# Threadalog vs EmbroideryThreads

The clearest difference is rating: Threadalog at 4.8 against EmbroideryThreads's 4.0. Threadalog also leads on ratings volume (193 vs 5) and review sentiment (85% vs 70%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and EmbroideryThreads sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Threadalog holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threadalog has 193 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Threadalog's written reviews are positive against 70% of EmbroideryThreads's.

Threadalog ships an update every 5 days, EmbroideryThreads every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Threadalog | EmbroideryThreads |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (193 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432/reviews)** | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embroiderythreads/id6742739699/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **193** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **84.8% of reviews** | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 46 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Deborah Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563961825) | [Kanako Komatsu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1799665417) |

## What reviewers say

### Threadalog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432)

Manage your needlework supplies and projects with this comprehensive inventory and organization tool. Track threads, fabrics, beads, and patterns for various crafts. Plan your projects, create shopping lists, and avoid duplicate purchases.

**Highlights:** Track thread, fabric, beads, and patterns, Create shopping lists, Plan and journal projects, Search and sort inventory, Supports numerous thread brands, Add custom threads and notes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threadalog Basic | $9.99 | per year |
| Threadalog Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro One-Time Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for tracking threads and projects
- 👍 Organizes stash effectively
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive
- 👍 Great for shopping lists
- 👍 Supports multiple brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Manual addition to inventory after purchase
- 👎 Difficult to navigate for some users
- 👎 Limited information for some
- 👎 Missing specialty flosses and custom additions
- 👎 Does not include all thread brands (e.g., Isocord, RA poly)

**Reported bugs**

- Pro version not allowing picture download or project saving for one user
- Email link for suggestions not working for one user

**Requested features**

- Add specialty flosses (silk, variegated) and custom threads
- Ability to add Aidas and flosses not on lists
- Add discontinued colors to lists
- Quick add/delete skein by swiping
- Input needed for projects to see missing threads


### EmbroideryThreads

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/embroiderythreads/id6742739699)

Manage your embroidery thread collection and track which colors you own for specific projects. Easily add threads manually or in bulk for popular brands. This app helps you identify missing colors for your next design.

**Highlights:** Manage embroidery thread inventory, Track threads used per project, Check stock levels, Manual thread entry, Bulk registration for popular brands, Supports multiple thread types

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stitchy Day Plan | $0.49 | per month |
| Stitchy Day Plan | $5.99 | per year |
| Coffee | $0.49 | one-time |
| Cupcake | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Threadalog free?

Threadalog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is EmbroideryThreads free?

EmbroideryThreads is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Threadalog or EmbroideryThreads?

Threadalog is rated higher. Threadalog averages 4.8 out of 5 from 193 ratings, while EmbroideryThreads averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do Threadalog or EmbroideryThreads have ads?

Neither Threadalog nor EmbroideryThreads shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Threadalog or EmbroideryThreads?

Threadalog ships an update every 5 days, and EmbroideryThreads every 8 days. Most recently, Threadalog was updated on October 30, 2026 and EmbroideryThreads on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*