Comparison

Sewing Patterns Pro vs IntelliSew

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

Head to head
About

Sewing Patterns Pro

Features
Currently charting
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Sewing Patterns Pro is your workspace for the entire sewing process: Collect patterns, plan projects, match materials from your stash, and document the result — all in one app. Patterns as the driving force - Build a rich pattern library with all relevant details: sizes, difficulty, manufacturer, price, notes, images, and PDF instructions. - Add “Recommended Fabrics” and “Recommended Notions” per pattern, including consumption (length/width/quantity). This makes patterns actionable: When you’re in the store, you can immediately see what to buy — and how much. - Flexible categorization: Use standard garment types or your own categories/groups, and sort in the way that fits your workflow. Materials with real value - Fabrics: Record colors, fibers, weight, width, length in stash, price, location, prewash, design, and fabric groups (e.g., denim, cotton, silk). Attach images and documents so you can recognize the fabric quickly. - Notions: Organize thread, zippers, buttons, elastic, interfacing, etc., with on-hand quantity, price, and location — and use groups so you can filter and compare. - Inventory intelligence: When a material is used in a project, the app helps adjust remaining quantities and keeps track of “consumed” vs. “left in stash.” You can also undo and return consumption if plans change. Projects that tie it all together - Create projects with status (Draft, Planned, In Progress, On Hold, Completed, Canceled), and optionally link a pattern. - Add project fabrics and project notions. You can either choose specific materials from your stash (Applied fabric/notions) or plan based on the pattern’s recommendations first. - The app clearly shows if something is missing or doesn’t match a recommendation, so you can act proactively — or mark as “prepared” if you’re intentionally deviating. Search, filtering, and fields that work for you - Search across lists and use powerful filters: free text, single/multi-select, and range values (e.g., length, weight, price, year). - Customize fields per area (Patterns, Projects, Fabrics, Notions). Choose what’s shown and in what order — the top two fields are highlighted in lists for quick scanning. - Keep master data clean: Merge duplicates so your value lists (colors, fibers, groups, etc.) remain manageable. Documentation and visual notes - Add unlimited images and PDFs to patterns, projects, groups, and materials. View, zoom, and print directly in the app. - Drag to rearrange attachments — the first one appears in overviews, giving you a quick, recognizable image. Work across devices - and get off to a great start - iCloud synchronization keeps everything up to date across your devices and prepares the app on first launch. - Import data from “Sewing Patterns” or “Sewing Patterns Lite” on the same device for a flying start. - Statistics give you an overview of how much you’ve recorded — useful for both cleanup and motivation. The practical difference in everyday life - In the store: Open a pattern, view recommendations, and buy exactly the materials you’re missing — in the right quantities. - At home by the shelf: Filter your stash to find fabrics/notions that match a pattern — or find patterns that fit the fabric you want to use. - Throughout the project: Record consumption, adjust, and keep the overview. The app helps you keep your stash accurate and your projects ready to move forward. Sewing Patterns Pro makes your data useful: Not just as an archive, but as active decision support that helps you buy smart, plan wisely, and sew more of what you love.

About

IntelliSew

This app projects digital sewing patterns directly onto fabric, eliminating the need for paper. It offers features like quick setup, interactive stitching, and pattern adjustments, streamlining the cutting process for sewists.

Highlights
  • Project digital sewing patterns onto fabric
  • Fast and easy setup
  • Interactive multi-page PDF stitching
  • Adjustable line color and thickness
  • Precision pattern nudging
  • AI-powered calibration (Beta)
  • Custom rotation and thick fabric adjustments (Pro)
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Say goodbye to printing, taping, and cutting paper patterns! IntelliSew is a smart pattern projector app for projector sewing designed by and for sewists. We packed powerful features and time-saving smarts into a super intuitive app, so you can skip straight to the fun part: sewing Whether you are new to pattern projecting or a seasoned pro, IntelliSew makes getting from digital file to cut fabric faster and easier. Everything You Need to Get Started (Free) - Easy, Fast Setup: A super smooth, frustration-free interface that gets your patterns loaded and projected in seconds. - Four Corner Calibration: Get your projector calibrated quickly with our re-invented four-corner calibration system. - Interactive Stitching Mode: Easily stitch together your multi-page PDF sewing patterns right on your screen. - Smooth Large Pattern Support: Handles massive A0 and projector files smoothly without lagging or freezing up. - Adjust Line Color & Thickness: Change the line color and thickness so you can see your pattern against even the gaudiest prints. - Precision Move Menu: Nudge your pattern precisely in very small increments. Use easy on-screen buttons so you don't need to keep a clunky keyboard on your cutting surface! - Standard Rotate & Zoom: Quickly rotate your pattern 90 degrees or scale the pattern larger/smaller. - Auto-Save State: Take a break and come back. IntelliSew saves your spot so you can resume without having to set up again - Unlimited Patterns: Save as many patterns as you want. Gotta collect 'em all! Free During Beta: - AI Calibration: Hate how long calibration takes? Let our AI do it for you and speed up your calibration! Upgrade to IntelliSew Pro (For the ultimate sewing workflow): - Advanced Pattern Stitching: Stitch irregular patterns with the ability to add blank pages, drag and drop to change column sizes and more. - Quick Look Mode: Zoom in and navigate your pattern while the projection stays perfectly locked in place on your cutting mat. - Annotations: Never ask "Did I cut two of the same pieces again?". Mark and track what you've already cut. - Thick Fabric Adjustment: Cutting French terry, fleece, or bulky quilts? Instantly adjust your calibration between main and lining fabric without having to recalibrate your whole setup. - Custom Rotation: Break free from 90-degree rotations. Cut on bias or any angle you need. Spend less time setting up and more time at your sewing machine. Download IntelliSew today and let's get sewing! ------- By using the app, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. Privacy Policy: https://intellisew.com/privacy-policy/ Terms and Conditions: https://intellisew.com/terms-and-conditions/ ------- SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS IntelliSew Pro is available as an auto-renewable monthly or yearly subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can easily manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your App Store Account Settings after purchase, or by tapping "Manage Subscriptions" directly in the app's Settings menu. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription

Screenshots

Sewing Patterns Pro4 screens
IntelliSew4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IntelliSew at Free against Sewing Patterns Pro's $12.99. Sewing Patterns Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and chart position (#109 vs unranked). On 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

IntelliSew is free to download; Sewing Patterns Pro costs $12.99 up front. IntelliSew sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Sewing Patterns Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Sewing Patterns Pro versus IntelliSew: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSewing Patterns ProIntelliSew
Price$12.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (12 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—12 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
Best chart rank#109 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB97 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperClaus Krogholm PedersenAnnoying Crow Studio LLC

In-app purchases

None

Sewing Patterns Pro

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

IntelliSew

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly1 Month trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is Sewing Patterns Pro free?
Sewing Patterns Pro costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is IntelliSew free?
IntelliSew is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Sewing Patterns Pro or IntelliSew have ads?
Neither Sewing Patterns Pro nor IntelliSew shows ads.

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