Comparison

Doumen vs BeadSnap

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

Head to head
About

Doumen

Create and manage fuse bead patterns with AI-powered recognition and design tools. Convert images to patterns, edit them, and track your bead inventory. Works offline for design and creation.

Highlights
  • AI pattern recognition from images
  • Convert photos to bead patterns
  • Edit patterns (draw, crop, color)
  • Export to PNG, PDF, and previews
  • Bead stock inventory management
  • Offline design and creation tools
  • iCloud sync between devices
Features
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Doumen is a free, ad-free tool for recognizing, designing, and making fuse bead patterns. No sign-up required. Available on iPhone and iPad. From images to patterns - Pattern recognition: Use on-device AI to recognize grids and color codes and create editable bead patterns. - Image to pattern: Convert photos and illustrations into bead patterns, match color palettes, and adjust colors. - Shared link import: Retrieve images from supported shared links, then recognize and edit them. Edit and export - Draw, crop, rotate, mirror, and replace colors in bulk. - Export PNG, PDF, mirrored patterns, and rendered previews. Customize watermarks and preview backgrounds. Inventory and making - Manage bead stock and check pattern quantities and material lists. - Use color highlights, coordinate guides, count hints, timers, and progress records while making. - Sync projects between iPhone and iPad with iCloud. On-device recognition, offline creation AI pattern recognition runs on your device. Local imports, editing, and making tools work offline. Shared link imports and iCloud sync require an internet connection. Recognition results depend on image clarity, grid alignment, and readable color codes. Check the results before making. Only import and use images and patterns you own or have permission to use.

About

BeadSnap

Features
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Turn any photo into a beautiful bead art pattern! BeadSnap converts your pictures into pixel-perfect bead patterns using standard fuse bead color palettes. Features: • One-tap photo to bead pattern conversion • Adjustable grid size (16–256) for any detail level • Material list with exact bead counts and color coordinates • Multiple brand color palettes (MARD, Perler, Generic) • Grid-based progress tracking — complete section by section • Save and resume projects anytime • Export and share material lists • Flip between bead pattern and original photo Perfect for fuse bead enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you're creating a small keychain or a large wall display, BeadSnap helps you plan, track, and complete your bead art with precision. Supports 34 standard bead colors with brand-specific code matching for MARD, Perler, and generic brands.

Screenshots

Doumen4 screens
BeadSnap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeadSnap at none against Doumen's 1. Doumen's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, 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. Doumen sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BeadSnap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Doumen ships an update every 4 days, BeadSnap every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Doumen versus BeadSnap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDoumenBeadSnap
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews89.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer旭 张强 李

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Doumen

One-time1
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99
None

BeadSnap

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Doumen free?
Doumen is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeadSnap free?
BeadSnap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Doumen or BeadSnap have ads?
Neither Doumen nor BeadSnap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Doumen or BeadSnap?
Doumen ships an update every 4 days, and BeadSnap every 2 months. Most recently, Doumen was updated on October 21, 2026 and BeadSnap on October 21, 2026.

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