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DetailImageToBeads logo ImageToBeadsin the middle logo in the middle
What it doesFree Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns An app design studio that made Bulletin, an infinite canvas app for iPhone, iPad and Mac
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Pricing modelFree Free
PricingNot given Bulletin is available as a free download. The Terms & Conditions reference a lifetime PRO purchase option, but specific pricing for PRO is not detailed on the pages.
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
  • Arrange photos, notes and links freely on an infinite canvas
  • Pan and zoom between items
  • Available on iPhone, iPad and Mac
  • Free download
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
  • Infinite canvas design for flexible content organization
  • Cross-platform support across Apple devices
  • Free to use
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)8 +1 (up) since last check14 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)100
Citation Flow (Majestic)220
Referring domains (Majestic)180

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