Comparison

Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro vs NeedleAtlas

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

Head to head
About

Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro

Features
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Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro is the ultimate design tool for iPhone and iPad. Turn your photos and ideas into professional cross stitch patterns in seconds. As the most advanced cross stitch pattern maker on the App Store, we provide everything you need to create, edit, and sell your own designs. β€’ AI Wizard: Convert photos into charts instantly with smart color matching. β€’ AlphaText: Type any text and generate unique stitch patterns automatically. β€’ Thread Support: Full palettes for DMC, Anchor, and CXC. β€’ PDF Export: Create high-quality, printable PDF booklets for your shop or personal use. β€’ Pro Editor: Draw, edit, and perfect your designs with advanced tools. β€’ Track Progress: Mark stitches as completed directly in the app. IT WORKS LIKE MAGIC When looking for a cross stitch pattern maker that handles complex images, our AI Wizard stands out. Simply upload a photo, choose your preferred thread brand (DMC, Anchor, CXC), and let the app create a perfectly optimized chart for you instantly. ALPHA PATTERN GENERATOR: TEXT TO PATTERN Unique to our app! Want to stitch a name, a special date, or a quote? Just type your text, choose a font style, and watch it transform into a stitch-ready pattern. This feature makes us more than just a standard cross stitch pattern maker; it makes us a complete design studio. MAKE YOUR MASTERPIECE Whether you are editing a converted photo or drawing from scratch, you have full control. Use professional tools to adjust colors, add backstitches, and refine every detail. EXPORT PROFESSIONAL PDFS Ready to share or sell? Export your designs as professional PDF booklets. The export includes a cover page, symbol legend, thread usage estimates, and clear chartsβ€”ready to be sold on digital marketplaces. FAQ Can I sell the patterns I create? Yes. You own 100% of the rights to your designs. Since you are using a professional cross stitch pattern maker, your PDF exports are commercial-grade and perfect for selling in your own shop or online marketplaces. Which thread brands are supported? We support the world's most popular brands including DMC, Anchor, and CXC to ensure your digital design matches your real-world supplies. Is there a subscription? We offer flexible options to suit your needs, including a Lifetime License (one-time purchase) for those who dislike subscriptions. https://crossstitchpatternsmaker.com/privacy-policy https://crossstitchpatternsmaker.com/terms-of-use

About

NeedleAtlas

Features
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Plan needlepoint canvases without a brand-locked catalog. Save design dimensions, mesh, margin, canvas and thread notes, track completed areas, view a coverage preview, estimate cut area and stitch coverage, and organize thread cards. Local reminders, insights and JSON backup are included. Pro removes the 3-project and 40-card limits and enables PDF/CSV export. No account, camera, ads or tracking. Thread quantities are estimates; verify stitch style, strand count, tension and waste with a test area and physical labels. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://viralcrew.de/apps/needleatlas/privacy

Screenshots

Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro4 screens
NeedleAtlas4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro at 15.1 against NeedleAtlas's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and NeedleAtlas sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro versus NeedleAtlas: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCross Stitch Pattern Maker ProNeedleAtlas
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size66 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRamazan ElesJasko Hodzic

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Premium$49.99
1 purchases

NeedleAtlas

One-time1
  • NeedleAtlas Pro Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro free?
Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NeedleAtlas free?
NeedleAtlas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro or NeedleAtlas have ads?
Neither Cross Stitch Pattern Maker Pro nor NeedleAtlas shows ads.

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