Comparison

SnapVoxel vs Bead Camera

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

Head to head
About

SnapVoxel

Features
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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/

About

Bead Camera

Features
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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 Ɨ 52, 78 Ɨ 78, or 104 Ɨ 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.

Screenshots

SnapVoxel4 screens
Bead Camera4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bead Camera at daily against SnapVoxel's every 8 days. 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

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

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SnapVoxel ships an update every 8 days, Bead Camera daily. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
SnapVoxel versus Bead Camera: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSnapVoxelBead Camera
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size86 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer原野 葛雅妮 å¼ 

In-app purchases

2 purchases

SnapVoxel

Subscriptions2
  • SnapVoxel Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • SnapVoxel Annual Plan$2.991 Year
2 purchases

Bead Camera

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
One-time1
  • Pro Lifetime$2.99

Questions

Is SnapVoxel free?
SnapVoxel is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Bead Camera free?
Bead Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SnapVoxel or Bead Camera have ads?
Neither SnapVoxel nor Bead Camera shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SnapVoxel or Bead Camera?
SnapVoxel ships an update every 8 days, and Bead Camera daily. Most recently, SnapVoxel was updated on September 19, 2026 and Bead Camera on August 3, 2026.

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