Comparison

AcuDesign vs Booked By Bellavate

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

Head to head
About

AcuDesign

Design, edit, and manage embroidery patterns on your mobile device. Access a library of designs, customize colors and sizes, and simulate stitching before you begin. Sync your work across devices and export to various embroidery machine formats.

Highlights
  • Import and export embroidery designs
  • Edit designs: scale, change colors, adjust density
  • Photorealistic preview and stitching simulation
  • Access free and purchasable design library
  • Sync designs via iCloud and Dropbox
  • Lettering capability with pre-digitized fonts
Features
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Janome’s AcuDesign Embroidery App allows you to purchase, edit, import and export designs from your iOS mobile device. Includes 650 embroidery designs. Import, export, print and edit your own collection of designs or purchased designs from your favorite Retailer or online, in all supported embroidery formats. Scale your designs, change thread colors, fabric type and automatically adjust the density of embroidery designs. AcuDesign can save designs in multiple file formats to work with your machine. Preview designs in Photorealistic preview and stitching simulation to ensure perfection every time. Share your designs with your friends on Facebook with one click. Use your iOS device as a portable library, with automatic sync to iCloud and Dropbox! Exports to Artistic Edge WiFi cutter Lettering capability (in-app purchase) with 20 high-quality scalable pre-digitized fonts. AcuDesign Features Embroidery Browser * Many free embroidery designs for download * Complete collection of embroidery designs to purchase through the Apple Store * Filter, sort and search embroidery designs * Select multiple designs and export them to stitch file and optionally ZIP them together * Show the embroidery designs grouped either by package or by category * US and Metric measurement system * iCloud® connection to sync purchases between machines * Dropbox® sync to display and export files Embroidery Viewer * 3D photorealistic preview of the embroidery design * Photorealistic, real-time simulation of the stitching process, with machine speed adjustment option and “move frame” ability; the sound of the machine can be muted or its volume adjusted from the Preferences. * Measure tool that allows you to measure your designs * Ability to change thread colors from a complete collection of thread color palettes (all major manufacturers) * Representation of the "shiny" effect of rayon/polyester thread, according to the move of the iPhone/iPod or iPad. * Change fabric type and fabric color for better preview of the final embroidery result. * Send the thread information that you will use in the specific design by email, add the quantity you need and use it as shopping list. * Show the design in the embroidery hoop and re-center it if necessary * Rename a design and add/edit tags Import and Export the following formats: * (.jef, .jef+, .jpx, .sew) Janome® * (.vp3) Hursqvarna Viking®/Pfaff® * (.exp) Bernina®/Melco® expanded * (.pec, .pes) Brother®/Babylock® * (.dst) Tajima® * (.xxx) Singer® * (.shv) Viking® D1 (import only) * (.pcm, .pcs) Pfaff® * Export to Edge WiFi cutter Embroidery Editor * Ability to Undo and Redo any change you make * Scale, rotate or slant the design with automatic stitch density adjustment * Add, move or delete stitches * Add or remove color changes and thread trims * Change the embroidery sequence of a design, using sequence manager * Auto-fit a design to the size of the hoop We support the following ways to output designs: * To Dropbox® * To WebDAV account (AirStash® device or any web hosting plan that supports such protocol) * To FTP account (TP-LINK® Router with USB host, iUSBport®, Gigastone WPD®, or connect to a web ftp account or to local ftp account) * By email * To AirPrint compatible printers * Post to Facebook * As an image to any other App (like Twitter, Pinterest, Camera roll etc.)

About

Booked By Bellavate

Features
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Bellavate is the ultimate all-in-one platform for personal service business owners, designed to streamline operations and boost your brand’s visibility. With powerful automation tools, Bellavate takes care of your day-to-day tasks, from appointment bookings and client reminders to payment processing, allowing you to focus on growing your business. Our advanced marketing automations ensure your business stays top of mind with clients. Set up automated email and SMS campaigns to nurture relationships, and let Bellavate handle follow-ups, promotions, and client re-engagement effortlessly. Bellavate also integrates seamlessly with social media platforms, offering smart social media scheduling and automation tools that allow you to post consistently across multiple channels without lifting a finger. Our built-in analytics tools help you track performance and optimize your strategy, ensuring your business reaches its full potential. Whether you're managing a lash studio, PMU business, or salon, Bellavate gives you everything you need to automate your business operations and elevate your social media presence—helping you attract, manage, and retain clients with ease.

