Ribblr vs YarnSub
Ribblr: interactive knitting and crochet patterns with built-in counters. YarnSub: find a substitute yarn for any pattern.
| Ribblr | YarnSub | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Tool | Tool |
| Category | Craft Apps & Reference Tools | Craft Apps & Reference Tools |
| Crafts | Knitting, Crochet | Knitting, Crochet |
| Pricing | Freemium | Free |
| Free option | — | — |
| Free patterns | Some | — |
| Beginner friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Ships internationally | — | — |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Formats | — | — |
| Based in | — | — |
| Visit | Visit |
Ribblr
Ribblr is a pattern platform where knitting and crochet patterns are interactive: you can highlight your size, track rows and watch technique videos inside the pattern. It also has a marketplace and a community feed.
Patterns are bought individually, and some are free.
- Interactive patterns
- Row tracking and size highlighting
- Pattern marketplace and community
YarnSub
YarnSub helps you find a replacement when the yarn a pattern calls for is discontinued, too expensive or unavailable. You search for the original yarn and it suggests alternatives with a similar weight, fibre and texture.
It is free to use.
- Yarn substitution search
- Compares weight, fibre and texture
- Large yarn database
Based on public information. Check each site for current prices and terms.