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Scissor vs ImageToBeads

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Scissor compared with ImageToBeads
DetailScissor logo ScissorImageToBeads logo ImageToBeads
What it doesFree vector and pixel design editor that runs in your browser Free Perler bead pattern maker that converts photos into editable bead patterns
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Pricing modelFree Free
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Key features
  • Pen, curvature, pencil and shape tools with editable Bézier paths and live shapes
  • Type on a point, in an area and on a path with OpenType features and glyphs panel
  • Layers, groups, masks and clipping support
  • Fill with solid colours, gradients, meshes and patterns, and recolour artwork
  • Live non-destructive effects including shadows, glows, blur, distort, warp and 3D
  • Image trace to convert raster images into editable vector paths
  • Pixel layers for painting and raster work alongside vector art
  • Multiple grid types including orthogonal, isometric, hexagonal and perspective
  • Free Transform tool for scaling, rotating and distorting selections
  • Open SVG, PDF, EPS, .ai and PSD files; export to SVG, PDF, PNG, JPEG and WebP
  • 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
What makes it different
  • Runs entirely in browser with no install, account or upload required
  • All work stays on your device with complete privacy—no server uploads
  • Works offline and can be installed as a Progressive Web App
  • Available in 15 languages
  • Full-featured vector editor with Bézier paths, effects and image tracing
  • 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
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)13 −1 (down) since last check8 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)610
Citation Flow (Majestic)3222
Referring domains (Majestic)10118

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