Comparison

Yarnwise vs JiKnit

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

Head to head
About

Yarnwise

Features
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从找灵感到织完收尾,Yarnwise 陪你走完每一步。 专为棒针编织爱好者设计——看懂英文图解、管好线材积累、 记录每一个编织项目,所有工具一个 App 全搞定。 【图解阅读器(Pro)】 上传 PDF,自动解析为逐步操作清单,再也不用翻页找进度。 AI 一键翻译英文图解为中文,50+ 棒针术语精准识别, 缩写词典与行数计数器内置其中,阅读途中随时调出。 【每日图解发现】 每天推荐来自 Ravelry 的热门棒针图解,左右滑动浏览, 心仪的图解一键收入愿望单,灵感不断线。 【线材百科】 收录 3400+ 款毛线,按粗细、针号、纤维成分、密度精准筛选, 选线配线不再靠猜。 【我的工坊】 小样记录、购线花费、编织日志、线材仓库,Dashboard 一览全局。 各模块互联互通,线材用到哪记到哪。 【工具箱】 · 毛线用量计算器 · 棒针密度换算(US / EU / JP 针号对照) · 提花格子生成器(支持自由绘制与花纹预设库) · 编织缩写词典(90+ 条国际标准术语) · 行数计数器(多计数器 · 长按连续计数) 免费使用核心功能,升级 Pro 解锁图解阅读器与无限记录。

About

JiKnit

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JiKnit-Weaving counters chart — Make your weaving easier. JiKnit is an all-in-one row counter designed for crochet and knitting enthusiasts. It not only precisely tracks every row and stitch, but also supports smart OCR pattern recognition, multi-part independent counting, cloud sync, and other powerful features — making your crafting process more efficient and focused. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, JiKnit is your perfect companion through every stitch. We love crafting, and we know the frustration of losing count mid-project or having to unravel because of a single missed stitch. JiKnit was born to free you from these worries, so you can fully immerse yourself in the joy of handmade creation. Download and start with 3 free projects, browse your projects by date, look up stitch abbreviations anytime, and back up your crafting data. It's everything you need for small to medium projects, giving you a true taste of JiKnit's core convenience. Pro Features • Smart OCR Pattern Recognition Upload digital patterns or pattern text, and the AI automatically identifies row counts, pre-building counters so each row matches your pattern perfectly. Say goodbye to tedious manual setup. • Unlimited Projects & Multi-Part Independent Counters No matter how many projects you're juggling, or whether you need separate counts for an amigurumi's head, arms, and body — Pro gives every part its own dedicated counter, keeping your progress clear at a glance. • Cross-Platform iCloud Sync All your projects, counting progress, and notes are securely encrypted and synced to iCloud. Switch devices and keep crafting — your data is never lost. • Crafting Time & Annual Report Pro records every crafting session and generates a personalized annual report, leaving a beautiful trail of every moment you've poured into your work. • More Pro Benefits We will continue to bring more refined benefits to our Pro users. Subscription & Pricing JiKnit offers flexible payment options — subscribe monthly, annually, or unlock a lifetime membership with a single purchase: Monthly Pro: $1.99 / month Yearly Pro: $9.99 / year (Best Value) Lifetime Pro: $19.99 one-time purchase, lifetime access Prices may vary by region or promotion. Please refer to in-app pricing for the final amount. JiKnit — your trusted companion through every stitch. Download now and start your focused, freeing crafting journey! By using this app, you agree to our Standard End User License Agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Yarnwise4 screens
JiKnit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Yarnwise at none against JiKnit's 3. Yarnwise also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months). JiKnit's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. JiKnit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Yarnwise asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yarnwise ships an update every 5 days, JiKnit every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Yarnwise versus JiKnit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYarnwiseJiKnit
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB15 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer镜竹 潘亚波 王

In-app purchases

None

Yarnwise

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

JiKnit

Subscriptions2
  • MonthlyPro3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • YearlyPro7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • PermanentPro$19.99

Questions

Is Yarnwise free?
Yarnwise is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JiKnit free?
JiKnit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Yarnwise or JiKnit have ads?
Yarnwise shows ads; JiKnit does not.
Which is updated more often, Yarnwise or JiKnit?
Yarnwise ships an update every 5 days, and JiKnit every 2 months. Most recently, Yarnwise was updated on October 5, 2026 and JiKnit on September 30, 2026.

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