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ImageToBeads vs CADCraft

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ImageToBeads compared with CADCraft
DetailImageToBeads logo ImageToBeadsCADCraft logo CADCraft
What it doesFree Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns Free online CAD in your browser with no account or installation required
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Pricing modelFree Free
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Key features
  • 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
  • 2D drafting with lines, circles, polylines and arcs
  • DXF and DWG file support
  • Layers, dimensions, blocks and hatching
  • Object snaps and coordinate input
  • Local file storage and download
  • Private cloud save with optional account
  • Runs in Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari
What makes it different
  • 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
  • Completely free with no subscription or account requirement
  • Open-source licensed under MIT or Apache-2.0
  • No download or installation needed
  • Runs locally in your browser
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)8 +1 (up) since last check11 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)106
Citation Flow (Majestic)2219
Referring domains (Majestic)189

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