Comparison

Bead Studio vs BeadCraft

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

Head to head
About

Bead Studio

Transform any photo into a fuse bead pattern with this intuitive tool. It automatically generates bead grids, charts, and material lists, requiring no design skills. Perfect for creating pixel art, gifts, or craft templates.

Highlights
  • One-step photo-to-pattern creation
  • Automatic bead grid generation
  • Material list with color counts
  • Adjustable grid size
  • Built-in bead palettes
  • Save, share, and export patterns
Features
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Bead Studio turns any photo into a build-ready fuse bead pattern in one simple step. Pick a photo from your library or camera, and Bead Studio automatically creates a clean bead grid, chart, and material list you can use right away. No complicated setup, no manual tracing, no design skills needed. Features: - One-step photo-to-pattern creation - Photo library and camera import - Automatic bead grid generation - Adjustable grid size for simple or detailed projects - Built-in palettes for common fuse bead brands - Bead preview, chart view, and original photo comparison - Material list with color counts and estimated bags - Save, share, or export patterns as images or PDFs - Save projects locally and restore deleted patterns from Trash - In-app language support for 13 languages Whether you are making pixel art, handmade gifts, or craft templates, Bead Studio makes it easy to go from photo to pattern in seconds.

About

BeadCraft

Features
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BeadCraft Local helps you turn photos into ready-to-make fuse bead patterns. Import a pet photo, portrait, icon, or any local image, then convert it into a clear bead grid for real craft work. The app maps your image to Artkal S 5mm bead colors, counts the beads you need, and helps you export a printable making plan. Features: • Photo to bead pattern Import a local image and generate a bead grid for your chosen board size and color count. • Real bead color matching Match patterns to Artkal S 5mm colors so your plan is closer to the beads you actually use. • Bead material list See color usage and bead counts before you start making. • Printable PDF export Create clean pattern sheets for printing, sharing, or checking while crafting. • Progress tracking Mark completed beads as you work through larger patterns. • Local privacy Your photos, generated patterns, and project files stay on your device. Great for: • Perler bead and fuse bead makers • Pixel art craft projects • Pet portraits, avatars, charms, gifts, and decorations • Makers who want a private offline photo-to-pattern workflow The free version includes basic pattern creation. Pro unlocks larger boards, printable PDFs, unlimited saved projects, and high-resolution exports.

Screenshots

Bead Studio4 screens
BeadCraft3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bead Studio at none against BeadCraft's 1. BeadCraft's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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. BeadCraft sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Bead Studio asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Bead Studio versus BeadCraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBead StudioBeadCraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size20 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXiang Wang雪梅 黄

In-app purchases

None

Bead Studio

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BeadCraft

One-time1
  • BeadCraft Pro$6.99

Questions

Is Bead Studio free?
Bead Studio is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BeadCraft free?
BeadCraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bead Studio or BeadCraft have ads?
Bead Studio shows ads; BeadCraft does not.
Which is updated more often, Bead Studio or BeadCraft?
Bead Studio ships an update fortnightly, and BeadCraft fortnightly. Most recently, Bead Studio was updated on July 6, 2026 and BeadCraft on September 22, 2026.

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