Knit It vs Knitting
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Knit It
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Turn inspiration into a pattern. KnitIt helps you recreate knitted items you love. Upload a photo and get a structured knitting plan: what it is, how it’s constructed, what you’ll need, and the step-by-step instructions to make it. Features • Photo → step-by-step knitting instructions • Item detection (hat, mittens, socks, sweater, scarf, and more) • Materials: yarn weight + yardage note, needles, notions • Abbreviations explained (only what’s used) • Clean “one step per screen” reading experience • Save projects and come back anytime Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Knitting
Learn to knit with step-by-step video tutorials and a vast library of patterns. Suitable for beginners and experienced crafters, this app helps you master stitches, build a portfolio, and tackle any project.
- Step-by-step video tutorials
- Learn basic to advanced stitches
- 100+ patterns for all levels
- Track project progress
- Create clothing, decor, toys, and accessories
- Empowers tackling external patterns
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Learn to knit step by step, from your very first stitch to your first finished project. Whether you're picking up needles for the first time or you're ready to master new techniques, Knitting: Tutorials & Patterns guides you through every stitch. LEARN TO KNIT FROM SCRATCH Clear, step-by-step video lessons take you from casting on your very first loop to binding off your finished piece. • Master the essentials: knit, purl, cast on and bind off • Level up: move on to advanced techniques like cables and colorwork • Crystal-clear, right-handed video demonstrations 1,000+ PATTERNS AND PROJECTS • Beginner-friendly patterns that build your confidence fast • Intermediate projects that grow with your skills • Hats and beanies, scarves, socks, mittens, cardigans, blankets, dishcloths, baby clothes, toys and home decor HANDY KNITTING TOOLS • Row counter and stitch counter • Session timer • Yarn stash tracker • Saved, active and finished projects, all in one place CELEBRATE YOUR PROGRESS Track completed lessons, watch your portfolio grow and celebrate every finished project. KNIT ANY PATTERN WITH CONFIDENCE The techniques you master here give you the skills to follow knitting patterns from any source. GO PREMIUM Unlock the complete library of patterns, lessons and video guides with a premium subscription. Start with a free trial. Ready to knit your first handmade piece or the perfect gift? Download Knitting: Tutorials & Patterns and start stitching today! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Knitting at every 2 days against Knit It's every 2 weeks. Knit It's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Knit It sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Knitting sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Knit It ships an update every 2 weeks, Knitting every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Knit It | Knitting |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 4 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kristina Makhianova | Tal Zvi |
In-app purchases
Knit It
- KnitIt Premium3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- KnitIt Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
Knitting
- Premium Weekly7 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Premium Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year









