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PixelBeads vs Mermaid Viewer

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PixelBeads compared with Mermaid Viewer
DetailPixelBeads logo PixelBeadsMermaid Viewer logo Mermaid Viewer
What it doesConvert photos into printable bead patterns, pixel art grids, and Minecraft block plans Free online Mermaid diagram viewer and editor with live preview, AI generation, and exports
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: unlimited editor and preview, 3 saved diagrams, 5 AI uses total, PNG export 1× with watermark. Starter: $6.99/month or $69.90/year; 30 saved diagrams, 500 AI conversations per month, PNG export up to 4× without watermark. Pro: $11.99/month or $119.90/year; unlimited diagrams, unlimited AI, PNG
Key features
  • Photo to bead pattern conversion with color optimization
  • Customizable grid sizes from 20×20 to 128×128
  • Multiple bead palettes: MARD and COCO
  • Pattern Editor for replacing colors and painting cells
  • Exact bead counts in downloadable patterns
  • Cloud save with optional Google or email sign-in
  • Pixel art grid converter and editor
  • Minecraft block plan converter
  • Community pattern gallery with moderation
  • Printable PNG and PDF exports
  • Live preview of Mermaid code as you type
  • AI diagram generator, editor and syntax fixer
  • PNG export on every plan; JPG, SVG and PDF on Pro
  • All 22+ Mermaid diagram types supported
  • Share diagrams via public links and embeds
  • Save diagrams to cloud with folders and version history
  • Keyboard shortcuts and autocomplete
  • Mobile-responsive editor with pan and pinch-zoom
What makes it different
  • No sign-up required to start converting patterns instantly
  • Beginner-friendly with easy mode and extensive guides
  • Images processed only for conversion and not permanently stored
  • Support for multiple bead brands and palettes
  • Comprehensive tutorials and ironing guides for crafters
  • No account or sign-up required to start editing diagrams
  • Affordable pricing: Starter at $6.99/month, Pro at $11.99/month
  • Diagrams render in your browser; nothing stored unless you choose to save
  • Fast editor with instant rendering and clear error messages
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)39 −1 (down) since last check6 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)53
Citation Flow (Majestic)2823
Referring domains (Majestic)13012

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