the kit manager to see exactly what’s in your stash. Check what you have before starting a new project, so you never run out mid-knit. •••Smart Knitting Counter••• Skip manual counting and stay on track with the handy Counter tool. It automatically tracks rows, stitches, or repeats, so you can focus on your craft instead of keeping tally—no more starting over from a mistake. •••Ask AI for Knitting Solutions••• Stuck on a dropped stitch? Unsure how to adjust a pattern size? Just Ask AI—LoopCraft’s smart assistant answers all your knitting questions, anytime. Get quick, clear advice to fix issues and keep your project moving. LoopCraft isn’t just an app—it’s your partner in every knitting journey. Download now and turn every loop into a masterpiece! Privacy Policy: https://app.loopcraftai.com/en/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://app.loopcraftai.com/en/agreement.html

Screenshots

棒針編み辞典 160記号4 screens
LoopCraft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LoopCraft at 4.7 against 棒針編み辞典 160記号's 1.0. LoopCraft also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (56% vs 30%). 棒針編み辞典 160記号's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. LoopCraft sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. 棒針編み辞典 160記号 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LoopCraft holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LoopCraft has 5.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 30% of 棒針編み辞典 160記号's written reviews are positive against 56% of LoopCraft's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

棒針編み辞典 160記号 ships an update every 7 months, LoopCraft every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
棒針編み辞典 160記号 versus LoopCraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter棒針編み辞典 160記号LoopCraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (5.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews30.0% of reviews56.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15.5K — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#183 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB135 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNIHON VOGUE CO.,LTD.Scala technology limited

Customer experience

棒針編み辞典 160記号

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive30.0%
Neutral30.0%
Negative40.0%

LoopCraft

All ratings5,482 ratings
Positive92.2%
Neutral3.6%
Negative4.1%
Written reviews262 reviews
Positive56.5%
Neutral12.6%
Negative30.9%

Bugs and requests

棒針編み辞典 160記号

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

LoopCraft

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Cannot access content without paying

Requested features

2 requests
  • More knitting patterns
  • Video instructions for patterns

In-app purchases

None

棒針編み辞典 160記号

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

LoopCraft

Subscriptions10
  • LoopCraft Weekly Premium$3.997 Days
  • Premium: 1st Month Offer1 Month trial$29.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Pattern Yearly Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • LoopCraft Premium: 7-Day Trial7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Premium: 1st Month Sale Offer1 Month trial$34.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Premium1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Premium: 1st Month Offer1 Month trial$39.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Pattern Yearly Premium$39.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Yearly Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • LoopCraft Yearly Premium7 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is 棒針編み辞典 160記号 free?
棒針編み辞典 160記号 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LoopCraft free?
LoopCraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, 棒針編み辞典 160記号 or LoopCraft?
LoopCraft is rated higher. 棒針編み辞典 160記号 averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while LoopCraft averages 4.7 from 5.5K ratings.
Do 棒針編み辞典 160記号 or LoopCraft have ads?
Neither 棒針編み辞典 160記号 nor LoopCraft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, 棒針編み辞典 160記号 or LoopCraft?
棒針編み辞典 160記号 ships an update every 7 months, and LoopCraft every 4 days. Most recently, 棒針編み辞典 160記号 was updated on November 3, 2026 and LoopCraft on November 4, 2026.

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