# FlorianiST vs Threadalog

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Threadalog at 85% against FlorianiST's 29%. Threadalog also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.0) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 months). FlorianiST's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (8.1 vs 16.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Threadalog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. FlorianiST asks for nothing beyond the download.

Threadalog holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Threadalog has 193 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of FlorianiST's written reviews are positive against 85% of Threadalog's.

FlorianiST ships an update every 9 months, Threadalog every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FlorianiST | Threadalog |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/florianist/id980586142/reviews) | **[4.8 (193 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **193** |
| Positive reviews | 28.6% of reviews | **84.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 37 MB | 46 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.1** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RNK Distributing](https://appshunter.io/developer/854705656) | [Deborah Glidden](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563961825) |

## What reviewers say

### FlorianiST

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/florianist/id980586142)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Threadalog

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/threadalog-embroidery-sewing/id6448735432)

Organize your needlework supplies and projects. Track threads, fabrics, beads, and patterns for cross stitch, embroidery, sewing, and more. Plan your projects, create shopping lists, and avoid buying duplicates.

**Highlights:** Inventory tracker for threads, fabric, beads, Project organizer and journal, Shopping list creation, Track progress on projects, Extensive thread catalog, Custom thread and item additions, Data backup and restore

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Threadalog Basic | $9.99 | per year |
| Threadalog Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro One-Time Purchase | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent for tracking threads and projects
- 👍 Organizes stash effectively
- 👍 User-friendly and intuitive
- 👍 Great for shopping lists
- 👍 Supports multiple brands

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Manual addition to inventory after purchase
- 👎 Difficult to navigate for some users
- 👎 Limited information for some
- 👎 Missing specialty flosses and custom additions
- 👎 Does not include all thread brands (e.g., Isocord, RA poly)

**Reported bugs**

- Pro version not allowing picture download or project saving for one user
- Email link for suggestions not working for one user

**Requested features**

- Add specialty flosses (silk, variegated) and custom threads
- Ability to add Aidas and flosses not on lists
- Add discontinued colors to lists
- Quick add/delete skein by swiping
- Input needed for projects to see missing threads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FlorianiST free?

FlorianiST is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Threadalog free?

Threadalog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FlorianiST or Threadalog?

Threadalog is rated higher. FlorianiST averages 3.0 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Threadalog averages 4.8 from 193 ratings.

### Do FlorianiST or Threadalog have ads?

Neither FlorianiST nor Threadalog shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FlorianiST or Threadalog?

FlorianiST ships an update every 9 months, and Threadalog every 5 days. Most recently, FlorianiST was updated on October 24, 2026 and Threadalog on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*