Knit Visualizer vs PrintableGrid Knitting Graph Paper
Knit Visualizer: desktop knitting chart software with standard stitch symbols. PrintableGrid Knitting Graph Paper: printable knitting graph paper sized to your gauge.
| Knit Visualizer | PrintableGrid Knitting Graph Paper | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Tool | Tool |
| Category | Chart Makers for Knitting, Crochet & Cross Stitch | Chart Makers for Knitting, Crochet & Cross Stitch |
| Crafts | Knitting | Knitting, Crochet, Cross Stitch |
| Pricing | Paid | Free |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | — | — |
| Beginner friendly | For experienced makers | Yes |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS | Web |
| Formats | Image, PDF | PDF, PNG, SVG |
| Based in | — | — |
| Visit | Visit |
Knit Visualizer
Knit Visualizer from Knit Foundry is desktop software for drawing knitting charts. It includes a library of standard knitting symbols for lace, cables and colourwork, and helps designers turn charts into instructions they can publish.
It is a paid program aimed at people who write and sell their own knitting patterns.
- Lace, cable and colourwork charting
- Library of standard knitting symbols
- Written instructions from charts
- Windows and macOS
PrintableGrid Knitting Graph Paper
PrintableGrid generates knitting graph paper in the browser. Choose a yarn gauge preset (sport, DK, worsted, bulky) or set custom stitch and row sizes, so the cells match the proportions of your knitted stitches. You can number stitches and rows for flat or circular knitting, highlight every 5 or 10 stitches, and pick paper size and margins.
Grids download as PDF, PNG or SVG. The same site also makes cross-stitch and beading grids and general graph paper.
- Gauge presets or custom stitch and row size
- Stitch and row numbering for flat or circular knitting
- Highlight lines every 5, 10, 15 or 20 stitches
- A3, A4, Letter, A5 and Legal paper
- Export to PDF, PNG or SVG
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.