Comparison

Threadologie vs Tinnkle

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

Head to head
About

Threadologie

Create and follow intricate seed bead patterns for various stitches like peyote and brick. Transform photos into custom designs, utilize real bead color references, and track your progress with guided directions. Export your finished patterns for sharing or future use.

Highlights
  • Create peyote, brick, and loom bead patterns
  • Convert photos into editable bead patterns
  • Use real bead color references (MIYUKI, TOHO)
  • Track progress bead-by-bead or row-by-row
  • Export patterns as PDFs with word charts
  • Design around specific materials and bead types
Features
Read full description

Create and follow seed bead patterns for peyote stitch, brick stitch and loom beading with Threadologie. Design bracelets, fringe earrings and other beadwork from scratch, turn a photo into a pattern, or choose a free pattern to get started. REAL BEAD COLORS AND REFERENCES Find bead colors from MIYUKI, TOHO, PRECIOSA ORNELA and MATUBO by manufacturer reference. Add them to your pattern palettes so you can identify the beads used in your design. Choose from available bead types, including MIYUKI Delica. FREE PATTERNS TO EXPLORE Browse the in-app library of free bead-weaving patterns and choose a project to follow. FROM PHOTO TO PATTERN Import an image to create an editable pattern. Refine the details, adjust the colors and make the design your own before you start beading. KEEP YOUR PLACE AS YOU BEAD Track your progress bead by bead or row by row, with directional arrows to guide you. Use tubular mode to follow compatible patterns worked in the round, including tubular peyote. DESIGN AROUND YOUR MATERIALS Edit and replace colors, build palettes and experiment with fringe layouts. Choose your bead type and size to estimate the finished dimensions. Save reusable shapes for future designs (Pro). EXPORT AND REOPEN YOUR WORK Export PDFs with word charts, bead counts, legends and QR codes (Pro). Add a cover photo of your finished piece. Scan a Threadologie QR code inside the app to reopen a compatible pattern and continue digitally. Designed for beginners and experts alike, Threadologie brings elegance, clarity, and ease to every step of your beadwork journey. Whether you’re crafting a bracelet, creating fringe earrings, designing peyote patterns for Etsy, or managing large loom projects, Threadologie helps you do it beautifully. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Tinnkle

Transform pixel art or images into crochet patterns with an intuitive editor and AI generation. Track your progress row-by-row with interactive guides and find real-world yarn matches. Export your designs as printable PDFs or digital annotations.

Highlights
  • Pixel art editor
  • Image to pattern conversion
  • AI pattern generation
  • Interactive crochet mode
  • Smart color matching
  • PDF and PNG exports
Features
Read full description

Tinnkle is the ultimate workspace for crochet enthusiasts, designed to turn any pixel art or image into a beautiful crochet pattern. Whether you are a fan of C2C, Graphgan, or Tapestry crochet, Tinnkle provides the tools you need to create, track, and export your designs with ease. Key Features: Draw & Pixelate: Create your own pixel art from scratch with our intuitive editor (up to 200x200), or import your favorite photos and watch Tinnkle turn them into high-quality crochet patterns instantly. Unique Crochet Mode: Stop losing track of your stitches! Our interactive "Crochet Mode" guides you row-by-row with a clear stitch counter and progress tracking. Perfect for complex Flat, Round, C2C, and Modular projects. AI-Powered Creativity: Simply describe your idea, and let our AI generate unique, crochetable patterns for you. From cute amigurumi concepts to intricate tapestry designs. Smart Color Matching: Use the Yarn & DMC Color Finder to match your design with real-world threads. We provide the best DMC match and yarn brand suggestions based on your photos. Professional Exports: Export your work as printable PDF charts or digital PNG annotations. Your exports include detailed text descriptions, stitch counts, and full DMC color legends. Why Choose Tinnkle? Intuitive interface designed by crafters, for crafters. Support for multiple crochet techniques (C2C, Flat, Round, Modular). Global community patterns and video tutorials. Regular updates with new features and UI refinements. Membership Info: Membership is a one-time purchase — 1 month or 1 year, no auto-renewal, no hidden charges. Unlock extra AI generations and advanced features. Questions or feedback? Contact us: support@tinnkle.com

Screenshots

Threadologie4 screens
Tinnkle4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Threadologie at 110 against Tinnkle's 1. Tinnkle's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and review sentiment (100% vs 84%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Threadologie sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Tinnkle sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tinnkle holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threadologie has 110 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of Threadologie's written reviews are positive against 100% of Tinnkle's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Threadologie versus Tinnkle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThreadologieTinnkle
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (110 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews84.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings110 — better1
Update frequencyWeeklyWeekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size169 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperLucie Levices明政 李

Customer experience

Threadologie

All ratings106 ratings
Positive92.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive84.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.8%

Tinnkle

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Threadologie

Subscriptions4
  • Creators monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Creator Pro Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
  • Creators Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Creators Pro Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
7 purchases

Tinnkle

One-time7
  • 100 Credits Pack$1.00
  • Tinnkle Premium (2 Weeks)$3.00
  • 320 Credits Pack$3.00
Show 4 more
  • Tinnkle Premium (Monthly)$4.00
  • Tinnkle Premium (2 Months)$7.00
  • 1050 Credits Pack$10.00
  • Tinnkle Premium (Yearly)$26.00

Questions

Is Threadologie free?
Threadologie is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tinnkle free?
Tinnkle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Threadologie or Tinnkle?
Tinnkle is rated higher. Threadologie averages 4.7 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Tinnkle averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Threadologie or Tinnkle have ads?
Neither Threadologie nor Tinnkle shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Threadologie or Tinnkle?
Threadologie ships an update weekly, and Tinnkle weekly. Most recently, Threadologie was updated on November 12, 2026 and Tinnkle on November 13, 2026.

Other comparisons