Comparison

StitchGrid vs IrisFold

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

Head to head
About

StitchGrid

Features
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StitchGrid is designed for crocheters and knitters who want a clearer, more organized way to follow patterns. Whether you find patterns online, create your own, or generate new ones using AI, StitchGrid transforms them into structured, visual grids that are easy to track and follow. Key Features: Pattern to Grid Conversion Convert written or visual patterns into a structured stitch grid where each square represents one stitch, making complex patterns easier to understand. AI Pattern Generation Generate crochet and knitting patterns instantly using simple prompts. StitchGrid helps you explore new designs and turn creative ideas into structured patterns. Row-by-Row Guidance View detailed row information with clear instructions, helping you stay on track without confusion. Focus Mode Highlight the current row and stitch so you can concentrate on your work without distractions. Add & Manage Patterns Save patterns from different sources and organize them in one place for easy access. Clean & Minimal Interface Designed for a smooth, intuitive, and distraction-free experience while crafting. Developed by Kashish Gupta

About

IrisFold

Features
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Design original iris-folding patterns with a precise, local-first workflow. IrisFold turns a user-owned aperture into a numbered, colored construction pattern for cards, classes, and pattern listings. CREATE ACCURATE PATTERNS • Choose triangle, square, or pentagon iris geometry. • Adjust spiral step, rotation, center opening, color lanes, and paper-strip width. • Reshape starter apertures or import a supported closed polygonal SVG. • Review every numbered fold before cutting paper. PREPARE PRINT-READY FILES • Export calibrated Letter or A4 PDF files with a one-inch calibration square. • Create a matching SVG aperture guide. • See paper-strip counts by color lane. • Follow one numbered construction step at a time on iPhone or iPad. SHARE YOUR WORK • Generate a seven-second vertical Iris Reveal video locally. • Share an editable .irisfold project for remixing. • Save projects on your device with no account required. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Projects and imported artwork stay on your device. IrisFold has no ads, analytics SDK, developer backend, or third-party AI service. You can export three distinct PDF/SVG pattern revisions free. A one-time IrisFold Lifetime purchase unlocks unlimited print-ready PDF and SVG exports. Creation, saving, preview, Build Steps, Iris Reveal, and Remix sharing remain free. Use only artwork you own, license, or have permission to use.

Screenshots

StitchGrid4 screens
IrisFold3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: StitchGrid at none against IrisFold's 1. IrisFold's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.2). On price, ads 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. IrisFold sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. StitchGrid asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
StitchGrid versus IrisFold: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStitchGridIrisFold
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGALGOTIAS UNIVERSITY,SCHOOL OF BUSINESS程辉 ęØ

In-app purchases

None

StitchGrid

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

IrisFold

One-time1
  • IrisFold Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is StitchGrid free?
StitchGrid is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is IrisFold free?
IrisFold is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do StitchGrid or IrisFold have ads?
Neither StitchGrid nor IrisFold shows ads.

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