Comparison

Knitting Counter vs Countastic | Multi

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

Head to head
About

Knitting Counter

This app helps knitters track their progress with automatic stitch calculations and project management. It offers features like count history, step counting, and full-screen mode for ease of use. A premium plan unlocks advanced features like Apple Watch integration and pattern viewing.

Highlights
  • Count history
  • Automatic increase/decrease calculation
  • Multiple project tabs
  • Home screen widget
  • Apple Watch integration (premium)
  • Pattern viewer (premium)
Features
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The intuitive, feature-rich counter app made for knitters. Never lose track again — your count history shows every tap. Automatic stitch increase/decrease calculations keep even complex patterns moving smoothly. ■ Counter Features ・Count History — see your recent actions at a glance. No more "did I press that?" ・Rows / Stitches mode — switch freely to match what you're tracking ・Step setting — count by 1, 2, or 10 rows at a time ・Full-screen mode — landscape view for bigger buttons ・Sound feedback — satisfying click on every tap ・Long-press bulk count — quickly jump ahead multiple rows ■ Automatic Increase / Decrease Calculation Just set "increase X stitches every Y rows, repeat Z times" — the app calculates the stitch count for each row automatically. Perfect for raglan sleeves, sock gussets, necklines, and any shaping that requires increases or decreases. ■ Project Management ・Multiple tabs — manage front body, back body, and sleeves separately within one project ・Cover photo & notes — attach photos and memos to each project ・Progress display — set a target row count and track progress as a percentage ・Archive & duplicate — organize finished works, or reuse as a template ■ Handy Features ・Home screen widget — check your row count without opening the app ・Dark mode — perfect for late-night knitting sessions ・Backup — export / import to keep your data safe ・Social sharing — share your progress with friends ■ Premium Plan ・Apple Watch — count on your wrist without putting down your work. Real-time sync ・Pattern Viewer — floating mini counter over your PDF or image pattern ・Activity Log — visualize your daily knitting with a GitHub-style contribution graph ・AI Analysis — automatically suggests counter settings from your pattern (free users: 1 use) For knitting needles, crochet hooks, and amigurumi — everything you make. Metadata localized for 50 App Store locales. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Countastic | Multi

This app is a customizable counting tool designed for needlework projects like knitting, crochet, and cross-stitch. It allows users to track rows, stitches, or other project elements with an unlimited number of counters and offers features like PDF/image import and ruler guides.

Highlights
  • Import PDFs or images
  • Unlimited customizable counters
  • Project folders for organization
  • Ruler guides for alignment
  • Minimalist and user-friendly design
Features
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Countastic: Your Simple, User-friendly, Customizable Counting Companion! Countastic is the perfect counting tool for all needlework, from knitting and crochet to cross-stitch and needlepoint! Whether you're tracking rows, stitches, or anything else of your project, our app offers a user-friendly, minimalist design that makes counting a breeze. Create your projects, import a file (PDF pattern or image for example), and start counting with an unlimited number of counters. Key Features: > Import PDFs or Images: Easily upload your patterns or project files to track your progress directly on them. > Unlimited Counters: Add as many counters as you need to stay organized, all within one easy-to-use interface. > Customizable Counters: Personalize each counter with unique colors, names, and settings to fit your project’s needs. > Ruler Guides: Show or hide ruler guides to help align your progress with your pattern. > Project Folders: Organize your projects within folders. Whether you're keeping track of stitches, rows, or complex patterns, Countastic makes it simple, allowing you to focus on your creativity. Simplify your needlework with the power of a clean, intuitive design! (*knitting Row counter, crochet stitch counter, cross-stitch, knit and needlepoint.)

Screenshots

Knitting Counter4 screens
Countastic | Multi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Knitting Counter at 5.0 against Countastic | Multi's 3.0. Knitting Counter also leads on device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (3 vs 1). Countastic | Multi's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Knitting Counter sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Countastic | Multi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Knitting Counter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Knitting Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, Countastic | Multi every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Knitting Counter versus Countastic | Multi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKnitting CounterCountastic | Multi
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better3.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.5
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKodai HiradateSylvain Huon

Customer experience

Knitting Counter

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Countastic | Multi

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Knitting Counter

Subscriptions2
  • プレミアムプラン14 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Premium Plan (Annual)14 Days trial$29.901 Year
1 purchases

Countastic | Multi

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99

Questions

Is Knitting Counter free?
Knitting Counter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Countastic | Multi free?
Countastic | Multi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Knitting Counter or Countastic | Multi?
Knitting Counter is rated higher. Knitting Counter averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Countastic | Multi averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Knitting Counter or Countastic | Multi have ads?
Neither Knitting Counter nor Countastic | Multi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Knitting Counter or Countastic | Multi?
Knitting Counter ships an update every 3 weeks, and Countastic | Multi every 8 days. Most recently, Knitting Counter was updated on September 9, 2026 and Countastic | Multi on September 17, 2026.

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