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Threaded vs PixelColor

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Threaded compared with PixelColor
DetailThreaded logo ThreadedPixelColor logo PixelColor
What it doesTurn photos into stitchable cross stitch and needlepoint patterns Professional Color Picker for macOS
StageNot given Not given
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Based inUS Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree plan includes full editor, photo-to-pattern conversion, DMC and Anchor thread matching, and one saved design up to 100 x 100 stitches. Pro: $15/month billed monthly or $10/month billed yearly ($120/year). Not given
Key features
  • Photo-to-pattern conversion that creates gridded cross stitch charts
  • Color matching across 49 real thread libraries including DMC, Anchor, Madeira, and Cosmo
  • Exact stitch and skein counts for every color
  • Print-ready PDF charts with named-thread legend and symbol grids
  • Hand-editing tools including magic wand select, text, shapes, and fill
  • Supports both cross stitch and needlepoint on various fabric counts and canvas meshes
  • Works in web browser on Mac, Windows, Chromebook, and iPad with no installation
  • Skeins calculator and progress tracking in Pro plan
  • Eyedropper tool for picking colors from anywhere on screen
  • Support for multiple color modes including RGB, HSB, and HSL
  • Color library with save and organization functionality
  • Powerful search functionality to find colors by name or value
  • Menu bar quick access with one-click copy
  • Multiple export formats for color values
  • Global hotkey for instant color picking
  • Color history tracking and management
  • Customizable global hotkeys and color format preferences
  • Automatic dark mode adaptation
What makes it different
  • Color-matched to 49 real thread brands you can actually buy
  • Exact stitch counts prevent running out of thread mid-project
  • Print-ready PDF charts made for the armchair, not the screen
  • Secure local data storage with no privacy concerns
  • Real-time preview and precise color adjustment
  • All data stored securely on your device
  • Menu bar integration for instant access
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