Comparison

iBeads vs Pixel Bead Master

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

Head to head
About

iBeads

Effortlessly transform photos into pixel art bead drawings with intelligent color scheme identification. Offers adjustable canvas sizes, precise bead count calculations, and advanced editing tools for pixel-level modification. Export high-definition patterns with color labels for various crafting projects.

Highlights
  • Photo to bead drawing conversion
  • Automatic color scheme identification
  • Adjustable canvas size (16x16 to 256x256)
  • Accurate bead color statistics
  • Manual pixel editing
  • Swatch management
  • High-definition drawing export (PNG/PDF)
Features
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[One-click to generate professional beads drawings] - Intelligently convert photos into beads pixel paintings, automatically identify the best color scheme - Adjustable canvas size (16x16 to 256x256 free zoom) - Accurate color number statistics function, automatically calculate the number of beads required for each color 【Advanced Editing Artifact】 - Multiple references to scaling canvas details, supports manual modification of each pixel point - Swatch management function: merge similar colors/delete redundant colors/replace the entire color scheme - Real-time original image comparison mode, refer to original images at any time when creating 【Exclusive tool for handicraft enthusiasts】 - Export high-definition drawings (supports PNG/PDF format, including color number labels) - Built-in popular bead brand color library 【Applicable scenarios】 - Handmade experts quickly make personalized beads patterns - Creative material generation of parent-child DIY activities - Pixel Art lovers’ creation tools - Auxiliary design for cross stitch/diamond painting and other handmade projects "From a newbie to a master, use iBeads to unleash your creativity!"

About

Pixel Bead Master

Effortlessly transform photos and artwork into pixel bead patterns. This tool generates precise bead counts and color codes for popular brands, offering multiple creative modes and export options for easy crafting.

Highlights
  • AI image-to-pattern conversion
  • Customizable grid and bead settings
  • Freehand pixel art creation
  • Large design grid slicing
  • Brand-specific color mapping
  • Interactive workspace with helpers
  • One-click print and export
Features
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Turn any photo or artwork into stunning pixel bead patterns in seconds! Pixel Bead Master is the ultimate companion for fuse bead artists, crafters, and pixel art enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you're creating small keychains or large multi-board masterpieces, our smart engine accurately maps your photos into bead patterns with official color codes from top brands. ◆ KEY FEATURES ◆ • Smart Photo to Pattern Generator Instantly convert photos, illustrations, or pixel art into clean fuse bead patterns. Fine-tune canvas sizes, grid dimensions, and color counts to fit standard pegboards. • Official Brand Color Matching Never guess a color again. Full support for official palettes from Perler, Artkal (MIDI/MINI), Hama, and Nabbi with exact shade codes and numbers. • Precise Bead Counter & Shopping List Get an instant, itemized breakdown of exactly how many beads and color codes you need before you start. Avoid running out of stock mid-craft. • Interactive Pegboard & Crafting Guide Follow your pattern row by row with step-by-step progress tracking. Highlight specific color codes with a single tap to pinpoint bead locations without missing a spot. • Import & Social Extraction Easily import images or pattern ideas directly from web links and social posts to start crafting right away. • Pixel Editor & Fine-Tuning Draw, recolor, fill, and adjust patterns pixel-by-pixel with interactive editing tools designed specifically for bead crafts. • Bead Inventory & Stash Tracker Keep track of your on-hand bead stock. Know your current inventory levels and get alerts when it's time to reorder. • Export & Share Export crystal-clear, high-resolution PNG or PDF patterns complete with color codes and grid guides, perfect for printing or sharing with fellow crafters. Bring your creative bead ideas to life. Download Pixel Bead Master and start your next fuse bead project now!

Screenshots

iBeads4 screens
Pixel Bead Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Pixel Bead Master at 100% against iBeads's 42%. Pixel Bead Master also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.7) and in-app purchases (none vs 5). iBeads's advantage is ratings volume (10 vs 1). On price, update cadence, 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. iBeads sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Pixel Bead Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Pixel Bead Master holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iBeads has 10 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 42% of iBeads's written reviews are positive against 100% of Pixel Bead Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iBeads ships an update every 3 days, Pixel Bead Master every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
iBeads versus Pixel Bead Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriBeadsPixel Bead Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.7 (10 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings10 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size244 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer杭州百塑科技有限公司Chengdu Root Code Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

iBeads

All ratings10 ratings
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews66 reviews
Positive42.4%
Neutral15.2%
Negative42.4%

Pixel Bead Master

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

iBeads

One-time5
  • 42 Coins$0.99
  • 14 Coins$0.99
  • 224 Coins$4.99
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  • 448 Coins$9.99
  • 616 Coins$12.99
None

Pixel Bead Master

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iBeads free?
iBeads is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pixel Bead Master free?
Pixel Bead Master is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, iBeads or Pixel Bead Master?
Pixel Bead Master is rated higher. iBeads averages 3.7 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Pixel Bead Master averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do iBeads or Pixel Bead Master have ads?
iBeads shows ads; Pixel Bead Master does not.
Which is updated more often, iBeads or Pixel Bead Master?
iBeads ships an update every 3 days, and Pixel Bead Master every 4 days. Most recently, iBeads was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pixel Bead Master on September 21, 2026.

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