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ImageToBeads vs Pixco

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ImageToBeads compared with Pixco
DetailImageToBeads logo ImageToBeadsPixco logo Pixco
What it doesFree Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns Framer components, templates and resources
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Components range from free to pay-what-you-want. All Access subscription: $149 (discounted from $323).
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
  • Light and dark theme toggle
  • Remembers visitor theme preference
  • Code override for components
  • Customizable icon colors
  • Adjustable icon size
  • System theme detection
  • Multiple instance support
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
  • No setup required - works immediately when dropped into a Framer project
  • Variant naming convention covers components that color styles cannot reach
  • Works with Framer's built-in light and dark color styles
  • Free and pay-what-you-want pricing
  • Persists user preference across sessions
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)8 +1 (up) since last check34 −1 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)103
Citation Flow (Majestic)2229
Referring domains (Majestic)1869

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