Pixel-Stitch vs WinStitch & MacStitch
Pixel-Stitch: convert images into cross-stitch patterns in the browser. WinStitch & MacStitch: cross-stitch design software for Windows and Mac.
| Pixel-Stitch | WinStitch & MacStitch | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Tool | Tool |
| Category | Photo to Pattern Converters | Chart Makers for Knitting, Crochet & Cross Stitch |
| Crafts | Cross Stitch | Cross Stitch |
| Pricing | Free | Paid |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | — | — |
| Beginner friendly | Yes | For experienced makers |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | Web | Windows, macOS |
| Formats | — | — |
| Based in | — | — |
| Visit | Visit |
Pixel-Stitch
Pixel-Stitch converts an image into a cross-stitch pattern online. You set the size and colour count, and it produces a chart you can print.
Like other free converters it works best with simple, high-contrast images.
- Image to cross-stitch chart
- Size and colour settings
- Printable output
WinStitch & MacStitch
Ursa Software makes WinStitch for Windows and MacStitch for macOS, two editions of the same cross-stitch design program. You can draw charts, import photos, choose thread brands and print patterns with symbol keys.
It is one of the few dedicated cross-stitch programs that runs natively on a Mac.
- Chart editor with backstitch and fractional stitches
- Photo import
- Thread brand palettes
- Pattern printing with keys
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.