Comparison

Crocheting Patterns Lite vs Yarniby

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

Head to head
About

Crocheting Patterns Lite

Organize your crochet patterns, manage yarn stash, and find inspiration for your next project. This app helps you keep track of purchased, magazine, or personal patterns, sort them by category, and add details like yarn requirements and photos.

Highlights
  • Pattern library management
  • Yarn stash tracking
  • Project inspiration
  • Customizable categories
  • Pattern filtering
  • Add photos and PDF instructions
  • Track yarn quantities and accessories
Features
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(NOTE: This free trial version is fully functional, but has a maximum of 10 Patterns) Have you ever tried going on a shopping spree for new yarn (in physical stores or online), only to feel completely lost by not knowing exactly how you would use that nice-looking skein of yarn, and end up purchasing the wrong thing - or purchasing the right thing, but in the wrong quantity - or worse, still: Leaving empty-handed? If your answer is "yes", then Crocheting Patterns will be your indispensable companion in the future. The inspiration in the form of your pattern library is right at your fingertips, wherever you go, and you can easily make sure that you purchase the right yarn in the right quantity - and with the right accessories. The app also helps you find inspiration on how to best make use of your current stash of yarn. The app lets you gain the perfect overview in a single place, whether your patterns are purchased, found in magazines, or your own creations entirely. You can categorize your patterns based from standard garment types, or create as many of your own categories as you like. You can have your patterns sorted alphabetically, by most recent usage, or in any particular order you like. Each pattern can be associated with as many categories as you wish. It is entirely up to you how many details you want to register for your individual patterns, but the more details you supply, the more help you will find in the built-in filtering function. When browsing your patterns, only the filled-in information is shown, so you won't have to deal with lots of empty fields. Using the camera, you can supply your pattern details with pictures of the model, attach PDF files for the instructions, or perhaps add pictures of the finalized garments. You can add as many attachments as you like, both for your categories, your patterns and your yarns. Use the Filter function if you need to search for a specific pattern in your pattern library, or just need inspiration for your next project, based on a specific yarn. In all aspects, Crocheting Patterns is an indispensable app, for the experienced crocheter and the newcomer alike!

About

Yarniby

Transform any crochet design into a detailed pattern with a photo. This app offers clear tutorials, smart tools, and an organized library for all your projects, making crochet accessible for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

Highlights
  • Generate patterns from photos
  • Import and organize PDF patterns
  • Step-by-step tutorials
  • Progress tracking for projects
  • Library of crochet patterns
  • Smart tools for creation
Features
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Discover Yarniby, the ultimate app for crochet lovers! With endless patterns, clear tutorials, and smart tools, you can turn any idea into a unique creation, step by step. Just take a photo or upload an image of any crochet design: the app automatically generates the detailed pattern to make it, complete with instructions and guided steps. It's the easiest way to recreate any project, even if you're a beginner. You can also import your existing PDF patterns and keep everything organized in one place, marking your progress as you go so you never lose track. Whether you're new or experienced, you'll find step-by-step guides, creative ideas, tips, and an ever-growing library of infinite patterns to inspire you every day. Crochet has never been so simple, practical, and fun. Bring your creations to life: just take a photo. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Crocheting Patterns Lite4 screens
Yarniby4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Yarniby at 75% against Crocheting Patterns Lite's 0%. Yarniby also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). Crocheting Patterns Lite's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2). On price, ads, 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. Yarniby sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Crocheting Patterns Lite asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Yarniby holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yarniby has 52 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Crocheting Patterns Lite's written reviews are positive against 75% of Yarniby's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Crocheting Patterns Lite ships an update every 2 months, Yarniby every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Crocheting Patterns Lite versus Yarniby: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCrocheting Patterns LiteYarniby
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings)4.7 (52 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews75.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings152 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperClaus Krogholm PedersenStefano De Filippo Roia

Customer experience

Crocheting Patterns Lite

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Yarniby

All ratings47 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral6.4%
Negative2.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

In-app purchases

None

Crocheting Patterns Lite

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Yarniby

Subscriptions2
  • Yarniby Plus$1.997 Days
  • Yarniby Plus$4.991 Month

Questions

Is Crocheting Patterns Lite free?
Crocheting Patterns Lite is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Yarniby free?
Yarniby is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Crocheting Patterns Lite or Yarniby?
Yarniby is rated higher. Crocheting Patterns Lite averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Yarniby averages 4.7 from 52 ratings.
Do Crocheting Patterns Lite or Yarniby have ads?
Neither Crocheting Patterns Lite nor Yarniby shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Crocheting Patterns Lite or Yarniby?
Crocheting Patterns Lite ships an update every 2 months, and Yarniby every 4 days. Most recently, Crocheting Patterns Lite was updated on November 4, 2026 and Yarniby on November 5, 2026.

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