Crocheting Patterns Lite vs Yarno
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Pattern library management
- Yarn stash tracking
- Project inspiration
- Customizable categories
- Pattern filtering
- Add photos and PDF instructions
- Track yarn quantities and accessories
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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!
Yarno
This AI-powered app guides you through crochet and knitting projects with visual tutorials and stitch recognition. It helps beginners learn, hobbyists organize, and advanced crafters customize patterns. Explore new ideas with AI image generation and pattern adjustments.
- AI stitch recognition from photos
- Step-by-step and video tutorials
- Smart pattern guidance and breakdown
- AI image generation for inspiration
- Pattern customization and resizing
- Adjustable learning pace
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Welcome to Yarno – Your Smart Crochet & Knitting Companion Bring your yarn ideas to life with Yarno, an AI-assisted crochet and knitting app designed to guide you step by step, visually and intuitively. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced maker, Yarno helps you learn, understand, and customize projects with confidence. From clear tutorials to creative AI tools, Yarno turns complex patterns into enjoyable, stress-free crafting. WHY YARNO? Yarno is more than a pattern reader. It’s a learning and creativity assistant that helps you understand each stitch, follow along at your own pace, and explore new ideas visually. We combine modern AI technology with practical crochet knowledge to support your crafting journey—one step at a time. KEY FEATURES Stitch Recognition & Visual Learning See a stitch you love but don’t know its name? Take a photo and Yarno helps identify the stitch and provides clear step-by-step guidance or video instructions to help you recreate it. Step-by-Step & Video Tutorials Learn crochet and knitting through: Easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions Visual guides and video tutorials Adjustable pace so you can learn comfortably Perfect for beginners and refreshing skills alike. Smart Pattern Guidance Upload a pattern and Yarno helps break it into clear, manageable steps. Follow along line by line instead of struggling with long or confusing instructions. CREATIVE AI TOOLS AI Image Generation for Inspiration Use AI-powered image generation to: Visualize crochet and knitting ideas Explore colors, textures, and styles Get inspiration before starting your next project Generated images are for creative inspiration and design reference. Pattern Customization Support Adjust patterns to fit your needs: Resize projects Modify styles or textures Get assistance with stitch counts and adjustments Yarno helps with the calculations so you can focus on crafting. WHO IS YARNO FOR? Beginners Learn crochet and knitting with confidence using visual, guided steps and videos. Hobbyists Organize patterns, explore new ideas, and improve skills with AI-assisted tools. Advanced Crafters Save time, explore design variations, and get help with complex adjustments. PRIVACY & PERMISSIONS Your privacy matters to us. Photos are used only to provide requested features such as stitch recognition or inspiration. User data is handled securely and is not shared without consent. Yarno may request App Tracking Transparency (ATT) permission to help improve app experience and show relevant content. You can choose whether to allow tracking at any time. For full details, please review our Privacy Policy. START CRAFTING WITH CONFIDENCE Crochet and knitting should be enjoyable—not overwhelming. With Yarno, you stay organized, inspired, and supported at every step. Download Yarno today and turn your ideas into handmade creations—one stitch at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Crocheting Patterns Lite at none against Yarno's shown. Crocheting Patterns Lite also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Yarno's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Crocheting Patterns Lite ships an update every 2 months, Yarno fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Crocheting Patterns Lite | Yarno |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 119 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Claus Krogholm Pedersen | Do Huy |
Customer experience
Crocheting Patterns Lite
Yarno
In-app purchases
Crocheting Patterns Lite
No in-app purchases
Yarno
No in-app purchases
Questions
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