Best Embroidery Apps

201+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

Whether you're new to embroidery or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 201+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Top Picks for Embroidery

StitchPal - Embroidery Guides#1

StitchPal - Embroidery Guides by PIXELCELL PTE. LIMITED

Beginner Pattern, Cross Stitch
Editor's Choice
📰 Magazines & Newspapers
4.8(334 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#52in Magazines & Newspapers
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This app guides beginners through embroidery and cross-stitch with tutorials, step-by-step projects, and inspiration. It also uses AI to transform photos and ideas into stitchable designs, making handmade crafts accessible and enjoyable.

Brother Artspira#2

Brother Artspira by Brother Industries, LTD.

Graphics & Design
Strong Contender
🎨 Graphics & Design
4.5😞(5.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#19in Graphics & Design
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This app offers a vast library of designs for embroidery, sewing, cutting, and creative printing. It provides educational resources, community features, and AR previews to enhance your crafting projects. Unlock premium features and more designs with an optional subscription.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Excellent for embroidery
  • 💡 Useful free designs
  • 👍 Seamless integration with machines

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes
  • 🔒 Login issues
  • 👎 Limited design options
StitchBuddy HD#3

StitchBuddy HD by Matthias Arndt

Editor for Machine Embroidery
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.1😐(288 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Manage, edit, and preview machine embroidery designs on your mobile device. Modify designs at the stitch level, change thread colors, and sync across devices. Supports various file formats and printing options.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app for beginners
  • 💡 Excellent storage management
  • 👍 User-friendly and intuitive
  • 👍 Syncs between devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Difficult to use
  • 🐛 Doesn't work as described
  • 🐛 Crashes frequently

More Embroidery apps to explore

4
Creative Embroidery Designs 3D
Creative Embroidery Designs 3D
Creative Embroidery Designs 3D
Stitch Pattern & Lettering App
Free

Learn embroidery from beginner to advanced with step-by-step video lessons and guided projects. Create beautiful handcrafted art and meaningful gifts with expert tips and a personalized learning path.

Step-by-step video tutorialsGuided projectsMaster essential stitches
📚 Education
(122)
free with in-app purchases
5
Threadalog: Embroidery, Sewing
Threadalog: Embroidery, Sewing
Threadalog: Embroidery, Sewing
& Cross Stitch - Track Stash
Free

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.

Inventory tracker for threads, fabric, beadsProject organizer and journalShopping list creation
🌟 Lifestyle
(170)
freemium
6
Embroidery File Viewer
Embroidery File Viewer
Embroidery File Viewer
View PES & DST Files Fast
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
7
Stitchly: Cross stitch
Stitchly: Cross stitch
Stitchly: Cross stitch
Cross-stitch pattern maker
Free

Easily create custom cross-stitch patterns from photos or by drawing your own designs. Supports various stitch types and thread colors, with options to export as printable PDFs and track your progress. Perfect for both beginners and experienced crafters.

Create patterns from photosDraw custom designsSupports DMC and Anchor threads
🌟 Lifestyle
(2K)
paid
8
Threads Embroidery Software
Threads Embroidery Software
Threads Embroidery Software
by The Embroidery Warehouse, INC
Free

This embroidery software allows users to digitize, edit, and create lettering for embroidery designs. It is suitable for both industrial and home embroidery machines, offering flexibility for use on various devices.

Embroidery digitizingDesign editingLettering creation
🔧 Utilities
(5)
free
9
Embroidery Lettering
Embroidery Lettering
Embroidery Lettering
Lettering for Embroiderers
Free

Create custom text-based embroidery designs with a variety of fonts and adjustable properties. Preview your designs with a simulation before receiving them via email in your machine's format.

10 professionally digitized fontsAdjustable size, spacing, and fill propertiesControl over stitch density, underlay, and thread trims
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
ad-supported
10
PRO digitizing
PRO digitizing
PRO digitizing
Embroidery Digitizing + Vector
Free

Easily request custom embroidery digitizing and vector art services. Browse past orders, download designs, and manage quotes. Access a library of free designs and request changes with a photo.

Request new quotes or ordersBrowse and download past designsDownload preview, worksheet, and digitizing files
💼 Business
(971)
free with in-app purchases
11
Love Embroidery Magazine
Love Embroidery Magazine
Love Embroidery Magazine
Stitch Creative Projects
Free

Discover creative hand and machine embroidery projects with step-by-step instructions and expert interviews. Access trend-led designs, templates, and tutorials in every issue. Purchase single issues or subscribe for monthly or annual access.

10 trend-led projects per issueFull-size templates includedEasy-to-follow instructions
🌟 Lifestyle
(25)
free with in-app purchases
12
Brother My Stitch Monitor
Brother My Stitch Monitor
Brother My Stitch Monitor
Monitor embroidery machines
Free

Wirelessly monitor your Brother embroidery machine's progress, thread status, and receive alerts for finished projects or errors directly on your smart device. View thread color details and embroidery duration remotely.

Monitor embroidery progressReceive thread alertsCheck thread color information
🌟 Lifestyle
(28)
free
13
Magic Needle: Cross-Stitch
Magic Needle: Cross-Stitch
Magic Needle: Cross-Stitch
Embroidery Pattern Maker
Free

Transform your photos into unique cross-stitch patterns with this mobile converter. It offers tools for pattern creation, embroidery tracking, and project management, making it ideal for both beginners and experienced crafters. Create personalized gifts or enjoy your hobby with ease.

Create cross-stitch patterns from photosAdjust scheme size and color countSelect fabric and floss brands
🌟 Lifestyle
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Embroidery-Link
Embroidery-Link
Embroidery-Link
Creative Embroidery App
Free

Create and edit embroidery designs with lettering and built-in patterns. Send your creations wirelessly to a compatible embroidery machine. Offers comprehensive editing tools, design management, and simulation.

Wireless design transferLettering and font toolsDesign array creation
🌟 Lifestyle
(5)
free
15
EmbroideryThreads
EmbroideryThreads
EmbroideryThreads
Embroidery thread management
Free

Manage your embroidery thread collection and track which colors you own for specific projects. Easily add threads manually or in bulk for popular brands. This app helps you identify missing colors for your next design.

Manage embroidery thread inventoryTrack threads used per projectCheck stock levels
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
free with in-app purchases
16
Embroidery: Handmade Patterns
Embroidery: Handmade Patterns
Embroidery: Handmade Patterns
Learn how to design stitch art
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
17
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Stitch Viewer & DST File
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
18
Embroidery Magazine.
Embroidery Magazine.
Embroidery Magazine.
From the Embroiderers Guild
Free

Explore the vibrant world of textiles, fashion, and embroidery with inspiring features on contemporary and traditional crafts. Stay updated on the latest shows, events, and makers in the embroidery community. Access exclusive content and insights into embellishing surfaces.

Contemporary and traditional textile featuresNews on shows and eventsDiary and 'what's on' pages
🌟 Lifestyle
(3)
free with in-app purchases
19
Stitchique: AI Embroidery Art
Stitchique: AI Embroidery Art
Stitchique: AI Embroidery Art
Photo to Pattern Generator
Free
📷 Photo & Video
(1)
20
Zoom Embroidery
Zoom Embroidery
Zoom Embroidery
Machine Embroidery Designs
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)

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