Comparison

String Art Color vs Cordsy

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

Head to head
About

String Art Color

Easily transform any image into intricate string art. Plan and create beautiful pin and thread drawings with step-by-step guidance, adapting to your creative vision with monochrome, color, and dark modes. Save and load your projects to continue your artistic journey.

Highlights
  • Image to string art conversion
  • Monochrome, color, and dark modes
  • Circular and square canvas options
  • Step-by-step threading guidance
  • Algorithm save and load functionality
  • High-resolution output
Features
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Transform any image into a stunning piece of string art — the kind of intricate, handcrafted beauty that stops people in their tracks. Whether you are a beginner picking up your first spool of thread or a seasoned creator looking to push your craft further, String Art Color - Pin Thread gives you everything you need to plan, create, and share breathtaking pin and thread drawing projects with confidence. String art is one of the most rewarding forms of hands-on creativity. The rhythmic weaving of thread from pin to pin, the gradual emergence of a geometric art masterpiece from what looked like chaos — it is meditative, satisfying, and endlessly impressive. But planning a complex string art project by hand has always been the hard part. Calculating the sequence of nails, managing multiple colors, keeping track of where each thread goes: this is where most people get stuck, give up, or end up with a tangled mess. String Art Color - Pin Thread solves all of that, so you can spend your time doing what you love — creating. At the heart of the app is a powerful three-mode generation system that adapts to your creative vision. Monochrome mode produces elegant single-color works inspired by the classic nail thread pattern creator tradition, where a single continuous line winds through hundreds of pins to form a recognizable portrait or shape. Color mode brings your designs to life with multiple hues, letting you build layered, vibrant compositions reminiscent of tapestry weaving and pixel art — each color mapped to its own precise thread path. Dark mode renders your art against a black background, producing the kind of high-contrast, glowing thread art that looks spectacular on dark fabric or black canvas boards. Your canvas options are just as flexible. Choose a circular frame for the mandala-style radial symmetry beloved in nail art and pin art communities, or go with a square frame for compositions that echo the grid-based logic of weave pattern and dot art design. Both frame types support detailed, high-resolution output so your final piece looks as good printed as it does on screen. What truly sets this app apart is its step-by-step guidance system. Rather than handing you a finished diagram and leaving you to figure it out, String Art Color - Pin Thread walks you through the entire threading process one move at a time. You will always know exactly which pin to go to next, which color to use, and where you are in the overall pattern. This feature alone transforms a potentially overwhelming diy string art maker experience into something approachable and genuinely fun — even for complete beginners working on their very first string craft project. For creators who work on multiple projects or want to pick up where they left off, the app includes full algorithm save and load functionality. Your thread sequences, color assignments, and frame configurations are all stored so you can return to any project exactly as you left it. No rebuilding from scratch, no lost progress — just seamless continuation of your creative work. Sharing and collaboration are built into the workflow as well. Export your template for printing, so you can transfer your nail layout directly to your physical board with precision. Export your color-coded algorithm to share with friends, students, workshop participants, or anyone in the string craft community who wants to recreate your design. These export features make String Art Color - Pin Thread an ideal tool not just for personal projects but for teaching, group workshops, and selling your own custom patterns. The app is designed for iPhone and iPad, with an interface that feels natural whether you are sketching out a quick design on your phone or working through a complex color composition on a larger screen.

About

Cordsy

Features
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Cordsy: The Ultimate String Art Guide Stop guessing. Start weaving. Cordsy is the best toolkit designed specifically for the casual string art creator. Whether you are looking to create a one-of-a-kind gift or a high-end gallery piece, Cordsy takes the guesswork out of the grid, turning any photo into a perfect blueprint for your next physical masterpiece. From Digital Photo to Physical String art is a labor of love, but the planning shouldn't be a chore. Cordsy provides the bridge between your digital inspiration and your hammer and nails. We simplify the process: Cordsy creates ready-to-print templates for nail placement as well as voice-guided string art creation so you can focus on what matters: the tactile satisfaction of the craft. Key Features for Makers - Smart Pattern Generation Upload any portrait or picture and watch our algorithm map out the most efficient threading path. We calculate every single crossing to ensure your final piece has the depth and contrast of a professional installation, every time. - Precision Nail Templates The secret to great string art is the foundation. Cordsy generates high-precision circular templates that you can print and overlay directly onto your board. No more measuring by hand—just perfect spacing and professional results. - Iconic Practice Gallery Not sure where to start? Use our built-in library of world-famous masterpieces to hone your technique. Practice your tension and layering on iconic faces before moving on to your own custom family portraits. - Pro-Level Crafting Tools: Perimeter Mapping: Instantly generate coordinates for circular nail boards. Thread Estimation: Get a realistic estimate of your thread length before you buy your spools. High-Res Exports: Save your patterns in crisp detail for easy printing at home or the local shop. Built for the Creative Community DIY & Home Decor: Create custom wall art that looks like it cost hundreds in a boutique. Handmade Gifts: Turn a simple photo of a loved one into a timeless, tactile keepsake. The Weekend Maker: Find your flow state in the rhythmic beauty of the weaving process. Don’t just take a photo. Build it. Download Cordsy today and get your hands on the thread. Please read the EULA carefully: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

String Art Color4 screens
Cordsy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Cordsy at every 11 days against String Art Color's every 5 weeks. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. String Art Color sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Cordsy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

String Art Color ships an update every 5 weeks, Cordsy every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
String Art Color versus Cordsy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterString Art ColorCordsy
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB158 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperKiem Pham DinhMagnus Daugvilas Nekvedavicius

In-app purchases

2 purchases

String Art Color

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$5.991 Month
  • Yearly$59.991 Year
2 purchases

Cordsy

Subscriptions1
  • Cordsy Premium Subscription$5.991 Month
One-time1
  • Cordsy Premium$39.99

Questions

Is String Art Color free?
String Art Color is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cordsy free?
Cordsy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do String Art Color or Cordsy have ads?
Neither String Art Color nor Cordsy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, String Art Color or Cordsy?
String Art Color ships an update every 5 weeks, and Cordsy every 11 days. Most recently, String Art Color was updated on September 12, 2026 and Cordsy on September 6, 2026.

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