Best Embroidery Viewer Apps

217+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our embroidery viewer list covers 217+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Embroidery Viewer Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Embroidery File ViewerEmbroidery File ViewerFreeYesNoJul 2026
2Stitch Viewer ProStitch Viewer ProFree2.3★ (4)NoYesJun 2026
3StitchBuddy HDStitchBuddy HDFree4.1★ (291)NoYesJul 2026
4Stitch ProStitch ProFree2.7★ (7)NoNoMay 2026
5Brother ArtspiraBrother ArtspiraFree4.5★ (5.8K)YesYesJul 2026
6Embroidery-LinkEmbroidery-LinkFree1.8★ (5)NoNoMay 2026
7Mahalaxmi DesignMahalaxmi DesignFree3.5★ (2)NoNoJul 2026
8EMBCartEMBCartFree4.3★ (3)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Embroidery Viewer

Embroidery File Viewer#1

Embroidery File Viewer by Maya Patel

View PES & DST Files Fast
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
0.0(0 ratings)
FreeAds
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Easily view, preview, and convert popular machine embroidery file formats like PES and DST on your device. Analyze stitch details and layouts before sending designs to your embroidery machine. Works offline and supports multiple languages.

StitchBuddy HD#3

StitchBuddy HD by Matthias Arndt

Editor for Machine Embroidery
Worth Considering
📊 Productivity
4.1😐(291 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 Viewer apps to explore

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Stitch Pro
Stitch Pro
Stitch Pro
by Raygain International Inc.
Free

Access a vast library of embroidery patterns across various themes. Customize designs with intuitive editing tools on your mobile device and monitor your machine's progress remotely via Wi-Fi.

Extensive embroidery pattern libraryMobile pattern customizationWi-Fi embroidery progress monitoring
🔧 Utilities
(7)
free
5
Brother Artspira
Brother Artspira
Brother Artspira
Graphics & Design
Free

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.

Extensive design library (embroidery, cutting, printing)Thousands of Disney designsText editing tools (fonts, monogram, warp)
🎨 Graphics & Design
(5.8K)
freemium
6
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
7
Mahalaxmi Design
Mahalaxmi Design
Mahalaxmi Design
Embroidery-Design MD Design
Free

Discover a vast collection of hand and machine embroidery designs. Explore over 100 varieties, zoom and rotate for detailed viewing, and share your favorites. Download a wide range of patterns for home decor and personal projects.

100+ embroidery design varietiesZoom, zoom out, and rotate functionalityShare designs via multiple platforms
🛍️ Shopping
(2)
free
8
EMBCart
EMBCart
EMBCart
Get embroidery designs
Free

Access a vast online library of royalty-free embroidery designs. Customize and download patterns for various items like sarees, dresses, and home furnishings in .emb file format. The app aims to reduce design expenses and foster creativity for embroidery units.

Thousands of royalty-free embroidery designsFilter by size, area, and stitch typeDesigns for sarees, dresses, home furnishings, and more
🛍️ Shopping
(3)
free
9
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
10
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Embric - Embroidery Calculator
Stitch Viewer & DST File
Free

This app helps embroidery professionals calculate stitch counts, estimate costs, and preview DST files. It offers a fully offline environment for efficient design management and pricing, ideal for businesses and designers.

Stitch count calculationEmbroidery cost estimationDST file preview
📊 Productivity
(1)
free
11
Markup R-XP
Markup R-XP
Markup R-XP
Mark up counted stitch charts
Free

This app allows users to mark up any stitch chart from any designer. It can automatically detect grids, symbols, and colors from PDFs or photos, and even stitch together multi-page charts. Users can track progress, identify stitch counts, and utilize built-in shade cards for thread colors.

Load any chart from any designerAutomatic grid, symbol, and color detectionStitch multi-page charts together
🌟 Lifestyle
(2K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Threads3d
Threads3d
Threads3d
Embroidery 3d Viewer
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)
13
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
14
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
15
StitchedView
StitchedView
StitchedView
Cross-stitch Pattern Viewer
Free

View and mark progress on cross-stitch patterns shared via iCloud. Save patterns locally or export them as images with color legends or CSV files. Test select features of the companion app.

View cross-stitch patternsMark stitches in patternsSave patterns locally
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
free
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PNG to DST Converter
PNG to DST Converter
PNG to DST Converter
Convert PNG, JPG to DST, PES
Free

This service manually converts image files like PNG and JPG into professional embroidery formats such as DST and PES. It connects users with expert digitizers for high-quality, machine-ready files tailored to specific machines and fabrics, avoiding the flaws of automated converters.

Manual image to embroidery conversionSupports DST, PES, JEF, EMB formatsMachine and fabric optimization
💼 Business
(1)
free with in-app purchases
17
Cross Stitch: Embroidery Maker
Cross Stitch: Embroidery Maker
Cross Stitch: Embroidery Maker
Pattern keeper & design club
Free

Transform any image into a cross stitch pattern, customize it with various settings, and track your progress. This app also includes tools to convert floss colors and calculate thread quantities, making your embroidery hobby more convenient.

Create patterns from photosEdit pattern colors and pixel sizeAdjustable grid and color highlighting
🔧 Utilities
(91)
freemium
18
dot Customizer
dot Customizer
dot Customizer
Creative Embroidery App
Free

Create and edit custom embroidery designs with a library of built-in patterns and fonts. Send designs wirelessly to compatible machines for stitching. Suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experts.

Create and edit embroidery designsWireless design transfer to machinesCombine designs with letters/words
🌟 Lifestyle
(14)
free
19
ThreadsES
ThreadsES
ThreadsES
Embroidery Software
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)
20
Zoom Embroidery
Zoom Embroidery
Zoom Embroidery
Machine Embroidery Designs
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)

FAQ about Embroidery Viewer

Are there free embroidery viewer apps for iPhone?
Yes — 20 of the top embroidery viewer apps we rank are free to download, including Embroidery File Viewer and Stitch Viewer Pro.
Embroidery File Viewer shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 217+ embroidery viewer apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Embroidery File Viewer supports a wide range of formats including DST, PES, JEF, EXP, HUS, PCS, SEW, VP3, and XXX. This allows for broad compatibility with various embroidery machines and designs.
Yes, Embroidery File Viewer allows you to convert between popular formats like PES and DST. This feature is useful for ensuring compatibility with your specific embroidery machine.