Comparison

Touché vs Spectrum Buddy

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

Head to head
About

Touché

This app helps crochet enthusiasts manage their projects, track progress, and organize patterns. It allows users to store project details, upload PDF patterns for easy viewing, and archive completed works. All data is stored locally for privacy and offline access.

Highlights
  • Project tracking with details
  • PDF pattern upload and viewing
  • Automatic section and row detection
  • Row tracking with progress visualization
  • WIP and completed project gallery
  • Offline local data storage
  • Secure backup and restore via iCloud
Features
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About Touché Touché is the essential iOS app for crochet enthusiasts, designed to track projects, manage patterns, and visualize progress on your iPhone or iPad. Effortless Project Management Create up to 10 projects with details like project name, hook size, yarn info, and notes. Upload PDF patterns (up to 25MB) for automatic section and row detection. Edit projects anytime, with data stored locally via Core Data. Pattern Viewing & Row Tracking Switch between two tabs: PDF Viewer with pinch-to-zoom (2x-10x) for clear pattern reading, and Row Tracking with checkboxes, enlarged current row text, and green checkmarks for completed rows. Progress bars show section and project completion. Organized WIPs & Gallery Manage up to 10 active projects in the WIP (work-in-progress) tab. Archive completed projects (up to 75) to the Gallery with photos and PDFs. Capture a completion photo for each project to display your finished creation, savable to your photo gallery. Secure Backup & Restore Export projects, PDFs, and photos to a ZIP file via iCloud Drive, Files, or AirDrop. Restore by merging with existing data, all offline with no cloud sync. Simple & Private Sign in with Apple ID, with no third-party integrations or analytics beyond iOS crash reporting. Camera access for photos handles permissions gracefully. No subscriptions, complex features, or privacy invasion. Why Touché? Track rows and patterns with ease Offline, local storage for privacy Intuitive design with clear error messages. Tailored for crocheters, no clutter Transform your crochet with Touché—create, track, and succeed!

About

Spectrum Buddy

This app provides safety check-ins, nonverbal communication tools, and sensory regulation resources. It helps neurodivergent individuals stay connected with trusted support and access crisis resources. Features include smart reminders and an emergency profile for first responders.

Highlights
  • Safety check-ins
  • Trusted circle support
  • Emergency profile
  • Nonverbal communication board
  • Smart reminders
  • Sensory regulation tools
  • Crisis support resources
Features
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Whether you need reminders, sensory support, or a quick way to let trusted people know you're okay, Spectrum helps you stay connected and supported. Key Features Safety Check-Ins Quickly let your trusted circle know you're safe, overwhelmed, or need help. Trusted Circle Support Connect family, friends, or caregivers so they can check in when it matters most. Emergency Profile & QR Access Share important medical and support information with first responders through a secure emergency profile. Nonverbal Communication Board Express needs and feelings quickly when speaking is difficult. Smart Reminders Gentle reminders for medications, hydration, meals, and daily routines. Sensory Regulation Tools Access breathing exercises, grounding techniques, and calming resources during stressful moments. Crisis Support Resources Quick access to support lines and coping tools when you need help right away. Accessible by Design Large text, reduced motion, dark mode, and text-to-speech options help make Spectrum easier to use for everyone. Built for Independence Spectrum empowers neurodivergent people to navigate daily life with confidence while keeping trusted support close when needed. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Spectrum Buddy offers an auto-renewable subscription: • Spectrum Buddy Premium – Monthly Subscription • Length: 1 month • Price: $3.99 per month (price may vary by location) • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings on the App Store after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://hannahecc.github.io/Privacy-Policy/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Touché4 screens
Spectrum Buddy3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Touché at none against Spectrum Buddy's 1. Spectrum Buddy's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.5). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Spectrum Buddy sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Touché asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Touché against 5.0 for Spectrum Buddy. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Touché versus Spectrum Buddy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchéSpectrum Buddy
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better2
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.515.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSIMWORKS TECHNOLOGY LLCHANNAH ELIZABETH CURTIN

Customer experience

Touché

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Spectrum Buddy

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Touché

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Spectrum Buddy

Subscriptions1
  • Spectrum Pro$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Touché free?
Touché is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spectrum Buddy free?
Spectrum Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Touché or Spectrum Buddy?
Touché and Spectrum Buddy are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Touché or Spectrum Buddy have ads?
Neither Touché nor Spectrum Buddy shows ads.

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