BeadPatternCreator vs DIY
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BeadPatternCreator
Design intricate bead patterns for various stitching techniques. This app offers a comprehensive editor with tools for adding, removing, and manipulating beads, along with a library of stamps, borders, and color options. You can also convert images into patterns and share your creations.
- Create patterns for Square Stitch, Brick Stitch, Peyote Stitch, and more
- Full-featured bead pattern editor
- Over 150 stamps and borders
- Image to pattern conversion
- Save, print, and share patterns
- Undo/Redo functionality
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Bead Pattern Creator for your mobile device. Comes with 5 free bead patterns. Download is free. To activate creation is $2.99. Create bead patterns for Square Stitch, Brick Stitch, Peyote Stitch, 2 drop Peyote Stitch and Right Angle Weave. To create bead patterns, select Create a Beading Pattern button. The Bead Pattern Editor will appear. Fill in the squares with beads of any color. To get started - Use the pencil to add beads to your bead pattern. Use the Eraser to remove beads from your bead pattern. You also can select from over 150 stamps and borders to apply to your bead pattern. Icons from left to right in the icon bar are: Color button - Use to add new beads with different colors to your bead list. Save button - Use to save your bead pattern. Pencil button - Use to add beads to your bead pattern. Eraser button - Use to remove beads from your bead pattern. Trim button- Remove squares from your bead pattern. Stamps button - Selectable little stamps (little bead designs) to add to your bead pattern. Borders button - Selectable borders to add to your pattern. Borders automatically wrap around your bead pattern. Dropper button -Lets you extract a bead color from your pattern and add more of that bead to your bead pattern. Bucket button- Use to fill selected area with beads of the current color. Bucket+ button - Used to change the color of all beads of the same color to a different color. Undo button- Undo each last change you made to the bead pattern. Redo button- Redo each change you undid. Selection button - Select an area of the pattern, you want to Cut, Copy, Paste. Cut button- Remove some beads from the pattern. Copy button- Copy some beads from the pattern. Paste button- Paste copied beads to the pattern. Resize button - Resize your pattern. Rotate button - Rotated a select area of the bead pattern. Flip right/left button - Flip a selected area of the bead pattern. Flip top/bottom button - Flip a selected area of the bead pattern. Zoom in button- Magnify the bead pattern. Zoom out button- Minify the bead pattern. Print button - Print your bead pattern. Symbols button- Display a unique symbol on the bead to indicate its color value. Picture button- Select a picture from your device and convert to a pattern. Social media button- Use social media to share your pattern (email, text etc.). Help button- Learn how to use all the tools in the button bar. Resize bars - Resize bars are display at the bottom right corner of your pattern. Drag them to resize your bead pattern.
DIY
Explore a vast collection of DIY craft ideas and video tutorials for various projects like paper art and woodworking. Learn new techniques with step-by-step guides and save your favorite crafts for offline access. Perfect for crafters of all skill levels.
- Offline crafting access
- Bookmark favorite crafts
- Step-by-step guides
- Video demonstrations
- Diverse craft project ideas
- Crafting for all skill levels
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Discover a world of creative possibilities with our crafting app, offering an extensive collection of inspiring DIY craft ideas and expert craft tutorials to fuel your imagination. Dive into a diverse range of creative projects, including paper art, woodworking, and more, allowing you to craft beautiful, handmade crafts that reflect your unique style. Our app provides comprehensive step-by-step crafting guides, ensuring that crafters of all levels can successfully complete projects with confidence. Enjoy the convenience of offline crafting and the ability to bookmark crafts for quick access, so your crafting inspiration is always at hand. For visual learners, our app offers a vast array of video demonstrations, helping you master various crafting techniques. Find endless creative inspiration and discover new DIY ideas to bring your artistic visions to life. Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just beginning, our app caters to all, making it the ultimate destination for your crafting journey. Explore the world of craft projects, embrace your crafty hobbies, and create heartfelt homemade gifts with expert guidance. Start your crafting adventure today with an app designed for both crafting for beginners and experienced artists. Immerse yourself in the world of art and craft, where your creativity knows no bounds. Key Features: Offline Crafting, Anytime, Anywhere: No internet connection? No problem! Our app offers an extensive selection of craft projects that you can download and access offline. Craft whenever and wherever you feel inspired, with no interruptions. Bookmark Your Favorites: With our convenient bookmark feature, you can save and organize your preferred craft ideas, ensuring you never lose track of that project you can't wait to try. It's your personal DIY crafting library at your fingertips. Step-by-Step Crafting: Discover a treasure trove of craft tutorials with clear and detailed step-by-step instructions. From the initial materials to the finishing touches, you'll have expert guidance every step of the way, making it easy for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. Crafting Through Video: Visual learners, rejoice! Our app boasts an extensive library of video tutorials, allowing you to watch and learn from experienced crafters. See the techniques in action and gain confidence in your crafting skills. Endless Crafting Inspiration: Delve into a diverse array of craft ideas, including paper crafting, knitting, jewelry making, woodworking, and so much more. Explore new horizons and ignite your creativity with each visit to the app.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: BeadPatternCreator at none against DIY's shown. BeadPatternCreator also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). DIY's advantage is review sentiment (27% vs 0%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. BeadPatternCreator sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and DIY sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
BeadPatternCreator ships an update every 2 months, DIY every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BeadPatternCreator | DIY |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.3 (157 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 27.3% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 157 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sand Castle Designs, Inc | Elsa George |
Customer experience
BeadPatternCreator
DIY
In-app purchases
BeadPatternCreator
- Bead Pattern Creator$2.99
DIY
- DIY Craft Premium$12.99
Questions
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