Comparison

Threadalog vs Zukka

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

Head to head
About

Threadalog

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
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Keep track of your thread, fabric, beads, and patterns for all your needlework projects: cross stitch, embroidery, quilting, sewing, needlepoint, and more. Plan and journal your projects. Keep a shopping list. Threadalog is an inventory tracker and project organizer for needleworkers and sewists. It is easy to use with lots of options for searching, sorting, and browsing your data. Remember where you left off in each project. Don't buy multiples or forget to buy what you need. Stay organized and enjoy your needlework! Spend more time crafting, and less time searching through your stash! FREE Features:  - Keep track of your stash of DMC and Anchor Cotton floss - Create a shopping list of DMC thread you need PRO Features: - Access to the whole thread catalog including Anchor, Appletons, Au Ver A Soie, Aurifil, Be Stitch Me, Brother, Candle, Classic Colorworks, Colour and Cotton, Cosmo, CXC, Dinky Dyes, DIME Exquisite, Fil-Tec Glide, Floriani, Glisten Gloss, Gutermann, Hemingworth, Isacord, KingStar, Kreinik, Madeira, Marathon, Mettler, OESD, Olympus, Planet Earth Fiber, Presence Finca, Rainbow Gallery, Robison Anton, Roxy Floss Co, Sullivans, Sulky, CARON Collection, The Gentle Art, ThreadworX, Valdani, Weeks Dye Works, Wonderfil and many more - Manually backup your data to iCloud and restore as needed. - Browse the thread catalog. - Add custom (unique, limited edition or discontinued) threads to the catalog. - Add notes to your thread stash amounts and to your shopping list - Track your fabric, beads, crafting tools, and pdf patterns - Plan and journal yours projects Threadalog Pro is an optional subscription that unlocks extra features. If you purchase Threadalog Pro, payment will be charged to your iTunes account yearly. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your settings in the App Store. The thread, fabric and bead colors displayed in Threadalog are approximate and may vary in real life, so always refer to actual samples for your final choice. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Sewing related icons by Icons8.

About

Zukka

This app displays real-time blood glucose data from continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems. It tracks glucose, insulin, and activity, offering widgets and Apple Health integration. It connects via Bluetooth to devices like Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre.

Highlights
  • Real-time glucose tracking
  • Insulin tracking
  • Activity and exercise logging
  • Widgets and watch app support
  • Apple Health integration
  • Bluetooth CGM connectivity
Features
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This application is based on xDrip4iO5 (also known as "xDrip for iOS" or "xdripswift") that is an open-source application to display real time blood glucose data. Key Features: - This instance and/or application and all original features within from xDrip4iO5 will always be free. - Glucose Tracking (CGM). - Insulin Tracking . - Activity & Exercise. - Widgets & Watch App. - Apple Health Integration. Privacy Policy: https://zukka.netlify.app/ [!] Regulatory Use Notice This app connects via Bluetooth to continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems such as Dexcom and FreeStyle Libre. These devices are approved for use in specific regions: • Dexcom G4, G5, G6 – FDA-cleared and CE-marked • FreeStyle Libre 2 – FDA-cleared and CE-marked Third-party Bluetooth accessories (e.g., MiaoMiao, BluCon, Bubble) are not medical devices and are used only to relay sensor data. [!] Disclaimer: This app is intended for use only in countries where the supported CGM systems are approved by the appropriate health authorities. This app is intended for informational and educational use only. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your healthcare provider before making any medical decisions. This app only displays data from approved CGM devices and does not modify or interpret sensor data.

Screenshots

Threadalog4 screens
Zukka3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zukka at none against Threadalog's 3. Threadalog's advantage is rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, 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. Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Zukka asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Threadalog holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 193 and 65 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Threadalog's written reviews are positive against 75% of Zukka's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Threadalog ships an update every 5 days, Zukka every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Threadalog versus Zukka: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreadalogZukka
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (193 ratings) — better4.4 (65 ratings)
Positive reviews84.8% of reviews — better74.6% of reviews
Number of ratings193 — better65
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.2
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB119 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeborah GliddenIhor Zhvanko

Customer experience

Threadalog

All ratings193 ratings
Positive94.8%
Neutral2.1%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive84.8%
Neutral4.3%
Negative10.9%

Zukka

All ratings64 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral3.1%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews63 reviews
Positive74.6%
Neutral7.9%
Negative17.5%

Bugs and requests

Threadalog

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

17 requests
  • 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
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  • Create projects in a project tab and allocate threads
  • Cloud sync between devices
  • Running total of number of colors in stash
  • Allow users to add their own thread brands/lines
  • Ability to indicate less than a full skein on free version
  • More comprehensive tracking of all craft supplies (fabric, paper, paint, etc.)
  • Log purchase details (date, location, price, sale status)
  • Calculate total spent on an item and cost per unit
  • Calculate project cost based on supplies used
  • Start/stop timer for project time logging
  • Ability to add RA poly thread
  • Ability to add Isocord threads

Zukka

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Threadalog

Subscriptions2
  • Threadalog Basic$9.991 Year
  • Threadalog Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pro One-Time Purchase$49.99
None

Zukka

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Threadalog free?
Threadalog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zukka free?
Zukka is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Threadalog or Zukka?
Threadalog is rated higher. Threadalog averages 4.8 out of 5 from 193 ratings, while Zukka averages 4.4 from 65 ratings.
Do Threadalog or Zukka have ads?
Neither Threadalog nor Zukka shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Threadalog or Zukka?
Threadalog ships an update every 5 days, and Zukka every 3 weeks. Most recently, Threadalog was updated on November 3, 2026 and Zukka on November 4, 2026.

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