Comparison

BeadCraft vs BeadPixel

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

Head to head
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.

About

BeadPixel

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Turn any photo into a beautiful bead pattern in seconds with BeadPixel — the ultimate Perler bead pattern maker. Whether you're into Perler beads, Hama beads, fuse beads, or Mard beads, BeadPixel helps you transform photos into pixel-perfect crafting patterns. Upload an image, customize the pattern size and color palette, and get a detailed bead-by-bead guide with color keys and exact bead counts. KEY FEATURES • Photo to Bead Pattern — Upload any photo and convert it into a pixel art bead pattern instantly • Customizable Pattern Size — Choose your grid size to match your project needs • Smart Color Matching — Match colors to Mard's 291-color library and other popular bead brands • Bead Count & Color Key — Get exact bead counts and a printable color legend for easy shopping • Multiple Bead Sizes — Support for 5mm and 2mm beads • Save & Share — Export your patterns and share with the crafting community Perfect for DIY crafters, pixel art enthusiasts, and bead art lovers. Start turning your favorite photos into handmade bead masterpieces today! Downloading this application signifies your agreement to the User License Agreement: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/beadpixel-privacy-policy/00801a04-f23b-4577-a299-dd7b6fb41236/privacy https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/beadpixel-userterm/c20bd4cb-8eff-4c3f-bbf9-9e8216439686/terms

Screenshots

BeadCraft3 screens
BeadPixel3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BeadPixel at none against BeadCraft's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. BeadCraft sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BeadPixel asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
BeadCraft versus BeadPixel: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBeadCraftBeadPixel
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better18
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer雪梅 黄育 江

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BeadCraft

One-time1
  • BeadCraft Pro$6.99
None

BeadPixel

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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