Screenshots

AcuDesign4 screens
Booked By Bellavate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Booked By Bellavate at Free against AcuDesign's $49.99. Booked By Bellavate also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 75). AcuDesign's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

Booked By Bellavate is free to download; AcuDesign costs $49.99 up front. AcuDesign sells 75 one-off in-app purchases. Booked By Bellavate asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
AcuDesign versus Booked By Bellavate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAcuDesignBooked By Bellavate
Price$49.99Free — better
Rating2.0 (47 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews12.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings47 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB341 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperJanome America, Inc.Booked By Bellavate

In-app purchases

75 purchases

AcuDesign

One-time75
  • Anna Elise 4Free
  • Bouquet FlowerFree
  • Forest Friends 3$0.99
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  • Forest Friends 6$0.99
  • Rodeo Rider 2$0.99
  • Anchors Away 28$0.99
  • Old Favorites 9$0.99
  • Rodeo Rider 4$0.99
  • Monsters 2$0.99
  • Backyard Bliss 10$0.99
  • Rainy Days 14$0.99
  • Backyard Bliss 11$0.99
  • Craftsmen 9$0.99
  • Hello Bear 9$0.99
  • Hipster Style 13$0.99
  • Spooktackular 12$0.99
  • Adora 9$0.99
  • Modern Borders 1$0.99
  • Hello Bear 10$0.99
  • Dog Gone It 3$0.99
  • Rodeo Rider 5$0.99
  • Backyard Bliss 8$0.99
  • Flower Field 6$0.99
  • Summer Fun 14$0.99
  • Quilting by Liz 6$0.99
  • Floral Fun 3$0.99
  • Baby Woodland Friends 2$0.99
  • Happy Camper 4$0.99
  • Winged 3$0.99
  • Sweet as Honey 5$0.99
  • Happy Camper 3$0.99
  • Forest Friends 12$0.99
  • Expressions of Texture 2$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 3$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 9$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 34$1.99
  • Wildlife 13$1.99
  • Craftsmen 13$1.99
  • Enchanted Garden 19$1.99
  • Folky Flora 4$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 32$1.99
  • Anna Elise 11$1.99
  • Floral Monogram H$1.99
  • Floral Monogram L$1.99
  • Floral Monogram S$1.99
  • Wildlife 14$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 13$1.99
  • Cuckoo Clocks 3$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 20$1.99
  • Expressions of Texture 18$1.99
  • Monsters$2.99
  • Baby Woodland Friends 1$2.99
  • Anchors Away 43$2.99
  • Antique Frames$2.99
  • Rodeo Rider$4.99
  • Flower Field$6.99
  • Wycinanki Floral$6.99
  • Petal and Plume$7.99
  • Let It Snow$9.99
  • Succulence$9.99
  • Forest Floor$10.99
  • Adora Paisley$11.99
  • Spooktackular$11.99
  • Floral Fun$12.99
  • Stars and More$12.99
  • Rainy Days$12.99
  • Fly Aweigh$12.99
  • Anna Elise$12.99
  • Lollipop Flowers$12.99
  • Happy Camper$15.99
  • Forest Friends$16.99
  • Backyard Bliss$24.99
  • Floral Monogram$45.99
  • Lettering module package$49.99
  • Expression of Texture$59.99
None

Booked By Bellavate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AcuDesign free?
AcuDesign costs $49.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Booked By Bellavate free?
Booked By Bellavate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AcuDesign or Booked By Bellavate have ads?
Neither AcuDesign nor Booked By Bellavate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AcuDesign or Booked By Bellavate?
AcuDesign ships an update every 6 months, and Booked By Bellavate every 6 months. Most recently, AcuDesign was updated on October 20, 2026 and Booked By Bellavate on September 30, 2026.

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