Sokompanion (knitting) vs Sock Pattern Architect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Sokompanion (knitting)
This app simplifies sock knitting patterns from a popular book. It helps users quickly calculate Master Numbers for custom sock designs and allows for direct printing of patterns. Explore the app's functionality through an online video demonstration.
- Custom sock pattern generation
- Master Number calculation
- Direct pattern printing
- Based on Cat Bordhi's book
- AirPrint compatible
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Welcome to the official iOS app based on the book, New Pathways for Sock Knitters, Book One, by Cat Bordhi. This app is designed to make your sock patterns easy, convenient to make, and accessible with the touch of a button. Use this app to help you quickly and accurately get your Master Numbers used to make custom master patterns for any sock in the book. Print your patterns directly from your device (AirPrint compatible printer required)! Want to see the app in action? There is a video on our website.
Sock Pattern Architect
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The Sock Pattern Architect creates custom knitting patterns based on your actual measurements and individual gauge—completely independent of rigid standard tables. Tailor-made instead of generic The app calculates the leg, heel, foot, and toe from your specific inputs: gauge, leg circumference, instep circumference, as well as foot length and circumference. This ensures results based on real proportions for a perfect fit. The right instructions for every level Whether you are just starting out or have knitted countless pairs—simply adjust the instruction output to match your experience: • Detailed for Beginners: Comprehensive explanations for every step. • Normal: The proven standard for experienced knitters. • Brief for Experts: A compact summary of the essential numbers and facts. Maximum construction flexibility Choose from various heel and toe types and foot shapes (e.g., Egyptian, Greek, or Roman). The app provides smart recommendations that you can adopt directly or modify manually. High precision: The toe calculation can be fine-tuned for small feet and specific stitch transitions. Precision through personal knitting style Account for your individual tension directly in the calculation. Whether you knit very tightly or particularly loosely, the app automatically adjusts stitch counts to match your personal knitting style. Features at a glance: • Calculation based on actual measurements instead of standard tables. • Adjustable level of detail (Beginner to Expert). • Support for numerous heel, toe, and foot types. • Smart recommendations for construction variants. • Individual adjustment for personal knitting tension. • Optimized toe calculation for small sizes. • PDF export of the finished pattern. • Fully available in German and English. Results are clearly structured into sections: Leg, Heel, Foot, and Toe. The Sock Pattern Architect is the tool for everyone looking to plan socks more individually and accurately—from small feet to regular sizes, from simple standards to specifically customized variants.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Sock Pattern Architect at every 6 days against Sokompanion (knitting)'s every 14 months. Sock Pattern Architect also leads on price ($3.99 vs $4.99). Sokompanion (knitting)'s advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.6). On ads, in-app purchases 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
Sokompanion (knitting) costs $4.99 and Sock Pattern Architect $3.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Sokompanion (knitting) ships an update every 14 months, Sock Pattern Architect every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Sokompanion (knitting) | Sock Pattern Architect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 | $3.99 — better |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 14 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 29 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tse Si'ani Studios LLC | Stefan Neumann |
In-app purchases
Sokompanion (knitting)
No in-app purchases
Sock Pattern Architect
No in-app purchases
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