Comparison

JUKI vs SewBuddy

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

Head to head
About

JUKI

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JUKI releases an app to solve sewing factory problems! This app supports the maintenance of sewing equipment such as industrial sewing machines and digitizes the factory. ▼Main Features 1. Sewing machine inspection/preventive maintenance: Anyone can easily inspect sewing machines! Inspections help keep machines in good condition and prevent problems such as sudden breakdowns and production stoppages. 2. Work report: Record and report work anytime, anywhere! Daily maintenance work (changing sewing machine settings, replacing parts, etc.) can be recorded and reported to the supervisor using the app. 3. Parts replacement guide: Easy-to-understand explanations of complex parts replacement! Proper adjustment of each model can be confirmed so that parts can be installed correctly. 4. Maintenance record: Maintenance history is saved in the cloud! Inspection, parts replacement, and work reports recorded by the app are automatically saved in the cloud as maintenance records, and the contents can be checked from a smartphone or PC. 5. Smart factory: Supporting the digitization of sewing factory! Digital management of factory equipment and worker work histories will promote paperless operations and contribute to the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). ▼How to use JUKI-ShuHaRi To use this app, you need to register an account. Please register an account using the application form below. https://www.juki.co.jp/industrial_e/service_e/shuhari/form.php * It takes about 3 business days to create an account. ・Inquiries about JUKI-ShuHaRi: https://www.juki.co.jp/industrial_e/contact_e/contact_form.php?ctype=14

About

SewBuddy

Learn sewing with beginner-friendly tutorials, printable patterns, and visual guides. Explore DIY fashion, bags, and home decor ideas. Organize your favorite projects and discover trending handmade inspirations.

Highlights
  • Easy sewing tutorials
  • Printable sewing patterns
  • DIY fashion and home decor ideas
  • Project organization
  • Handmade inspiration
  • Beginner-friendly learning
Features
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Discover a modern way to learn sewing, create handmade projects, and explore beautiful DIY ideas. Whether you’re just getting started or already love sewing, SewBuddy helps you create with confidence through beginner-friendly tutorials, printable patterns, and step-by-step visual guides. Features: • Easy sewing tutorials for all skill levels • Printable sewing patterns & templates • DIY fashion, bags, accessories & home decor ideas • Save and organize your favorite projects • Discover trending handmade inspirations • Beginner-friendly learning experience • Modern, clean, and simple sewing tools From simple everyday projects to creative handmade designs, SewBuddy makes sewing easier, more inspiring, and more enjoyable. Terms of Use: http://tmtyazilim.info/SewingBuddy/TermsOfUse Privacy Policy: http://tmtyazilim.info/SewingBuddy/PrivacyPolicy

Screenshots

JUKI4 screens
SewBuddy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JUKI at none against SewBuddy's 2. JUKI also leads on ads (none vs shown). SewBuddy's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. SewBuddy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. JUKI asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JUKI ships an update every 3 months, SewBuddy every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
JUKI versus SewBuddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJUKISewBuddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (369 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—31.6% of reviews
Number of ratings—369 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size54 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJUKINineG

In-app purchases

None

JUKI

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SewBuddy

Subscriptions2
  • Sewing Weekly Pro Access$5.997 Days
  • Sewing Weekly Pro Access$39.991 Year

Questions

Is JUKI free?
JUKI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SewBuddy free?
SewBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do JUKI or SewBuddy have ads?
SewBuddy shows ads; JUKI does not.
Which is updated more often, JUKI or SewBuddy?
JUKI ships an update every 3 months, and SewBuddy every 4 days. Most recently, JUKI was updated on October 25, 2026 and SewBuddy on October 24, 2026.

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