Comparison

FuseBeads vs DotBead

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

Head to head
About

FuseBeads

Features
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Turn photos and pixel art into fuse bead patterns in seconds. FuseBeads is a simple and powerful bead pattern maker for creating fuse bead, perler bead, and pixel art designs. Features: β€’ Convert photos into bead patterns β€’ Create custom pixel art designs β€’ Multiple bead sizes and grid layouts β€’ Smart color palette generation β€’ Easy editing and live preview β€’ Export high-quality patterns β€’ Core photo and pattern processing happens on your device β€’ The free version includes ads β€’ An optional one-time FuseBeads Unlimited purchase removes ads and unlocks premium tools Perfect for fuse beads, perler beads, kandi art, pixel art, and DIY craft projects. Privacy Policy: https://www.yuechuanai.cn/apps/beads/privacy/en.html Terms of Use: https://www.yuechuanai.cn/apps/beads/terms/en.html

About

DotBead

Features
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Turn Any Photo into a Bead Pattern Create beautiful Perler, Hama, Artkal and Mard bead patterns from your photos or emoji in seconds. Whether you’re making gifts, pixel art, or DIY crafts, DotBead helps you generate accurate bead layouts with professional tools. β€” Features Photo & Emoji to Bead Patterns Convert any image or emoji into detailed bead patterns. * Photo to bead pattern * Emoji to bead pattern * Instant preview β€” Multiple Bead Brands Choose the palette you already own. Supports: * Perler * Hama * Artkal * Mard β€” Precision Editing Designed for real-world crafting. * Crosshair cursor positioning * Tap any bead to identify its color code * Accurate grid editing β€” Shopping List Automatically generate a bead inventory. * Required colors * Bead quantities * Easy purchasing reference β€” Gallery Save your favorite creations. * Store projects * Reopen anytime * Export patterns β€” Advanced Controls Professional tools for better results. * Limit grid size * Color count reduction * Dithering algorithms * Smart color optimization β€” Perfect For * Perler Beads * Hama Beads * Artkal Beads * Mard Beads * Fuse Beads * Pixel Bead Art * DIY Crafts * Handmade Gifts Subscriptions provide access to premium templates, advanced editing tools, and unlimited exports. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FuseBeads4 screens
DotBead4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DotBead at none against FuseBeads's 1. DotBead also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 2). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

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

Both are free to download. FuseBeads sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DotBead asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
FuseBeads versus DotBead: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFuseBeadsDotBead
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksβ€”
AdsYesNo β€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS17.616 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size33 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHenan Yuechuan Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.θΎ‰η«  何

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FuseBeads

One-time1
  • Lifetime Unlock$2.99
None

DotBead

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FuseBeads free?
FuseBeads is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DotBead free?
DotBead is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FuseBeads or DotBead have ads?
FuseBeads shows ads; DotBead does not.

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