Patternata vs Print Layout Designer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Patternata
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Patterns in perfect harmony. Patternata turns motifs into patterns, and patterns into pieces you can make, print and wear. Build seamless repeating tiles and silk scarf layouts in an intuitive studio created for surface pattern lovers, textile designers, illustrators and curious makers. Begin with curated motif collections or import your own artwork, then arrange, scale, rotate, recolour and layer elements until the composition feels entirely yours. CREATE YOUR WAY - Build straight and mirror repeat layouts - Design seamless tiles, and square or rectangular silk scarf compositions - Explore curated motif collections - Import and combine your own artwork - Adjust scale, position, colour and layers - Export high-resolution designs for print and further creative work - Save favourites and return to developing ideas FROM SCREEN TO SILK Where available, you can order selected designs as made-to-order premium silk scarves or printed silk fabric. Payments for physical products are handled separately from Patternata Pro. PATTERNATA PRO Unlock advanced creative tools and high-resolution exports with a monthly or annual subscription, or a one-time Lifetime purchase, through your Apple Account. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled in your Apple Account settings; Lifetime is a one-time purchase. Restore previous purchases from within Patternata. Designed primarily for iPad and also available on iPhone. An internet connection is required for cloud features, motif collections and account services. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.patternata.com/privacy-policy Patternata Terms & Conditions: https://www.patternata.com/terms-and-conditions
Print Layout Designer
Precisely control the print size of your photos with this layout app. Set exact dimensions in millimeters or inches, arrange multiple images on any paper size, and export as high-quality PDF, PNG, or JPEG.
- Exact size control in mm or inches
- Arrange multiple photos on any paper size
- Smart auto-layout and drag-and-drop positioning
- Support for standard and custom paper sizes
- Export as PDF, PNG, or JPEG
- Crop, mirror, and rotate images
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Print Your Photos at the Exact Size You Need Finally, a photo layout app that lets you control the EXACT print size of your photos. Set precise dimensions in millimeters or inches, arrange multiple photos on any paper size, and print with confidence knowing your photos will be exactly the size you specified. Why Print Layout Designer? • EXACT SIZE CONTROL - Set precise photo dimensions in mm or inches • Print photos at specific sizes (4x6", 5x7", passport size, or any custom size) • See real-time measurements as you resize • Perfect for ID photos, visa photos, and professional printing requirements Smart & Intuitive • Smart auto-layout arranges photos automatically • Drag and drop to position photos exactly where you want • Resize with precise millimeter or inch measurements • Visual guides help align photos perfectly • Rotate images in 90-degree increments • Crop or mirror your photos Professional Features • Support for all standard paper sizes (A4, Letter, Legal, and more) • Create custom paper sizes • Portrait or landscape orientation • Lock aspect ratios to prevent distortion • Layer controls to arrange photos front-to-back • Undo/redo for easy editing Flexible Export Options • Export as high-quality PDF for printing • Save as PNG or JPEG • Send directly to Photos app Perfect For: • Printing photos at exact dimensions for documents • Creating ID or passport photos at regulation sizes • Designing custom photo layouts with specific measurements • Preparing photos for professional printing • Making scrapbook pages with precisely sized photos • Creating photo gifts with exact specifications Whether you need to print passport photos at exactly 2x2 inches, create a layout with 4x6" prints, or arrange photos at any specific size you require, Print Layout Designer gives you the precision and control you need. No more guessing if your photos will print at the right size!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Patternata at none against Print Layout Designer's 1. Patternata also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. Print Layout Designer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Patternata asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Patternata | Print Layout Designer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Creative Boutique Ltd | Active Development Limited |
In-app purchases
Patternata
No in-app purchases
Print Layout Designer
- Print Layout Pro$6.99
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