Two gauges, two jobs.
Stitch gauge sets widths and circumferences. Row gauge sets depths, lengths, and shaping-row spacing. Stitchwise reconciles them separately instead of averaging them.
Stitchwise
Available on the App StoreKnit to your gauge, not the pattern's.
Stitch gauge controls width, so it decides cast-on and stitch counts. Row gauge controls length and shaping, so it decides depths, lengths, and how far apart shaping rows land.
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Matching stitch gauge is only half the garment.
When your row gauge is denser or looser than the pattern, following the pattern row counts changes the finished lengths even though the stitch count is right. The usual fallback is arithmetic on paper, or discovering the mismatch after blocking.
Stitchwise reconciles the two gauges separately, then rounds the results to counts you can actually work: whole numbers, even numbers, or stitch and row repeat multiples.
Compare both gauges and see the counts you need.
Choose the project.
Pick a project type and construction: round or faceted crowns for headwear, and circular yoke, set-in sleeve, or drop-shoulder for tops.
Compare both gauges.
Enter the pattern gauge and the gauge from your own blocked swatch. Stitchwise compares stitch gauge and row gauge separately.
Add the finished measurements.
Enter the dimensions you want in centimeters or inches. Stitchwise returns the stitch and row counts that produce them at your gauge.
Round to usable counts.
Round each result to the next whole number, an even number, or a pattern-repeat multiple, then compare it against the original count.
How the reconciliation works.
Knitting and crochet.
The same reconciliation works for knit and crochet gauge. Project types cover headwear, tops, bottoms, footwear, blankets, bags, and custom projects.
On-device calculations.
The arithmetic runs on your iPhone or iPad without a network connection. The same inputs produce the same counts.
Availability
Stitchwise is free to use. Pro is an optional one-time unlock, not a subscription.
- Available on the App Store for iPhone and iPad
- Free: headwear projects, up to three saved
- Stitchwise Pro: $3.99 one-time launch offer; $7.99 one-time afterwards
- Offline and private
- No subscription
Stitchwise questions.
What does Stitchwise calculate?
Stitchwise compares the pattern gauge with your blocked-swatch gauge on both axes. Stitch gauge produces the stitch counts for widths and circumferences; row gauge produces the row counts for depths, lengths, and shaping-row spacing.
Why does row gauge matter as much as stitch gauge?
Stitch gauge controls width, so it decides cast-on and stitch counts. Row gauge controls length, so following the original row counts can change yoke depth, body and sleeve length, and shaping-row spacing even when the stitch count is correct.
Does Stitchwise work for crochet as well as knitting?
Yes. The same reconciliation applies to crochet stitch and row gauge. Project types cover headwear, tops, skirts, pants, shorts, leggings, socks, blankets, shawls, bags, and custom projects.
What does Free include, and what does Pro unlock?
| Feature | Free | Pro | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gauge calculations | Included | Included | Stitch and row gauge are reconciled separately in both tiers. |
| Project types | Headwear only | All project types | Pro adds tops, bottoms, footwear, and other projects. |
| Saved projects | Up to 3 projects | Unlimited | The Free limit counts every saved project. |
| Share results | Included | Included | A share carries only the numbers on screen. |
| Project attachments | Not included | Included | Attachments keep photos and reference files with a project. |
Can Stitchwise round results to my pattern repeat?
Yes. A calculated count is not always a usable count, so Stitchwise can round each result to the next whole number, an even number, or a stitch and row repeat multiple that fits the pattern structure.
Does Stitchwise work offline and keep my data private?
Yes. Projects and gauge values stay on your device. Stitchwise requires no account and contains no ads or third-party tracking. Internet is needed only to purchase Pro. A share carries only the numbers you send.
Is Stitchwise affiliated with a pattern platform or designer?
No. Stitchwise is not affiliated with Ravelry, Knit Companion, or any pattern designer. It applies conventional gauge arithmetic to the measurements and gauge values you enter; it does not provide or reproduce pattern instructions.
Do the results replace a swatch?
No. Gauge calculations are estimates based on the measurements you enter. Knit or crochet a full-size swatch, then wash and block it the way you will treat the finished project. Your finished fabric is the final word.