Comparison

HomeCraft vs Craftopia

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

Head to head
About

HomeCraft

Discover and create a variety of DIY projects for your home, from decor and upcycling to family-friendly crafts. Get step-by-step tutorials and inspiration to turn everyday items into beautiful creations.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step DIY tutorials
  • Home decor projects
  • Upcycling and recycling ideas
  • Family and kids crafts
  • Seasonal and holiday crafts
  • Beginner-friendly guidance
Features
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Create something meaningful with HomeCraft. Whether you're decorating your home, giving old items a second life, or looking for a fun weekend project, HomeCraft helps you turn ideas into real creations. Explore step-by-step DIY projects across a wide range of categories: • Home Decor Refresh your space with handmade decorations, organizers, seasonal displays, and personalized touches. • Upcycling & Recycling Transform cardboard boxes, jars, cans, packaging, and other everyday items into useful and beautiful creations. • Family & Kids Projects Enjoy creative activities together with easy projects designed for families and children. • Seasonal & Holiday Crafts Make decorations and gifts for birthdays, holidays, parties, and special occasions. • Creative DIY Ideas Discover unique projects inspired by makers and creators around the world. With clear instructions, helpful visuals, and beginner-friendly guidance, HomeCraft makes DIY accessible for everyone. Why you'll love HomeCraft: - Easy step-by-step tutorials - Beginner-friendly projects - Hundreds of DIY ideas - Home decor and organization projects - Upcycling and recycling inspiration - Family-friendly activities - New projects added regularly From simple weekend crafts to meaningful home transformations, HomeCraft helps you create more with what you already have. Start making today. [About HomeCraft Premium] • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription• Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off, by going to iTunes Subscriptions after purchase Terms of Use:https://app-service.naturecraftapp.com/static/user_agreement.html Privacy Policy:https://app-service.naturecraftapp.com/static/privacy_policy.html

About

Craftopia

This app inspires creativity by suggesting crafts based on materials you already have at home. It offers over 108 step-by-step projects, including unique slime recipes, with clear instructions and age recommendations. The app features a smart materials tracker and a daily changing theme to keep users engaged.

Highlights
  • Craft suggestions based on available materials
  • Over 108 step-by-step craft projects
  • Unique slime recipes with ingredient alternatives
  • Smart materials tracker
  • Daily color themes
  • Save favorite crafts
Features
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Crafty is the ultimate arts and crafts companion for kids and families. Whether you have a box of crayons, a pile of recycled cardboard, or a bottle of shampoo at home, Crafty helps you turn whatever you have into something amazing. What can you make today? Simply tell Crafty what materials you have at home, and it instantly shows you every craft you can make right now — no shopping required. From paper butterflies and origami boats to fluffy slime and nature collages, there is always something fun to create. 108+ Crafts & Recipes Crafty includes over 108 step-by-step craft projects across six categories: Paper, Recycled, Nature, Fabric, Slime, and more. Every project includes a full materials list, clear instructions, difficulty level, time estimate, and recommended age range — so you can find the perfect craft for any skill level or afternoon. Make Slime Your Way Crafty's dedicated Slime section features 8 unique slime recipes designed for every household. No glue? No problem. Try the No-Glue Shampoo Slime, Oobleck, or Laundry Detergent Slime using ingredients you already have. Each recipe lists every ingredient you need and offers alternatives so you are never stuck. Smart Materials Tracker Tap any material on a craft page to instantly add it to your personal materials list. Forgot to add something before you started? Just tap the X next to any missing ingredient to add it on the spot — it turns green and the missing items banner updates in real time. Daily Rainbow Theme Crafty greets you with a fresh color theme every day of the week — from Ruby Red on Sundays to Violet on Saturdays — making every visit feel new and exciting. Explore & Save Your Favourites Browse crafts by type, save your favourites with a single tap, and revisit recently viewed projects right from the Home screen. The Explore tab makes it easy to discover new ideas filtered by category. Designed for Kids, Trusted by Parents Crafty is designed with children in mind — large text, colorful visuals, simple navigation, and age-appropriate content throughout. No ads, no in-app purchases, no distractions. Just creativity. Get started for free. All you need is imagination.

Screenshots

HomeCraft4 screens
Craftopia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: HomeCraft at 4.8 against Craftopia's 4.0. HomeCraft also leads on ratings volume (3.3K vs 1) and chart position (#118 vs unranked). Craftopia's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 3 weeks). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. HomeCraft sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Craftopia asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

HomeCraft holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HomeCraft has 3.3K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

HomeCraft ships an update every 3 weeks, Craftopia every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
HomeCraft versus Craftopia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHomeCraftCraftopia
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.3K ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews72.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.3K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemiumFree — better
Best chart rank#118 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNext Vision LimitedJR Learning Plus LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

HomeCraft

Subscriptions3
  • HomeCraft Premium$29.991 Year
  • NatureCraft Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • NatureCraft Premium1 Month trial$29.991 Year
None

Craftopia

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is HomeCraft free?
HomeCraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Craftopia free?
Craftopia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, HomeCraft or Craftopia?
HomeCraft is rated higher. HomeCraft averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while Craftopia averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do HomeCraft or Craftopia have ads?
Neither HomeCraft nor Craftopia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, HomeCraft or Craftopia?
HomeCraft ships an update every 3 weeks, and Craftopia every 2 days. Most recently, HomeCraft was updated on November 9, 2026 and Craftopia on November 9, 2026.

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