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ImageToBeads vs Photostar

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ImageToBeads compared with Photostar
DetailImageToBeads logo ImageToBeadsPhotostar logo Photostar
What it doesFree Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns Free online Photoshop alternative for photos and PSD files
StageNot given Not given
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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
  • PSD import and export with editable text and shapes
  • Layers, masks and adjustment layers
  • On-device background removal and subject selection
  • Healing, cloning and object removal
  • Smart objects and smart filters
  • Offline editing after resources are cached
  • Support for RAW camera files
  • 8-bit and 16-bit editing
  • Multiple export formats including PNG, JPEG, WebP, TIFF and PDF
  • Editable design templates
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 account required or watermarks on exports
  • All editing happens locally on your device without uploading photos
  • Works offline after resources are cached
  • Opens and saves layered PSD files with editable text and shapes
  • Open-source components with credited licenses
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)8 +1 (up) since last check19 +19 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)100
Citation Flow (Majestic)220
Referring domains (Majestic)180

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