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BeadPattern vs Shotomatic

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BeadPattern compared with Shotomatic
DetailBeadPattern logo BeadPatternShotomatic logo Shotomatic
What it doesTurn any photo into a printable Perler, Hama or fuse bead pattern in seconds Turn clicks into step-by-step guides
StageMVP Not given
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingNot given Free: up to 5 captured steps per session, unlimited saved guides and documents, basic editing and export tools. Pro Lifetime (1 Mac): $39 one-time. Pro Lifetime (3 Macs): $109 one-time. Pro Subscription (3 Macs): $12/month or $72/year.
Key features
  • Photo to bead pattern conversion
  • AI image generation and pattern creation
  • Drawing and editing tools
  • Color groups and bead counts
  • Perler, Hama, and fuse bead support
  • Numbered making sheets
  • Tiled printing for larger designs
  • Action Capture: save target state before each accepted click and create editable step-by-step guides
  • Timed screenshot capture with configurable intervals
  • Keypress automation to simulate keystrokes between shots
  • Website batch capture for multiple URLs at once
  • Export formats: PDF, PNG, JPG, WebP, ZIP, and MP4
  • Editing tools: text, shapes, lines, arrows, framing, and Action Focus
  • Multi-page document capture for books, comics, and webcomics
  • Capture entire screen, specific window, or custom area
  • Timelapse video creation from screenshot sessions
  • Offline operation: all captures stay on Mac unless shared
What makes it different
  • Free web-based tool with no sign-up required
  • AI-powered image to pattern conversion
  • Support for multiple bead brands
  • Editable patterns with color groups
  • Click-driven guide creation: Action Capture turns completed tasks into ordered, editable step-by-step guides automatically
  • Hands-free automation: timed capture workflows let users complete tasks without manual screenshot intervention
  • Local privacy: all captures remain on the user's Mac and work entirely offline
  • One-pass workflow: capture, review, and export in one unified application
  • Flexible export: multiple formats including PDF, PNG, JPG, WebP, ZIP, and MP4 video
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)11 +1 (up) since last check23 −1 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)197
Citation Flow (Majestic)434
Referring domains (Majestic)14129

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