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Art Grid Maker vs ImageToBeads

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Art Grid Maker compared with ImageToBeads
DetailArt Grid Maker logo Art Grid MakerImageToBeads logo ImageToBeads
What it doesFree browser-based grid drawing and scaling tools for artists Free Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inGB Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Free
PricingFree tier includes core grid overlay, standard resolution PNG/JPG download, and up to 3 saved presets. Pro Monthly: $8/month (billed $79 annually at $6.58/month with 14-day free trial). Pro Lifetime: $139 one-time payment. Not given
Key features
  • Grid overlay with customizable rows and columns
  • Printable grid paper generator
  • Aspect ratio calculator
  • Proportion calculator for scaling drawings
  • Canvas size calculator
  • Instagram grid splitter
  • Paint by number generator (Pro)
  • Perspective grid generator (Pro)
  • 4K ultra-high resolution export (Pro)
  • Print-ready PDF export (Pro)
  • Upload photos and illustrations in JPEG, PNG, WebP, AVIF, and HEIC formats
  • Support for multiple bead brands including Perler, Hama, MARD, Artkal, and Nabbi
  • Crop and select specific parts of images
  • Merge rare colors and clean isolated cells
  • Local draft auto-save with one recoverable draft per device
  • Export complete PNG with grid, color legend, and bead quantities
  • Optional color codes in exported patterns
  • Manual editing tools and undo functionality
  • No account required for core functionality
  • Mobile-friendly workspace
What makes it different
  • Focused single-task tools instead of one broad editor
  • Works directly in browser with no software installation
  • Free core tools remain fully functional without payment
  • Maps images to actual bead palettes rather than just reducing resolution
  • Automatic bead counting and material quantification
  • Uses real bead color references from manufacturers
  • All image processing happens locally in the browser with no upload
  • Practical pattern creation with editing tools for buildability
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)18 no change since last check8 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)910
Citation Flow (Majestic)3022
Referring domains (Majestic)2418

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