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 every 8 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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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 every 8 days, Bead Camera daily. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | SnapVoxel | Bead Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | 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$2.991 Year
Bead Camera
- Pro Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Pro Lifetime$2.99





