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Stitchmate vs Instagram Grid Maker

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Stitchmate compared with Instagram Grid Maker
DetailStitchmate logo StitchmateInstagram Grid Maker logo Instagram Grid Maker
What it doesFree online cross stitch design tool — convert photos or design charts for cross stitch, needlepoint, diamond painting, crochet and fuse beads Free online tool to split images into Instagram grid tiles
StageStartup Not given
Founded2025 Not given
Based inAM US
Pricing modelFreemium Free
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. Not given
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
  • 3x1, 3x2, 3x3, 3x4, 3x5 and custom grid layouts
  • Grid and carousel modes for different Instagram post types
  • Numbered preview badges showing upload order
  • Exact grid and Safe 4:5 export styles
  • JPG, PNG, and WebP file format support
  • Download as ZIP or individual PNG files
  • Crop preview and adjustment controls
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
  • No sign-up required and no watermarks added
  • Browser-based processing keeps images private
  • Numbered tiles show the exact order to post on Instagram
  • Works with Canva exported designs
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)18 +1 (up) since last check11 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)36
Citation Flow (Majestic)2421
Referring domains (Majestic)1924

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