SnapVoxel vs Bead Camera
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side ā with what reviewers say about each.
SnapVoxel
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SnapVoxel is a bead pattern maker for turning photos into clear, buildable fuse bead grids. Import a pet photo, portrait, or craft idea, then generate a pattern with color codes, bead counts, material lists, and high-resolution exports. It is designed for makers who need more than a quick pixel effect. SnapVoxel helps you prepare the pattern, review the colors, count the beads, manage project files, and keep everything ready for making. Key features: - Turn photos into fuse bead patterns - Crop, rotate, mirror, and adjust the source image - Review a clear grid with coordinates - Match colors against supported bead palettes - See color codes and bead counts automatically - Edit the pattern manually when details need cleanup - Save projects and continue later - Export high-resolution pattern images for reference or sharing Great for: - Pet portraits and avatar crafts - Handmade gifts and keepsakes - Small craft booths and workshop prep - Pixel art references for bead projects - Makers who want color counts before starting SnapVoxel focuses on the full path from image to making: not just converting a photo, but preparing the pattern, colors, counts, and export files you need before you start placing beads. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Bead Camera
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Turn your photos into pixel art and easy-to-follow fuse bead patterns with Bead Camera. Take a photo or import one from your library, choose a pattern size and color palette, then create a personalized pixel design in seconds. Key Features: ⢠Use the front or rear camera, or import existing photos ⢠Create patterns in 52 à 52, 78 à 78, or 104 à 104 sizes ⢠Choose different palettes and adjust colors and dithering ⢠Switch between round-bead and square-pixel views ⢠Display coordinates, color codes, and bead counts ⢠Extract objects and turn them into pixel decorations ⢠Create Polaroid, stamp, and custom pixel frames ⢠Draw directly on frames with pixel brushes ⢠Organize patterns, creations, and frames in one library ⢠Export creations as transparent PNG images Optional Pro features unlock watermark-free large-size exports and expanded library storage.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Bead Camera at daily against SnapVoxel's monthly. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. SnapVoxel sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Bead Camera sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
SnapVoxel ships an update monthly, Bead Camera daily. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SnapVoxel | Bead Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Daily ā better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 ā better | 17.0 |
| Further details ā not scored | ||
| Size | 86 MB | 7 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | åé č | é 妮 å¼ |
In-app purchases
SnapVoxel
- SnapVoxel Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
- SnapVoxel Annual Plan$3.991 Year
Bead Camera
- Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro Lifetime$2.99









