Comparison

FlorianiST vs AcuSpark2

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

Head to head
About

FlorianiST

This app provides a comprehensive guide to embroidery stabilizers, featuring written and video instructions for each product. It includes tools for selecting the right stabilizer, troubleshooting common issues, tracking supplies, and creating shopping lists. A dealer directory is also built-in.

Highlights
  • Product reference with written directions
  • Video tutorials for product usage
  • Stabilizer Advisor tool
  • Troubleshooting guide
  • Supply organizer
  • Shopping list creator
  • Dealer directory
Features
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A complete reference for the entire line of Floriani stabilizers is contained in this app. You will find written directions for each product, as well as video direction on how to best use it. Use the Stabilizer Advisor to choose the best option for your projects and solve problems with the Troubleshooting tool. Track your supplies with our unique Organizer and use the Shopping List when visiting the dealer you found in the built-in dealer directory. If you sew, quilt or embroider you need this app!

About

AcuSpark2

This app guides you through using your sewing machine with clear instructions and helpful tips. It can scan QR codes on your machine to provide specific guidance and inspiration, even without a connected device.

Highlights
  • Sewing machine usage instructions
  • QR code scanning for machine status
  • Step-by-step sewing method videos
  • Presser foot descriptions
  • Stitch chart
  • Multilingual support
Features
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AcuSpark2 is an app that explains how to use the sewing machine and provides useful tips. Read the QR code displayed on the sewing machine screen with AcuSpark2 and all your questions will be answered. AcuSpark2 can also be used without a sewing machine. The app acts as a concierge, offering support and inspiring new ideas. AcuSpark2 is compatible with the following sewing machine models: Please refer to the following link : https://www7.janome.co.jp/global/softupdate/acuspark2/ Reading QR codes (linking with sewing machine): * When the QR codes displayed on the sewing machine screen are read with AcuSpark2, instructions and know-how related to the status of the sewing machine appear in the app. Features: * Offers basic knowledge on how to use the sewing machine. * Step-by-step illustrative videos for learning special sewing methods are available. * Presser foot descriptions (including optional items) * Includes a stitch chart containing the sewing machine's built-in stitches Supported languages are as follows: * English * French * Spanish * Japanese * Changing language settings Language settings can be adjusted through device settings (Settings -> General -> Language & Region). (Method may vary depending on device.) Notes: * An internet connection is required to download the data and the communication charges shall be borne by the customer. * The email address development@gm.janome.co.jp is for feedback only and no replies will be sent to emails received. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Screenshots

FlorianiST4 screens
AcuSpark24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: FlorianiST at 3.0 against AcuSpark2's 2.7. FlorianiST also leads on iOS requirement (8.1 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

FlorianiST holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 2.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 3 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 29% of FlorianiST's written reviews are positive against 33% of AcuSpark2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FlorianiST ships an update every 9 months, AcuSpark2 every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FlorianiST versus AcuSpark2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlorianiSTAcuSpark2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (7 ratings) — better2.7 (3 ratings)
Positive reviews28.6% of reviews33.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings7 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 8 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB72 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRNK DistributingJANOME Corporation

Customer experience

FlorianiST

All ratings7 ratings
Positive57.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative42.9%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative71.4%

AcuSpark2

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

None

FlorianiST

No in-app purchases

None

AcuSpark2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FlorianiST free?
FlorianiST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AcuSpark2 free?
AcuSpark2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, FlorianiST or AcuSpark2?
FlorianiST is rated higher. FlorianiST averages 3.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while AcuSpark2 averages 2.7 from 3 ratings.
Do FlorianiST or AcuSpark2 have ads?
Neither FlorianiST nor AcuSpark2 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FlorianiST or AcuSpark2?
FlorianiST ships an update every 9 months, and AcuSpark2 every 8 months. Most recently, FlorianiST was updated on October 7, 2026 and AcuSpark2 on October 17, 2026.

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