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Stitchmate vs FreeQR

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Stitchmate compared with FreeQR
DetailStitchmate logo StitchmateFreeQR logo FreeQR
What it doesFree online cross stitch design tool — convert photos or design charts for cross stitch, needlepoint, diamond painting, crochet and fuse beads Free QR code generator with unlimited static codes and one dynamic QR code free forever
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inAM AU
Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree: Create and edit patterns, PNG exports. Unlock packs: $7.99 for 1 pattern, $12 for 5 patterns, $20 for 10 patterns (never expire). Personal Pass: $14.99 for 30 days, $59 for 1 year, $99 lifetime. Plus Pass: $24.99 for 30 days, $99 for 1 year, $149 lifetime. Free: unlimited static QR codes and one dynamic QR code free forever. Starter A$4.99/month (10 dynamic QR codes). Pro A$12.99/month (100 dynamic QR codes). Business A$29.99/month (500 dynamic QR codes). Agency A$79.99/month (2,000 dynamic QR codes). Annual billing available with discounts. Lifetime
Key features
  • Convert photos to cross stitch patterns with real-time preview
  • FLOW Score to measure pattern stitchability
  • Support for 60+ embroidery floss brands including DMC, Anchor, Cosmo and Madeira
  • Text tool with 48 stitch-friendly fonts
  • One-click confetti cleanup to reduce scattered single stitches
  • Printable PDF export with symbols, thread legend and stitch counts
  • Full, half, quarter and backstitch support with French knots and beads
  • Multi-layer non-destructive editing with unlimited undo/redo
  • Progress tracker to mark stitches as you work
  • Desktop app for Mac and Windows with offline support
  • Unlimited static QR codes with no signup
  • First dynamic QR code free forever with no expiry
  • Editable destination after printing
  • Scan analytics tracking
  • PNG and SVG export formats
  • Customizable colors, styles and logo embedding
  • Construction Site Sign-In
  • Visitor Sign-In
  • Equipment Passports
  • Clients & CRM
What makes it different
  • 79% fewer confetti stitches than competing converters at default settings
  • Runs in browser on any device with no download required
  • One-time payments with no auto-renewing subscriptions
  • Made by one independent developer, not a company
  • Fair pricing adjusted by country using purchasing power parity
  • First dynamic QR code free forever with no credit card or expiry required
  • Change QR destination anytime after printing without reprinting
  • Scalable SVG export for professional printing and packaging
  • Multiple business solutions on one account with one login
  • Built in Australia for Australian businesses
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)18 +1 (up) since last check1 −1 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)32
Citation Flow (Majestic)2419
Referring domains (Majestic)194

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