Comparison

Dotterly vs Scratch Lists

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

Head to head
About

Dotterly

Easily create and print your own diamond painting kits at home. Convert photos or draw custom designs, then export them as printable PDFs to make DIY kits. Perfect for both beginners and experienced artists.

Highlights
  • Create custom diamond art patterns
  • Convert photos into patterns
  • Draw your own designs
  • Export as printable PDF
  • Make DIY diamond painting kits
  • Supports various drill brands
Features
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Dotterly is the best diamond art pattern maker app on iPhone and iPad. Easily create and print your own DIY diamond painting kits at home with this simple yet powerful app. • Perfect for beginners and professionals • Convert your photos or draw your own designs • Use Diamond Dotz, Artdot, and DiamondDrillsUSA drills • Export your work as a printable PDF • Print your patterns at home as a DIY kit • No subscriptions (pay once, enjoy forever) IT WORKS LIKE MAGIC When converting a photo, use our custom-built wizard tool to effortlessly choose the best settings for your image and see the results instantly. TRACE OVER IMAGES When drawing your own designs, you can show an image in the background. This can be super helpful as a reference to trace over. You can also show the original image after converting a photo, which makes tidying up your patterns even easier. MAKE YOUR MASTERPIECE Once your pattern is finished, simply print it at home as a DIY kit: 1) Print your pattern at home 2) Attach a double-sided adhesive sheet 3) Stick down the drills to the adhesive sheet, just like a normal diamond painting kit JOIN THOUSANDS OF HAPPY CUSTOMERS... "This app is just perfect for creating diamond paint art. It has all the features that I need and then a lot of features that I didn't know I needed. It's intuitive and easy to use. Thank you for creating this app." - By SWY1985 on the App Store "Got this app to help with making diy patterns for diamond painting. Also good for converting pictures to patterns. I use the ArtDot square drills so this app comes in real handy. It’s easy to understand and use and well worth the price for full usage." - By Diva Nation on the App Store "Love this app. It is a complete app for diamond painting with every option available to counting drills showing where they are and marking them out when they are done!! Thank you Dotterly" - By queenienbean on the App Store BECOME AN AMAZING DESIGNER Our mission is to make it easier and more fun to create your own diamond art designs. Why? Because being creative makes you happier and healthier. FAQ Is the full version a one-time purchase? Yes. There are no subscriptions. You can create and export as many patterns as you like with the one-time purchase. Can I unlock my other devices using the same purchase? Yes. You can unlock the full version on your iPhone, iPad and Mac (M1 chip or later) with just one purchase. Can I share the purchase with my family? Yes. Family Sharing is enabled. Can I sell my patterns? Yes. You can also add your store details to your PDF exports. Do I have to buy the materials separately? Yes. The app is only for creating patterns. You can buy the drills online from Diamond Dotz, Artdot and DiamondDrillsUSA. You can buy the adhesive sheets (double-sided) from Amazon. Where is my data stored? Your data is stored on your device. All processing is done locally on your device. Your data is never transmitted to third parties. TRY IT NOW Try Dotterly now on your iPhone, iPad or Mac. The full version is a one-time purchase. Find out more at dotterly.com Dotterly™ is a trademark of Subtlabs Ltd

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Scratch Lists

Features
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Bring the fun of a scratch-off poster wherever you go. Scratch Lists turns movies, books, food, travel, games, and memorable experiences into beautifully illustrated collections you can reveal one item at a time. Choose an item after you complete it, then rub away the virtual foil with your finger. Haptic feedback and a satisfying reveal make every completed item feel like a small accomplishment. START WITH MOVIES FOR FREE Download Scratch Lists and begin with 100 classic and influential movies. The movie collection is fully available without a purchase. UNLOCK THE COMPLETE COLLECTION A single, permanent in-app purchase unlocks all 11 additional collections. There is no subscription and no recurring charge. The complete collection includes: • Classic and influential television shows • Classic and influential novels • U.S. natural landmarks • U.S. man-made landmarks • Most visited U.S. national parks • Classic foods • Classic desserts • Classic cocktails • Board and card games • Weekly date ideas • Bucket list experiences THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED ARTWORK Every item includes custom artwork created specifically for its collection—from embossed book covers and national park patches to passport stamps, retro game tables, pixel-art kitchens, and miniature television dioramas. BUILT FOR OFFLINE USE All collections and artwork are included with the app. Your scratch progress is stored locally on your device, and no account is required. Whether you are watching celebrated films, trying classic dishes, visiting landmarks, or planning your next adventure, Scratch Lists gives you a satisfying visual record of everything you have completed.

Screenshots

Dotterly4 screens
Scratch Lists4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dotterly at fortnightly against Scratch Lists's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Dotterly sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Scratch Lists sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dotterly ships an update fortnightly, Scratch Lists every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Dotterly versus Scratch Lists: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDotterlyScratch Lists
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (91 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings91 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size36 MB573 MB
Age rating12+12+
DeveloperSubtlabsChristopher Watkins

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dotterly

One-time2
  • Special Offer$19.99
  • Full Version$75.00
1 purchases

Scratch Lists

One-time1
  • Full Collection Unlock$1.99

Questions

Is Dotterly free?
Dotterly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scratch Lists free?
Scratch Lists is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Dotterly or Scratch Lists have ads?
Neither Dotterly nor Scratch Lists shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dotterly or Scratch Lists?
Dotterly ships an update fortnightly, and Scratch Lists every 4 months. Most recently, Dotterly was updated on October 25, 2026 and Scratch Lists on October 25, 2026.

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